Best fishing near Berkeley

9 fishing spots · 9 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Berkeley, California — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 9 of 9 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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9th Street Boat Ramp
#1 9th Street Boat Ramp Good
14.0 mi away
· Water 70°F· Low water · fish concentrated· Patchy Fog · 51°F
The 9th Street Boat Ramp in Modesto, CA, provides access to the Tuolumne River, a popular fishing spot for rainbow trout, largemouth bass, catfish, and striped bass. Best fishing…
Why 65: live conditions (good)
65Top-rated
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Berkeley Yacht Harbor
#2 Berkeley Yacht Harbor Good
2.7 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Cloudy · 55°F · 6 mph wind
The Berkeley Yacht Harbor fishing area is located in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. The fishing area is home to various fish species, including halibut, striped bass…
Why 58: live conditions (good) · 3.0★ from 1 review
58Solid
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Almond Reservoir
#3 Almond Reservoir Good
14.7 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Cloudy · 54°F · 6 mph wind
Almond Reservoir is a popular fishing spot located in Los Angeles County, California, USA. The reservoir is stocked with rainbow trout, largemouth bass, bluegill, and channel…
Why 58: live conditions (good)
58Solid
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San Pablo Reservoir
#4 San Pablo Reservoir Good
4.2 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Cloudy · 55°F · 6 mph wind
The San Pablo Reservoir is located in California, USA and is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts. The reservoir is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout…
Why 55: live conditions (good)
55Solid
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Lafayette Reservoir
#5 Lafayette Reservoir Good
6.8 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Mostly Cloudy · 52°F · 9 mph wind
The Lafayette Reservoir in California is a popular fishing spot for anglers. It is stocked with trout from late fall to early spring and also has bass, catfish, and bluegill…
Why 52: live conditions (good)
52Solid
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Lake Temescal
#6 Lake Temescal Good
2.4 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Cloudy · 55°F · 6 mph wind
Lake Temescal is located in Oakland, California and is known for its clear waters and abundance of fish. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, largemouth bass, and bluegill…
Why 51: live conditions (good)
51Solid
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Lake Chabot
#7 Lake Chabot Good
13.1 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Cloudy · 55°F · 6 mph wind
Lake Chabot is a popular fishing spot in Castro Valley, California, known for its large fish species like rainbow trout, catfish, and bass. The area also offers hiking trails…
Why 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
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City of Benicia Fishing Pier
#8 City of Benicia Fishing Pier Good
13.3 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Mostly Cloudy · 52°F · 9 mph wind
The City of Benicia Fishing Pier, located on the Carquinez Strait near the Benicia Marina, offers excellent shore access—no boat needed. Anglers favor the pier and nearby…
Why 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
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Chabot Lake
#9 Chabot Lake Good
12.9 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Cloudy · 54°F · 6 mph wind
Chabot Lake Fishing Area is located in Castro Valley, California, and is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts. The lake is stocked with trout, catfish, and bass, making it an…
Why 45: live conditions (good)
45Rated

Fishing near Berkeley

The Berkeley area has 9 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best fishing near Berkeley

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