Best fishing near Fairfield
15 fishing spots · 15 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Fairfield, 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 15 of 15 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
9⛰
#1
9th Street Boat Ramp
Good
17.9 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
C⛰
#2
Cliff House Fishing Access Area
Fair
19.7 mi away
· Water -3239907°F · cold· Stained · 67 FNU· · 55°F
Cliff House Fishing Access Area, located along the Sacramento River near Red Bluff, CA, is known for excellent shore and boat fishing. Prime spots include river bends, deep holes…
Why 62: live conditions (fair)
62Solid
B⛰
#3
Berkeley Yacht Harbor
Good
33.2 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
A⛰
#4
Almond Reservoir
Good
39.4 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
S⛰
#5
San Pablo Reservoir
Good
27.6 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
L⛰
#6
Lake Lagunitas
Good
39.4 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Mostly Clear · 54°F
Lake Lagunitas is a popular fishing area in California, USA, known for its large population of rainbow trout. Other fish species found in the lake include bluegill, largemouth…
Why 55: live conditions (good)
55Solid
L⛰
#7
Lake Berryessa
Good
24.5 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 56°F · 6 mph wind
Lake Berryessa is a well-known fishing destination located in Napa County, California, USA. The lake is known for its abundant bass fish population, including largemouth…
Why 52: live conditions (good)
52Solid
L⛰
#8
Lafayette Reservoir
Good
28.6 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
L⛰
#9
Lake Temescal
Good
32.4 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
C⛰
#10
City of Benicia Fishing Pier
Good
18.5 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
B⛰
#11
Berryessa Lake
Good
23.7 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 56°F · 6 mph wind
Berryessa Lake is located in the northern part of California and is a popular fishing spot for anglers. The lake is known for its excellent bass fishing, as well as catfish…
Why 49: live conditions (good)
49Rated
L⛰
#12
Lake Chabot
Good
38.9 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
C⛰
#13
Chabot Lake
Good
38.5 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 Fairfield
The Fairfield area has 15 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 Fairfield
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