Best fishing near South Yuba City
14 fishing spots · 14 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near South Yuba City, 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 14 of 14 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Natoma Lake
Good
39.4 mi away
· Water 60°F · a bit cool· Clear · 58°F · 5 mph wind
The Natoma Lake fishing area in California offers a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. Visitors can also enjoy activities…
Why 66: live conditions (good)
66Top-rated
L⛰
#2
Lake of the Pines
Good
31.4 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 60°F
Lake of the Pines is a recreational lake in California, USA, popular for fishing. The lake is home to various fish species, including rainbow trout, large and smallmouth bass…
Why 56: live conditions (good)
56Solid
M⛰
#3
Merle Collins Reservoir
Good
23.4 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Clear · 63°F
The Merle Collins Reservoir is a great spot for fishing enthusiasts in California, USA. The reservoir is known for its wide variety of fish species including largemouth bass…
Why 52: live conditions (good)
52Solid
L⛰
#4
Lake Clementine
Good
35.3 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 60°F
Lake Clementine is a popular fishing spot located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California. It is known for its abundance of rainbow trout, kokanee salmon…
Why 53: live conditions (good)
53Solid
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#5
Camp Far West Reservoir
Good
19.0 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 59°F · 7 mph wind
Camp Far West Reservoir is a popular fishing spot located in California, USA. The reservoir is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, crappie, and bluegill…
Why 49: live conditions (good)
49Rated
T⛰
#6
Thermalito Afterbay
25.2 mi away
Thermalito Afterbay is a popular fishing area in California, known for its excellent bass fishing. Other species include catfish, crappie, and bluegill. Nearby activities include…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
P⛰
#7
PG&E Rock Creek Lake Fishing Access
Good
31.7 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 60°F
PG&E Rock Creek Lake in Plumas County, California, offers excellent shore fishing access, especially near the dam, inlet stream, and along the north shoreline. No boat ramp is…
Why 49: live conditions (good)
49Rated
L⛰
#8
Lake Rollins
37.5 mi away
Lake Rollins is a popular fishing destination located in California, USA. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, large-mouth bass, and bluegill, making it a great spot for…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
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#9
Folsom Lake
Good
37.8 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 60°F
Folsom Lake is a popular fishing destination in California, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, trout, and salmon. Nearby activities…
Why 49: live conditions (good)
49Rated
B⛰
#10
Bullards Bar Reservoir
Good
35.0 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Clear · 54°F
Bullards Bar Reservoir is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California and is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. Anglers can catch a variety of fish species…
Why 47: live conditions (good)
47Rated
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#11
Oroville Lake
Good
36.1 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Clear · 54°F
Oroville Lake is a popular fishing destination in California, USA. Anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish including bass, catfish, trout, and salmon. Nearby activities…
Why 47: live conditions (good)
47Rated
L⛰
#12
Lake Combie
Good
32.7 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 60°F
Lake Combie is a popular fishing destination in California, known for its abundance of catfish, bass, and trout. Nearby activities include camping, hiking, and water sports such…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
B⛰
#13
Butte Creek
Good
16.8 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Clear · 60°F · 6 mph wind
Butte Creek is a popular fishing destination in Northern California known for its trout fishing. Anglers can expect to catch rainbow, brown and brook trout. The area is also…
Why 42: live conditions (good)
42Rated
Fishing near South Yuba City
The South Yuba City area has 14 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 South Yuba City
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
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