HAT CREEK

Fishing Weather Hydrology
November 2, 2024

The Hat Creek fishing area in California is a popular destination for anglers. The creek is home to rainbow, brown, and brook trout, as well as some smallmouth bass. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and birdwatching. Fishing tips include using small flies and light tackle, and being mindful of the catch and release regulations. The best time of year to visit is from April to October, with temperatures ranging from 50°F to 85°F. Overall, the Hat Creek fishing area offers a beautiful and serene location for fishing and outdoor activities.

Featured Fish - Apache Trout

iving in lakes and streams, this fish will eat insects, invertebrates and small minnows. They are typically targeted using very light spinning or fly tackle using nymphs, wet or dry flies, worms or salmon eggs. These fish may also strike small spinner baits or spoons but some areas where these fish can be found have enacted policies where anglers may only use artificial lures so check all regulations before targeting these fish. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: The body coloration is golden-yellow or olive yellow, with a golden belly, and Parr marks (vertical bars) can be seen on juveniles, but these marks typically disappear in larger individuals. Spots can be seen in an even distribution of pronounced, moderate-sized, rounded or oval black spots on the sides of the body and on top of the head. These spots may sometimes extend below the lateral line and onto the dorsal and caudal fins. The top of the Apache trout’s head and back is typically dark olive to brown and a black stripe appears to go through each eye because of the presence of two small black dots on either side of the pupil. Below the lower jaw, there is a dash of color that will range from yellow to darker gold. The dorsal, pelvic, and anal fins are tipped with a white to orange color and the adipose fin is usually bordered with a black margin.

INTERACTIVE MAP

Fish Species
  • Image Alt Largemouth Bass


  • Image Alt Smallmouth Bass


  • Image Alt Striped Bass


  • Image Alt Bluegill


  • Image Alt Black Bullhead


  • Image Alt Brown Bullhead


  • Image Alt Channel Catfish


  • Image Alt Black Crappie


  • Image Alt American Shad


  • Image Alt Sturgeon


WEATHER TODAY

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Windspeed

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Humidity

Hourly Forecast
Next 5 Days

Long Term Forecast
Next 16 Days

Streamflow Levels

7810

Cubic Feet Per Second

100

Cubic Feet Per Second

168

Cubic Feet Per Second

251

Cubic Feet Per Second

1410

Cubic Feet Per Second

138

Cubic Feet Per Second

71

Cubic Feet Per Second

Point of Interest

Castle Crags State Park

Castle Crags State Park

Castle Crags State Park is a beautiful park located in the state of California, and is a popular tourist destination. The park offers a variety of activities, including hiking, camping, and rock climbing. One of the main reasons to visit Castle Crags State Park is to take in the stunning views of the granite peaks and surrounding forests. Visitors can hike on one of the many trails that lead through the park, such as the Castle Dome Trail, Root Creek Trail, and the Pacific Crest Trail. One of the main points of interest within the park is the granite formations ...