California is home countless places to go fishing. Whether you live in one of the major metro areas or in a rural area or are planning to visit California, the places to go fishing in California are as varied as the landscape of the state. From high mountain streams to coastal rivers to lakes and float-fishing rivers, California is blessed with many places to fish near you. But, how do you find them?

We found this great podcast from Reel Talk to help you discover places to fish in California. By using onWater Fish you can choose your species, your waters, and then head off with the confidence to fish all that California has to offer--whether close to home or on an extended trip.

Listen to the podcast here.

From the podcast introduction: 

Join us for a fishy episode of the Fish Water People podcast as we explore the diverse angling opportunities across California! We chat with Kesley Gallagher, CalTrout board member and life-long angler, John Fochetti, fishing guide in Northern California, and Michael Wier, CalTrout videographer, field reporter, and big fish aficionado.

Our guests take us on a journey through California's remarkable fisheries, starting with the challenging corbina hunts on SoCal beaches. From these adventures, we venture to the majestic waters of the North Coast, uncovering world-class trout fishing hotspots around Redding. We also explore the exhilarating experience of CalTrout’s Five Rivers Challenge, where anglers fish five rivers in just three days. Throughout the episode, our guests share their unique experiences, valuable insights, and deep love for California's waters. Whether you're an avid angler or simply appreciate the Golden State's aquatic wonders, this episode is sure to reel you in!

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