About Mokelumne River - Middle Fork to Pardee Reservoir Fishing
Recommended Bait
Some of the best bait for Chinook Salmon is herring or anchovies, especially when trolled with a flasher.
Some of the best bait for Steelhead Trout is a cured salmon egg cluster or a brightly colored artificial egg.
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Popular Fish in Mokelumne River - Middle Fork to Pardee Reservoir
Fishing in Mokelumne River - Middle Fork to Pardee Reservoir offers a variety of popular fish species to reel in. Chinook Salmon are known for their impressive size and fight, providing an exciting challenge for anglers. Steelhead Trout are prized for their acrobatic jumps and strong runs. Rainbow Trout offer a colorful catch, while Brown Trout are sought after for their delicious fillets. The diverse fish in Mokelumne River - Middle Fork to Pardee Reservoir provide an enjoyable fishing experience with beautiful California scenery to enjoy. Cast your line and make lasting memories on the water.
Smallmouth Bass
Known for their bronze and green camouflage, these freshwater fighters put up a thrilling battle with their powerful bursts and jumps. They prefer rocky areas with clear water.
Rainbow Trout
A beautiful fish with an iridescent band of colors along its side, Rainbow Trout are prized for their delicate flavor. They prefer cold, clear streams and rivers.
Steelhead Trout
Steelhead Trout, a sea-run rainbow trout, are prized for their powerful fights and long migrations, making them a challenging and rewarding catch for anglers.
Chinook Salmon
The largest Pacific salmon species, Chinook Salmon are prized for their rich, fatty flesh. They spend most of their lives in the ocean before returning to freshwater streams to spawn.
Regulations
California Stream Access Laws
The Courts have described the reach of the California public right of navigation as”teh right to navigate and to excersize the... See More
California Freshwater Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions... See More
California Fishing License Online
In California, anyone under the age of 16 or above is required to get a sport fishing license to take any fish: shell fish: repltile o... See More
California Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local, rules and regulation... See More
