Recommended Bait
Some of the best bait for Rainbow Trout is a small spinner or spoon, especially in silver or gold colors, or live bait like worms.
Some of the best bait for Brown Trout is live minnows or small spoons, especially in natural colors like silver and brown.
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Popular Fish in Santa Ana River
Santa Ana River fishing offers a thrilling experience with a variety of popular fish species. Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout, and Golden Trout are all abundant in the area. Anglers can enjoy the challenge of catching these beautiful fish in the pristine waters of Santa Ana River. The diverse trout populations provide excitement and opportunities for all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, fishing in Santa Ana River is sure to provide unforgettable moments and a deep appreciation for the natural beauty of California. Enjoy the unique fishing experience and create lasting memories with each catch.
Golden Trout
Native to California's Sierra Nevada, Golden Trout are celebrated for their vibrant golden hue and red lateral stripes, inhabiting high-altitude, pristine waters.
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.
Brook Trout
The state fish of many eastern states, Brook Trout are known for their vibrant colors – a marbled olive body with a blue splash behind the gills and red spots with blue halos. They thrive in cool, mountain streams.
Brown Trout
Brown Trout have a brown and yellow mottled body. They are known for their intelligence and can be quite tricky to catch. They prefer streams with fast-moving currents.
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
