Los Banos Reservoir Fishing near Los Banos, California

Los Banos Reservoir is a reservoir located just 6.5 miles from Los Banos, in Merced County, in the state of California, United States. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including brown trout and rainbow trout here. Whether you’re baitcasting, spinning or fly fishing your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Los Banos Reservoir. Alternate names for this reservoir include Los Banos Creek Reservoir.

Join us as we discuss the California Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Now get out there and fish! Check out our Fishing Times chart to determine when the fish will be most active.

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