Pit River South Fork fishing

Common questions

What fish are at Pit River South Fork?

Fishing Pit River South Fork is most likely to be for Mixed Trout. The one plant on record is Mixed Trout. Mixed Trout was last stocked May 17, 2026. Rainbow Trout (Per CDFW's 2026 Provisional Stocking Plan for this water (a planning document, not a confirmed release)) is recorded here outside the stocking reports.

When is Pit River South Fork stocked?

Last stocked May 17, 2026. It is stocked once in 2026, most often in May.

How do you get on Pit River South Fork?

Shore fishing is available and there is no boat ramp. The nearest town is Likely. The clear, fishable stretch of the South Fork Pit River runs about 4 to 5 miles immediately alongside Jess Valley Road east of Likely, with numerous roadside pull-offs. The current is narrow and swift and wading is dangerous, so it is better to fish from shore.

Which lakes near Pit River South Fork were stocked more recently?

Blue Lake (9.1 mi) and Bayley Reservoir (11.6 mi) were stocked more recently. Blue Lake is also stocked with Mixed Trout and Bayley Reservoir is also stocked with Mixed Trout.

How Pit River South Fork is stocked

Blue Lake (9.1 mi) and Bayley Reservoir (11.6 mi) were stocked more recently. Blue Lake is also stocked with Mixed Trout and Bayley Reservoir is also stocked with Mixed Trout.