Ruth Reservoir fishing

Common questions

What fish are at Ruth Reservoir?

Fishing Ruth Reservoir is most likely to be for Mixed Trout. All 3 plants on record are Mixed Trout. Mixed Trout was last stocked August 2, 2026. Bass (Six Rivers National Forest's own page names Ruth Lake for its rainbow trout and bass fishing without specifying largemouth or smallmouth) and Rainbow Trout (Per CDFW's 2026 Provisional Stocking Plan for this water (a planning document, not a confirmed release)) are recorded here outside the stocking reports.

When is Ruth Reservoir stocked?

Last stocked August 2, 2026. It is stocked about 1.5 times a year since 2025, most often in May and August.

How do you get on Ruth Reservoir?

Shore fishing is available and there is a boat ramp. The nearest town is Ruth. Facilities include restrooms, camping, and dock. Seven-mile-long Trinity County reservoir formed by damming the Mad River in 1962, nine miles from the town of Ruth. Ruth Lake Marina has a two-lane paved ramp, courtesy dock, rentals, and restrooms open April through October; Ruth Rec Campground and Old Ruth day-use area add two more launch points.

Which lakes near Ruth Reservoir were stocked more recently?

Trinity River Stuart Fork (44.9 mi) was stocked more recently. Trinity River Stuart Fork is also stocked with Mixed Trout.

How Ruth Reservoir is stocked

Trinity River Stuart Fork (44.9 mi) was stocked more recently. Trinity River Stuart Fork is also stocked with Mixed Trout.