Fishing near Modesto, CA
Nearest public waters
Straight-line distance from Modesto. Tap a water for its spot profile.
| Water | State | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento River Salmon and stripers. | CA | 71 mi | river |
| San Francisco Bay Striped bass, sturgeon, salmon. | CA | 72 mi | bay |
| Lake Tahoe (NV) Mackinaw trout. | NV | 113 mi | lake |
| Lake Tahoe Mackinaw (lake) trout and kokanee. | CA | 113 mi | lake |
| Crowley Lake Eastern Sierra trout. | CA | 125 mi | lake |
| Clear Lake Largest natural lake in CA; big bass. | CA | 128 mi | lake |
| Truckee River Lahontan cutthroat trout. | NV | 144 mi | river |
| Lake Mead Striped bass and largemouth. | NV | 366 mi | reservoir |
CA license & regulations
California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)
- Resident annual: $64.54
- Non-resident annual: $174.14
- Source: California Department of Fish and Wildlife — 2026 Sport Fishing License Fee Schedule (Title 14, Cal. Code Regs.). (2026)
Species nearby
SalmonStriped BassSturgeonLake TroutKokanee SalmonRainbow TroutLargemouth BassCrappieCatfishLahontan Cutthroat Trout
Local data & agency contact
FishFig doesn’t yet have a curated local fishing report for Modesto. For the most current public waters, stocking schedules, and fishing reports, contact the state agency below.
California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) · 916-928-2537 · https://wildlife.ca.gov
Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.