Fishing near San Jose, CA
Nearest public waters
Straight-line distance from San Jose. Tap a water for its spot profile.
| Water | State | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Bay Striped bass, sturgeon, salmon. | CA | 39 mi | bay |
| Sacramento River Salmon and stripers. | CA | 88 mi | river |
| Clear Lake Largest natural lake in CA; big bass. | CA | 120 mi | lake |
| Lake Tahoe Mackinaw (lake) trout and kokanee. | CA | 158 mi | lake |
| Lake Tahoe (NV) Mackinaw trout. | NV | 158 mi | lake |
| Crowley Lake Eastern Sierra trout. | CA | 176 mi | lake |
| Truckee River Lahontan cutthroat trout. | NV | 187 mi | river |
| Lake Mead Striped bass and largemouth. | NV | 409 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
Striped BassSturgeonSalmonLargemouth BassCrappieCatfishLake TroutKokanee SalmonRainbow TroutLahontan Cutthroat Trout
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.