Fishing near Ventura, CA
Nearest public waters
Straight-line distance from Ventura. Tap a water for its spot profile.
| Water | State | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crowley Lake Eastern Sierra trout. | CA | 230 mi | lake |
| Colorado River (Yuma) | AZ | 266 mi | river |
| Lake Havasu Striped bass and largemouth. | AZ | 280 mi | reservoir |
| Lake Mead Striped bass and largemouth. | NV | 285 mi | reservoir |
| San Francisco Bay Striped bass, sturgeon, salmon. | CA | 296 mi | bay |
| Sacramento River Salmon and stripers. | CA | 321 mi | river |
| Lake Tahoe (NV) Mackinaw trout. | NV | 332 mi | lake |
| Lake Tahoe Mackinaw (lake) trout and kokanee. | CA | 336 mi | lake |
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
Local data & agency contact
FishFig doesn’t yet have a curated local fishing report for Ventura. 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.