Stanislaus River
Stanislaus River
- Boat Ramps
- 15
- Access Points
- 32
- Species
- 19
The Stanislaus River is a diverse and beautiful waterway in California, offering anglers a variety of fishing experiences throughout its 96-mile length. From its headwaters in the Sierra Nevada mountains to its confluence with the San Joaquin River south of Manteca, the river features multiple forks (North, Middle, and South) and sections, each with unique characteristics and fish populations. The river transitions from mountain streams in the upper reaches to valley waters downstream, creating diverse habitats for several fish species. Whether you're an experienced fly angler looking for wild trout in tailwaters or a family seeking an accessible fishing spot, the Stanislaus offers something for everyone.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Stanislaus River and what's needed to catch them.
Find which waters have the species you want to catch
Largemouth Bass
Micropterus salmoides
Smallmouth Bass
Micropterus dolomieu
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
Brown Trout
Salmo trutta
Black Crappie
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Bluegill Sunfish
Lepomis macrochirus
Brown Bullhead
Ameiurus nebulosus
Channel Catfish
Ictalurus punctatus
Chinook Salmon
Oncorhynchus tshawytscha
Common Carp
Cyprinus carpio
Green Sunfish
Lepomis cyanellus
Redear Sunfish
Lepomis microlophus
Redeye Bass
Micropterus coosae
Sacramento Pikeminnow
Ptychocheilus grandis
Spotted Bass
Micropterus punctulatus
Steelhead
Striped Bass
Morone saxatilis
Warmouth Sunfish
Lepomis gulosus
White Catfish
Ameiurus catus
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Stanislaus River. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Tulloch Lake Access
Stanislaus River (Stanislaus County) Access
Horseshoe Rd Campground Access
Orange Blossom Recreation Area Access
Orange Blosson Rd Access
Oakdale Recreation Area West Access
San Joaquin River Wildlife Refuge Access
McHenry Ave Recreation Area Access
Jacob Meyers Park West Access
Jacob Myers Park Access
Know where you can legally fish on Stanislaus River
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
California licenses and regulations
California Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
California Fishing License Online
In California, anyone under the age of 16 or above is required to get a sport fishing license to take any fish; shell fish, reptile or amphibian in the state.
California Freshwater Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
California Stream Access Laws
The courts have described the reach of the California public right of navigation as “the right to navigate and to exercise the incidents of navigation in a lawful manner at any point below high water mark” on waters that satisfy California’s small craft test. Thus, property owners cannot interfere with the public’s right to navigate or use shoreline areas below the ordinary high water mark for incidents of navigation. In fact, unauthorized obstruction of the public’s right to access and use a navigable waterway constitutes a public nuisance.
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- Caswell SP Stanislaus River Access Boat Ramp
- McHenry Ave Recreation Area Boat Launch
- Goodwin Dam Recreation Area Boat Launch
- Stanislaus Goodwin Canyon Put-in
- Stanislaus Goodwin Canyon Take-out
- East River Rd. Boat Launch
- Two mile bar alternate put-in
- Knights Ferry Recreation Area Boat Launch
- Horseshoe Rd Boat Ramp
- Orange Blossom Boat Launch
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- Jacob Myers Park Boat Launch
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