Stuart Fork
Stuart Fork
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- Access Points
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- Species
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Stuart Fork is a stream tributary of the Trinity River system located on the west side of Trinity Lake in Trinity County, California. Known for its scenic beauty and productive fishing, this pristine mountain stream offers anglers opportunities to target several trout species in a relatively undisturbed setting. Stuart Fork flows through Trinity Alps wilderness areas before entering Trinity Lake, creating diverse fishing environments from fast-moving mountain sections to more gentle flows near the lake. This waterway is stocked along Trinity Alps Road by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, making it particularly attractive to anglers looking for consistent action throughout the fishing season.
Species & education
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Largemouth Bass
Micropterus salmoides
Smallmouth Bass
Micropterus dolomieu
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
Brown Trout
Salmo trutta
Brook Trout
Salvelinus fontinalis
Brown Bullhead
Ameiurus nebulosus
Chinook Salmon
Oncorhynchus tshawytscha
Coho Salmon
Oncorhynchus kisutch
Green Sunfish
Lepomis cyanellus
Sockeye Salmon
Oncorhynchus nerka
Steelhead
Fish stocking schedule
Latest 5 stockings
- TroutWeek of Oct 18, 2026
- TroutWeek of Sep 27, 2026
- TroutWeek of Sep 20, 2026
- TroutWeek of Sep 13, 2026
- TroutWeek of Sep 6, 2026
Source
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
Updated Nov 13, 2026. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.
Open stocking page, opens in new tabFishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Stuart Fork. 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.
Know where you can legally fish on Stuart Fork
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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