

The Lower Yuba River fishes well throughout the year, with spring and fall being the best. The Lower Yuba has been known for some of the best winter dry fly fishing in the state of California. Starting in January, the Lower Yuba River can offer some incredible fly fishing. Best Winter Dry Fly Fishing In California Photo appears courtesy: Tom Page

Anglers often enjoy the challenge of fly fishing for bass during winter months even though the trout fishing can be productive as well. Bullard’s Bar, Englebright Lake, Scotts Flat Lake, Lower Scotts Flat Lake, Rollins Lake, and Collins Lake fish very well during the winter months. Local lakes in Grass Valley and Nevada City provide year-round fishing. Fish species such as the Rainbow trout, Steelhead, American Shad, Brooke trout, German browns, to the small mouth bass, largemouth bass, spotted bass, and striped bass can be found in our local rivers, lakes, and streams. Nevada County provides many fly fishing opportunities for the adventurous angler, from novice to advanced. In the 2019 issue of Adventure Nevada County magazine, Tom Page, owner of Reel Anglers Fly Shop in Grass Valley, gives a great rundown on where to fish in Nevada County year-round in an article titled On the Fly: Nevada County is a Fisherman’s Paradise. Here is what he has to say: The Scoop From A Local North Yuba Fishing Hole – Photo appears courtesy: Tom Page Mountain Hardware in Truckee offers current conditions, tips, maps, and gear. Fly-fishing is popular and ice fishing is available. Favorite foothill locales include the Yuba River, Scotts Flat, Bowman Lake, and the Grouse Lakes Area. Popular spots in the higher elevation include Boca and Stampede Reservoirs and the Truckee River. Depending on when and where you go, species range from rainbow or German trout (with some steelhead, brook and mackinaw), to bass, Kokanee salmon, and pan fish.

Fish Year-round Photo appears courtesy: Tom PageĪ climate moderated by a wide range of elevations makes fishing possible throughout the year. If you’re looking for a great way to get outside and enjoy nature, fishing is the perfect way to do that! And Nevada County has a great abundance of fishing opportunities just waiting for you to explore.
