Cache Creek Fishing
Yolo County and Lake County, CDFW North Central Region.
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The Cache Creek from an angler’s seat
The creek known as the Cache Creek flows through Yolo County and Lake County (North Central Region). Its mapped line runs about 86 miles.
The stream has 5 USGS gauges reporting. 1 launch sit along it.
Gauge readings for the Cache Creek
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Cache C Nr Lower Lake Ca | 1 cfs, 1.84 ft gage height | Nov 12 4:30 am |
| Cache C A Rumsey Ca | 9 cfs, 0.61 ft gage height | Nov 12 4:45 am |
| Cache C A Yolo Ca | 0 cfs, 45.47 ft gage height | Nov 12 4:30 am |
| Cache C Overflow Weir From Settling Bas Nr Wood'ld | 0 cfs, 31.84 ft gage height | Nov 12 5:15 am |
| Cache C Outflow From Settling Basin Nr Woodland Ca | 0 cfs, 18.32 ft gage height | Nov 12 5:15 am |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 12, 2026 5:33 am ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Ramps along the Cache Creek
- Clear Lake Campground1 lane, 3 trailer spaces, restrooms, Lake County
Launches from DBW, USFS and OpenStreetMap; midpoint from the CDFW streams layer.
Bag rules on the Cache Creek
Water-specific rules for the Cache Creek:
- Cache Creek and tributaries (Lake Co.). Sat. preceding Memorial Day through Sep. 30. 5 trout7.50(b)(23)
| Species | Daily bag | Size | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trout | 5 a day | none | Last Saturday in April through November 15 |
| Black bass | 5 a day | none | All year |
| Striped bass | 2 a day | 18 in minimum | All year except closures in special regulations |
| Sunfish and crappie | 25 a day | none | All year, except closures under district or special regulations |
| Coho salmon | none (release) | none | see rule |
CDFW puts the Cache Creek in the Valley District.
CDFW 2026 Freshwater Sport Fishing Regulations. All California limits.
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CDFW lakes within a drive of Cache Creek
- Lake Berryessa18 miles
Bait counters close to Cache Creek
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #509sporting goods store, Clearlake, 23 miles
- Clearlake Bait and Tacklebait and tackle shop, Clearlake, 25 miles
Where to stay near Cache Creek
- Clearlake25 miles
- Knights Landing26 miles
- Colusa27 miles
- Woodland27 miles
Next streams over from the Cache Creek
- Putah Creek15 miles
- Napa River31 miles
- Mark West Creek37 miles
- Santa Rosa Creek37 miles
County guides covering Cache Creek
- Yolo County
- Lake County
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What anglers hook near Cache Creek
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The Cache Creek: the usual questions
Which county has the Cache Creek?
It crosses Yolo County and Lake County.
Which species does CDFW list for the Cache Creek?
CDFW gives no species.
What are the dates for the Cache Creek?
Cache Creek and tributaries (Lake Co.). Sat. preceding Memorial Day through Sep. 30. 5 trout
Where are the Cache Creek flow numbers posted?
There are 5 USGS gauges, shown above.
Where is access on the Cache Creek?
1 launch; Clear Lake Campground is one.
Are hatchery fish released in the Cache Creek?
No stocking is scheduled.
What special rules cover the Cache Creek?
Cache Creek and tributaries (Lake Co.). Sat. preceding Memorial Day through Sep. 30. 5 trout
Is a fishing license required on the Cache Creek?
From 16 up, $64.54 for residents; report cards apply to steelhead.
Where do I get supplies for the Cache Creek?
Try Big 5 Sporting Goods #509 (23 miles).
Plan a day on the Cache Creek
Seasons, limits and flow are all on this page.