California Trout Stocking

American River Hatchery

2101 Nimbus road, Gold River, CA 95670

The American River Hatchery is located in eastern Sacramento County along the scenic American River, and raises trout and inland salmon for recreational fishing. Enjoy the on-site nature trail along the American River to view wildlife, as well as the American River Parkway trail directly adjacent to

Black Rock Trout Hatchery

1 East Black Rock Road, Independence, CA 93526

Black Rock Hatchery is located near the town of Independence in the Owens Valley of the Eastern Sierra-Nevada range. Black Rock Hatchery raises trout for stocking waters in the surrounding area. Many blue-ribbon trout streams are nearby.

Crystal Lake Hatchery

40158 Baum Lake Road, Cassel, CA 96016

Crystal Lake Hatchery is located near the town of Burney in eastern Shasta County. Baum and Crystal Lakes are adjacent and offer exceptional fishing. Picnic tables are available and wildlife abounds in this area.

Darrah Springs Trout Hatchery

29661 Wildcat Road Paynes Creek, CA 96075

Darrah Springs Hatchery raises trout near the town of Manton in eastern Tehama County. Camping and other outdoor activities surround this region; Lassen National Park, Hat Creek, Battle Creek and Deer Creek all within a one hour drive.

Feather River Fish Hatchery

5 Table Mountain Boulevard, Oroville, CA 95965

Feather River Fish Hatchery raises Chinook Salmon and steelhead along the Feather River, just below Lake Oroville. An underwater viewing window displays migrating salmon or steelhead during the approximate dates of mid-September through June. Visitors will enjoy their time at Feather River Fish Hatc

Fillmore Trout Hatchery

612 E. Telegraph Road, Fillmore, CA 93016

In eastern Ventura County and along the Santa Clara River, Fillmore Hatchery raises trout for stocking Southern California waters. Surrounded by citrus and avocado orchards, the Fillmore area offers excellent fresh fruit vendors along Highway 126. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the Los Padres National Fo

Fish Springs Trout Hatchery

215 Fish Springs Road, Big Pine, CA 93513

Near the town of Big Pine in Inyo County of the Eastern Sierra, Fish Springs Hatchery is a major producer of trout for the excellent fishing in nearby waters. Tule elk can often be viewed in the area, in addition to mule deer and myriad other wildlife.

Hot Creek Trout Hatchery

121 Hot Creek Hatchery Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546

is a historic site of trout production and a major supplier of trout for the excellent fishing in nearby lakes and streams. The Owens River, Lake Crowley, geothermal sites of interest, beautiful alpine lakes and Mammoth Mountain are all within a short drive.

Kern River Hatchery

14415 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238

Kern River Hatchery, located along the Kern River just north of Lake Isabella, is the future and historic site of rearing and releasing the native Kern River Rainbow Trout. This hatchery is also home to the Fishing and Natural History Museum, open during business hours.

Merced River Hatchery

4998 Robinson Road, Snelling, CA 95369

Located near the town of Snelling in Merced County, the Merced River Hatchery is a Chinook salmon facility along the Merced River. A little tricky to find, the Merced River Hatchery is open to the public and offers views of the Merced River and wildlife that utilize this river ecosystem. The fish la

Moccasin Creek Hatchery

Intersection of Hwy 120 and Hwy 49, Moccasin, CA 95347

At the intersection of highways 120 and 49, Moccasin Creek Hatchery is a trout hatchery in the Mother Lode foothill region of the western Sierra Nevada range. Don Pedro Reservoir is minutes away, as well as the Red Hills Interpretive Trail. Yosemite National Park is about 1 hour east of this visitor

Mojave River Hatchery

12550 Jacaranda Avenue, Victorville, CA 92395

A major producer and supplier of trout for Southern California, Mojave River Hatchery is located in the town of Victorville in San Bernardino County. Although in the Mojave Desert, the Mojave River aquifer supplies water for raising big trout. Waters that leave the hatchery percolate back to the aqu

Mokelumne River Hatchery

25800 North McIntire Road, Clements, CA 95227

Just downstream of Camanche Reservoir, Mokelumne River Hatchery raises Chinook salmon and steelhead for release to the Mokelumne River. Picnic tables are available in this quintessential riparian habitat.

Mount Shasta Fish Hatchery

3 North Old Stage Road, Mount Shasta, CA 96067

Opened in 1888, Mt. Shasta is the oldest trout hatchery west of the Mississippi. Located in Siskiyou County in Northern California. Mt. Shasta Hatchery supplies the majority of eggs for CDFW trout hatcheries, upwards of 30 million eggs a year.