Fishing near Downey, California
Los Angeles County, population 114,355.
- 2 milesto nearest lake
- 10launches nearby
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Nearby fishing for Downey
With 114,355 people in 2020, Downey is a Los Angeles County town. The closest CDFW lake is Downey Wilderness Park Lake, 2 miles east of town. For a boat, try Alamitos Bay Marina ( Basin 8), 12 miles away.
On the coast, Belmont Pier, Long Beach is the closest public pier at 12 miles, and no license is needed there.
Lakes in reach of Downey
- Downey Wilderness Park Lake2 miles east, 0.9 acres
- John Anson Ford Park Lake2 miles northwest
- Belvedere Lake7 miles north, 2.4 acres
- Cerritos Lake7 miles southeast, 4 acres
- La Mirada Lake8 miles east, 3 acres
- Magic Johnson Lake8 miles west, 9 acres
Species CDFW flags on lakes near Downey
| Species | Nearby lakes flagged |
|---|---|
| Hatchery trout | 5 |
| Black bass | 1 |
| Catfish | 1 |
Rivers close to Downey
- Los Angeles River14 miles
- San Gabriel River16 miles
- West Fork San Gabriel River23 miles
- North Fork San Gabriel River28 miles
Map around Downey
- Alamitos Bay Marina ( Basin 8)Alamitos Bay, 12 miles
- Long Beach Marine Bureau (Marine Stadium Ramp)Alamitos Bay, 12 miles
- Long Beach Marine Bureau (Davies Ramp)Alamitos Bay, 13 miles
- Long Beach Marine Bureau (Granada Ramp)Pacific Ocean, 13 miles
- Alamitos Bay Marina ( Basin 3)Alamitos Bay, 13 miles
- Long Beach Marine Bureau (Claremont Ramp)Pacific Ocean, 13 miles
- Alamitos Bay Marina ( Basin 4)Alamitos Bay, 13 miles
- Alamitos Bay Marina ( Basin 2)Alamitos Bay, 13 miles
- Long Beach Marine Bureau (South Shore Ramp)Queensway Bay, 13 miles
- Alamitos Bay MarinaAlamitos Bay, 13 miles
Straight line distances from the Census point for Downey.
The coast from Downey
License-free piers by Downey
- Belmont Pier, Long Beachpier, 12 miles
- Shoreline Aquatic Park Pier 2pier, 13 miles
- Shoreline Aquatic Park Pier 1pier, 13 miles
- Shoreline Village Pier 1pier, 13 miles
- Shoreline Village Pier 2pier, 13 miles
- Shoreline Village Pier 3pier, 13 miles
Coastal water close to Downey
- Alamitos Bay13 miles
- Long Beach Harbor14 miles
- Anaheim Bay14 miles
Flow near Downey
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Hondo Bl Whittier Narrows Dam Ca | 0 cfs, 1.17 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:30 pm |
| San Gabriel R Ab Whittier Narrows Dam Ca | 43 cfs, 4.09 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:30 pm |
| Rio Hondo Ab Whittier Narrows Dam Ca | 7 cfs, 1.54 ft gage height | Oct 12 6:00 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 12, 2026 6:32 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Contacts in Downey
Bait counters close to Downey
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #027sporting goods store, Downey, under a mile
- Sav On Tacklebait and tackle shop, Santa Fe Springs, 2 miles
- Turner's Outdoorsman #08sporting goods store, Norwalk, 3 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #134sporting goods store, Bell, 3 miles
- Bob's Fishing Tacklebait and tackle shop, Norwalk, 4 miles
- Youngs Tacklebait and tackle shop, Bellflower, 4 miles
- Fishermen's Depotbait and tackle shop, Bellflower, 4 miles
- Western Firearms Inc.bait and tackle shop, Bell, 4 miles
License sellers around Downey
- Walmart Store #4132department store, under a mile
- Walmart Store #2110department store, 3 miles
- Walmart Store #3180department store, 3 miles
- Walmart Store #2886department store, 4 miles
Trout plants around Downey
| Lake | Distance | Plant weeks | Last plant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downey Wilderness Park Lake | 2 miles | 7 | 2026-07-05 |
| John Anson Ford Park Lake | 2 miles | 1 | 2025-11-02 |
| Belvedere Lake | 7 miles | 7 | 2026-08-16 |
| Cerritos Lake | 7 miles | 6 | 2026-05-31 |
| La Mirada Lake | 8 miles | 7 | 2026-09-13 |
| Legg Lakes | 8 miles | 12 | 2026-09-13 |
| El Dorado Park Lakes | 9 miles | 8 | 2026-03-15 |
| Hollenbeck Park Lake | 9 miles | 6 | 2026-03-22 |
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule, last 52 weeks.
Keeping fish near Downey
Inland seasons near Downey follow the Southern District.
| Species | Daily bag | Size | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black bass | 5 a day | 12 in minimum | All year |
| Trout | 5 a day | none | All year |
| Striped bass | 10 a day | none | All year |
| Sunfish and crappie | 25 a day | none | All year, except closures under district or special regulations |
| Catfish | 10 a day | none | All year |
| Kokanee and inland salmon | 5 a day | none | All year |
CDFW 2026 Freshwater Sport Fishing Regulations.
More near Downey
Where to stay near Downey
- Paramount3 miles
- Norwalk3 miles
- Bellflower3 miles
- South Gate4 miles
County guides covering Downey
- Los Angeles Countyseat: Los Angeles
What Downey visitors want to know
Which CDFW lake is closest to Downey?
Downey Wilderness Park Lake, 2 miles east.
Which launch lies closest to Downey?
Alamitos Bay Marina ( Basin 8), roughly 12 miles away.
Is there a public pier by Downey?
Belmont Pier, Long Beach at 12 miles, license-free.
Where is the nearest tackle to Downey?
Start at Big 5 Sporting Goods #027.
Do captains run trips from Downey?
No guide is listed in Downey.
Which county government serves Downey?
The Los Angeles County page covers it.
Where is fishing closed near Downey?
No MPA within 15 miles.
Where is the nearest stream to Downey?
Los Angeles River, 14 miles out.
What does a visitor license cost in Downey?
Visitors 16 and up can buy one day for $21.09 or two for $32.4.