Fishing near Fontana, California
San Bernardino County, population 208,393.
- 8 milesto nearest lake
- 1launches nearby
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Getting on the water from Fontana
Fontana, in San Bernardino County, had 208,393 residents in 2020. Glen Helen Park Lake is the nearest CDFW lake, roughly 8 miles northeast. Boaters can launch at Silverwood Lake SRA (South Shore Ramp) (Sawpit Ramp), 14 miles from town.
Reservoirs near Fontana
- Glen Helen Park Lake8 miles northeast, 5 acres
- Cucamonga Guasti Park Lake8 miles west, 10 acres
- Cucamonga-Guiasti Regional Park Lakes8 miles west
- Lake Evans9 miles southeast, 20 acres
- West Rancho Jurupa Park Pond9 miles south, 3.2 acres
- Seccombe Park Lake10 miles east, 11.5 acres
Lake species around Fontana
| Species | Nearby lakes flagged |
|---|---|
| Hatchery trout | 5 |
| Black bass | 3 |
| Catfish | 3 |
| Sunfish and crappie | 1 |
Streams near Fontana
- Santa Ana River10 miles
- Middle Fork Lytle Creek11 miles
- North Fork Lytle Creek14 miles
- Cleghorn Creek14 miles
Access around Fontana
- Silverwood Lake SRA (South Shore Ramp) (Sawpit Ramp)Silverwood Lake, 14 miles
Straight line distances from the Census point for Fontana.
Stream gauges near Fontana
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Fontana Water Co Spill Ch From Afterbay Nr Fontana | 0 cfs, 0.62 ft gage height | Oct 12 6:15 pm |
| Fontana Water Co Surface Div Weir 2 Nr Fontana Ca | 9 cfs, 1.50 ft gage height | Oct 12 6:15 pm |
| Fontana Ph Forebay Spillway Nr Fontana Ca | 0 cfs, 0.87 ft gage height | Oct 12 6:15 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 12, 2026 6:32 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Tackle and charters near Fontana
Where to stock up near Fontana
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #402sporting goods store, Fontana, 3 miles
- Turner's Outdoor Incbait and tackle shop, Rialto, 3 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #146sporting goods store, Fontana, 3 miles
- Bass Pro Shops Rancho Cucamongasporting goods store, Rancho Cucamonga, 4 miles
- Turner's Outdoorsman #19sporting goods store, Ontario, 5 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #144sporting goods store, Rancho Cucamonga, 6 miles
- Turner's Outdoorsman – Riversidesporting goods store, Riverside, 9 miles
- Okuma Fishing Tackle Corpbait and tackle shop, Ontario, 9 miles
License counters by Fontana
- Walmart Store #1756department store, 2 miles
- Walmart Store #1922department store, 4 miles
- Walmart Store #1862department store, 6 miles
- Walmart Store #3276department store, 8 miles
Stocked water close to Fontana
| Lake | Distance | Plant weeks | Last plant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Helen Park Lake | 8 miles | 8 | 2026-03-01 |
| Cucamonga Guasti Park Lake | 8 miles | 8 | 2026-03-01 |
| West Rancho Jurupa Park Pond | 9 miles | 8 | 2026-03-01 |
| Gregory Lake | 15 miles | 10 | 2026-10-04 |
| Prado Park Lake | 16 miles | 6 | 2026-03-01 |
| Ford Park Ponds | 18 miles | 4 | 2026-01-18 |
| Puddingstone Lake | 20 miles | 9 | 2026-04-12 |
| Green Valley Lake | 24 miles | 5 | 2026-09-20 |
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule, last 52 weeks.
Inland limits for Fontana anglers
The district for inland water near Fontana is the Southern or Colorado River 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 | 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 |
| Catfish | no limit | none | All year, except closures under special regulations |
| Kokanee and inland salmon | 5 a day | none | All year |
CDFW 2026 Freshwater Sport Fishing Regulations.
The ground around Fontana
Towns ringing Fontana
- Rialto4 miles
- Rancho Cucamonga6 miles
- Jurupa Valley7 miles
- Colton9 miles
Counties holding Fontana
- San Bernardino Countyseat: San Bernardino
The fish of Fontana
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Questions from Fontana anglers
How many miles to a CDFW lake from Fontana?
Glen Helen Park Lake, 8 miles northeast.
Is a launch ramp close to Fontana?
The nearest named launch is Silverwood Lake SRA (South Shore Ramp) (Sawpit Ramp) (14 miles).
Which public pier can I fish near Fontana?
No public pier within 25 miles.
Does Fontana have a bait counter?
Big 5 Sporting Goods #402, the closest shop.
Who runs guided trips in Fontana?
None list Fontana; see the county page.
Which California county contains Fontana?
San Bernardino County; see its page.
Can I fish everywhere near Fontana?
None within 15 miles.
Is a stream within reach of Fontana?
The nearest stream page is Santa Ana River, 10 miles off.
How much is a day license near Fontana?
From age 16 a license is needed; a one-day license is $21.09 and two days $32.4.