Fishing near Lancaster, California
Los Angeles County, population 173,516.
- 4 milesto nearest lake
- 1launches nearby
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Where to fish near Lancaster
Census 2020 put Lancaster (Los Angeles County) at 173,516 residents. Drive 4 miles northwest to reach Apollo Community Regional Park Lake, the closest lake on the CDFW list. Elizabeth Lake sits 14 miles away, the nearest named launch.
Nearby lakes for Lancaster
- Apollo Community Regional Park Lake4 miles northwest, 23.2 acres
- Elizabeth Lake13 miles west
- Cat Fish Lake17 miles northeast, 6.1 acres
- Little Rock Reservoir17 miles southeast
- Castaic Lake27 miles southwest, 2,200 acres
- Castaic Lagoon28 miles southwest, 180 acres
Fish on the CDFW list near Lancaster
| Species | Nearby lakes flagged |
|---|---|
| Hatchery trout | 3 |
| Black bass | 2 |
| Catfish | 2 |
| Sunfish and crappie | 2 |
| Striped bass | 1 |
Lancaster fishing map
- Elizabeth LakeElizabeth Lake, 14 miles
Straight line distances from the Census point for Lancaster.
Local help for Lancaster
Gear and bait by Lancaster
- Amaysing Fishingbait and tackle shop, Lancaster, 2 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #112sporting goods store, Lancaster, 2 miles
- Spectaclebait and tackle shop, Lancaster, 2 miles
- DICK'S Sporting Goods #1105sporting goods store, Palmdale, 6 miles
- Turner's Outdoorsman #05sporting goods store, Palmdale, 6 miles
- JKS Custom Designed Fishingbait and tackle shop, Rosamond, 12 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #283sporting goods store, Palmdale, 12 miles
CDFW agents close to Lancaster
- Walmart Store #1563department store, under a mile
- Walmart Store #2951department store, 4 miles
- Walmart Store #1660department store, 6 miles
Recently planted lakes by Lancaster
| Lake | Distance | Plant weeks | Last plant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apollo Community Regional Park Lake | 4 miles | 2 | 2026-03-29 |
| Hansen Dam Lake | 32 miles | 8 | 2026-08-16 |
| Jackson Lake | 33 miles | 6 | 2026-08-09 |
| Brite Valley Reservoir | 35 miles | 4 | 2026-02-01 |
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule, last 52 weeks.
Lake limits near Lancaster
Lakes around Lancaster follow the Southern District and the statewide lake limits below.
| 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.
Past Lancaster
Places to base near Lancaster
- Palmdale8 miles
- Lake Hughes16 miles
- Lake Los Angeles20 miles
- Santa Clarita27 miles
Lancaster county by county
- Los Angeles Countyseat: Los Angeles
Lancaster area waters in photos
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Fishing from Lancaster: short answers
Which lake sits nearest Lancaster?
Apollo Community Regional Park Lake, 4 miles northwest.
Which launch sits nearest Lancaster?
Elizabeth Lake, 14 miles away.
Which public pier lies closest to Lancaster?
No CDFW pier is close.
Where can I get supplies in Lancaster?
Amaysing Fishing is the closest listing.
Is a paid guide available in Lancaster?
Try the county page; none list Lancaster.
Which county page covers Lancaster?
Los Angeles County.
Is fishing restricted off Lancaster?
No protected area nearby.
How far is Lancaster from a river?
No stream page within 30 miles.
Can a visitor to Lancaster buy a one or two day license?
Short licenses run $21.09 (1 day) and $32.4 (2 days).
Choose a spot near Lancaster
Every lake, launch and pier above has its own page.