Fishing near Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles County, population 3,898,747.
- 2 milesto nearest lake
- 1launches nearby
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Los Angeles angler guide
Los Angeles is a Los Angeles County community of 3,898,747 people at the 2020 census. For still water, Kenneth Hahn Lake is 2 miles east. The nearest named launch is Redondo Beach Small BLF, 12 miles away.
The closest CDFW public pier is Venice Pier, 4 miles from town.
Lakes closest to Los Angeles
- Kenneth Hahn Lake2 miles east, 3 acres
- MacArthur Park Lake8 miles east, 6.7 acres
- Echo Park Lake9 miles northeast, 15 acres
- Alondra Park Lake10 miles southeast, 15 acres
- Magic Johnson Lake11 miles southeast, 9 acres
- Hollenbeck Park Lake11 miles east, 4.5 acres
Species flagged within reach of Los Angeles
| Species | Nearby lakes flagged |
|---|---|
| Hatchery trout | 5 |
| Catfish | 2 |
River trips from Los Angeles
- Los Angeles River11 miles
- San Gabriel River27 miles
- West Fork San Gabriel River29 miles
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- Redondo Beach Small BLFKing Harbor, 12 miles
Straight line distances from the Census point for Los Angeles.
Shore fishing near Los Angeles
Piers nearest to Los Angeles
- Venice Pierpier, 4 miles
- Marina Del Rey South Jettyjetty, 5 miles
- Marina Del Rey North Jettyjetty, 5 miles
- Santa Monica Pierpier, 5 miles
- Manhattan Beach Pierpier, 9 miles
- Hermosa Beach Pierpier, 11 miles
Estuaries near Los Angeles
- Santa Monica Bay7 miles
- Long Beach Harbor22 miles
- Los Angeles Harbor23 miles
USGS stations near Los Angeles
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles R A Sepulveda Dam Ca | 62 cfs, 0.76 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:00 pm |
| Big Tujunga C Bl Hansen Dam Ca | 0 cfs, 0.97 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:00 pm |
| Rio Hondo Bl Whittier Narrows Dam Ca | 0 cfs, 1.18 ft gage height | Oct 12 4:30 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 12, 2026 5:35 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Gear near Los Angeles
Nearest tackle to Los Angeles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #018sporting goods store, Culver City, 1 mile
- Bob's Sporting Goods Centerbait and tackle shop, Los Angeles, 2 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #525sporting goods store, Los Angeles, 3 miles
- Marina Kayak & Fishing Centermarina, Marina Del Rey, 3 miles
- OC Boat Suppliesbait and tackle shop, Los Angeles, 3 miles
- West Marine Store #0011marine supply store, Marina Del Rey, 3 miles
- Dock 77marina, Marina Del Rey, 3 miles
- Marina Mar Chgmarina, Marina Del Rey, 4 miles
License agents near Los Angeles
- Del Rey Fuellicense agent, 4 miles
Planted lakes near Los Angeles
| Lake | Distance | Plant weeks | Last plant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Hahn Lake | 2 miles | 7 | 2026-08-16 |
| MacArthur Park Lake | 8 miles | 1 | 2026-06-28 |
| Echo Park Lake | 9 miles | 7 | 2026-08-16 |
| Alondra Park Lake | 10 miles | 7 | 2026-05-03 |
| Hollenbeck Park Lake | 11 miles | 6 | 2026-03-22 |
| Lincoln Park Lake | 12 miles | 6 | 2026-03-22 |
| Reseda Park Lake | 14 miles | 1 | 2025-11-02 |
| Belvedere Lake | 14 miles | 7 | 2026-08-16 |
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule, last 52 weeks.
What you may keep near Los Angeles
Near Los Angeles, inland rules come from 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.
Bordering Los Angeles on the map
Towns a short drive from Los Angeles
- Marina del Rey4 miles
- Santa Monica5 miles
- Inglewood6 miles
- Hawthorne8 miles
County links for Los Angeles
- Los Angeles Countyseat: Los Angeles
Species anglers find at Los Angeles
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Asked often around Los Angeles
Where does the nearest CDFW lake to Los Angeles lie?
Kenneth Hahn Lake, 2 miles east.
How far is the nearest launch from Los Angeles?
Try Redondo Beach Small BLF, about 12 miles off.
Can I fish a pier without a license near Los Angeles?
Venice Pier, 4 miles, license not needed.
Who sells tackle in Los Angeles?
Try Big 5 Sporting Goods #018.
Which guides work out of Los Angeles?
None based in Los Angeles.
Which county page goes with Los Angeles?
Los Angeles County holds it.
Which MPAs are near Los Angeles?
None nearby.
Which stream page is nearest Los Angeles?
Try Los Angeles River (11 miles).
Which license do visitors to Los Angeles buy?
From 16: $21.09 for one day, $32.4 for two.
Find water to fish near Los Angeles
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