Fishing near Ontario, California
San Bernardino County, population 175,265.
- 3 milesto nearest lake
- 1launches nearby
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Getting on the water from Ontario
Ontario, in San Bernardino County, had 175,265 residents in 2020. Cucamonga-Guiasti Regional Park Lakes is the nearest CDFW lake, roughly 3 miles north. Boaters can launch at Puddingstone Lake (Frank G Bonelli Regional Park), 12 miles from town.
Reservoirs near Ontario
- Cucamonga-Guiasti Regional Park Lakes3 miles north
- Cucamonga Guasti Park Lake3 miles north, 10 acres
- Prado Park Lake7 miles south, 59.2 acres
- West Rancho Jurupa Park Pond11 miles east, 3.2 acres
- Puddingstone Lake12 miles west
- Lake Evans13 miles east, 20 acres
Lake species around Ontario
| Species | Nearby lakes flagged |
|---|---|
| Hatchery trout | 5 |
| Black bass | 4 |
| Catfish | 4 |
Streams near Ontario
- Santa Ana River12 miles
- Middle Fork Lytle Creek15 miles
- North Fork Lytle Creek18 miles
- North Fork San Gabriel River21 miles
Access around Ontario
- Puddingstone Lake (Frank G Bonelli Regional Park)Puddingstone Lake, 12 miles
Straight line distances from the Census point for Ontario.
Stream gauges near Ontario
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Cucamonga C Nr Mira Loma Ca | 1,690 cfs, 3.40 ft gage height | Oct 12 4:45 pm |
| San Antonio C A Riverside Drive Nr Chino Ca | 2 cfs, 1.17 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:00 pm |
| Chino C A Schaefer Avenue Nr Chino Ca | 7 cfs, 4.09 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.
Tackle and charters near Ontario
Where to stock up near Ontario
- Okuma Fishing Tackle Corpbait and tackle shop, Ontario, under a mile
- Turner's Outdoorsman #19sporting goods store, Ontario, 4 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #110sporting goods store, Chino, 5 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #144sporting goods store, Rancho Cucamonga, 5 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #450sporting goods store, Upland, 5 miles
- Bass Pro Shops Rancho Cucamongasporting goods store, Rancho Cucamonga, 7 miles
- Kimuras Fishing Tacklebait and tackle shop, Chino, 7 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #340sporting goods store, Chino, 7 miles
License counters by Ontario
- Walmart Store #3129department store, 4 miles
- Walmart Store #3796department store, 5 miles
- Walmart Store #1922department store, 6 miles
- Walmart Store #1992department store, 6 miles
Stocked water close to Ontario
| Lake | Distance | Plant weeks | Last plant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cucamonga Guasti Park Lake | 3 miles | 8 | 2026-03-01 |
| Prado Park Lake | 7 miles | 6 | 2026-03-01 |
| West Rancho Jurupa Park Pond | 11 miles | 8 | 2026-03-01 |
| Puddingstone Lake | 12 miles | 9 | 2026-04-12 |
| Glen Helen Park Lake | 17 miles | 8 | 2026-03-01 |
| Eisenhower Park Lake | 19 miles | 5 | 2026-03-08 |
| Santa Fe Reservoir | 20 miles | 9 | 2026-05-17 |
| Laguna Lake, Orange County | 21 miles | 6 | 2026-09-13 |
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule, last 52 weeks.
Inland limits for Ontario anglers
The district for inland water near Ontario 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 Ontario
Towns ringing Ontario
- Chino5 miles
- Eastvale5 miles
- Upland6 miles
- Rancho Cucamonga6 miles
Counties holding Ontario
- San Bernardino Countyseat: San Bernardino
The fish of Ontario
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Questions from Ontario anglers
How many miles to a CDFW lake from Ontario?
Cucamonga-Guiasti Regional Park Lakes, 3 miles north.
Is a launch ramp close to Ontario?
The nearest named launch is Puddingstone Lake (Frank G Bonelli Regional Park) (12 miles).
Which public pier can I fish near Ontario?
No public pier within 25 miles.
Does Ontario have a bait counter?
Okuma Fishing Tackle Corp, the closest shop.
Who runs guided trips in Ontario?
None list Ontario; see the county page.
Which California county contains Ontario?
San Bernardino County; see its page.
Can I fish everywhere near Ontario?
None within 15 miles.
Is a stream within reach of Ontario?
The nearest stream page is Santa Ana River, 12 miles off.
How much is a day license near Ontario?
From age 16 a license is needed; a one-day license is $21.09 and two days $32.4.