Fishing near Pasadena, California
Los Angeles County, population 138,699.
- 7 milesto nearest lake
- 1launches nearby
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Fishable water a drive from Pasadena
The 2020 census counted 138,699 residents in Pasadena, Los Angeles County. The nearest lake entry is Lincoln Park Lake, about 7 miles to the southwest. Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area is the closest named ramp, about 11 miles off.
No license is needed on Venice Pier, the nearest pier at 23 miles.
Still water near Pasadena
- Lincoln Park Lake7 miles southwest, 5 acres
- Peck Road Park Lake8 miles southeast, 80 acres
- Belvedere Lake9 miles south, 2.4 acres
- Echo Park Lake9 miles southwest, 15 acres
- Hollenbeck Park Lake10 miles southwest, 4.5 acres
- Legg Lakes10 miles southeast, 35 acres
Catch options on lakes by Pasadena
| Species | Nearby lakes flagged |
|---|---|
| Hatchery trout | 6 |
| Catfish | 3 |
Nearby rivers for Pasadena
- Los Angeles River7 miles
- West Fork San Gabriel River10 miles
- San Gabriel River11 miles
- North Fork San Gabriel River18 miles
For the trout herePiscifun Carbon XT ultralight spinning reel25% OFFSale $59.99 Where to fish near Pasadena, mapped
- Santa Fe Dam Recreation AreaSanta Fe Dam Reservoir, 11 miles
Straight line distances from the Census point for Pasadena.
Bay water in reach of Pasadena
Pier fishing around Pasadena
- Venice Pierpier, 23 miles
- Marina Del Rey South Jettyjetty, 23 miles
- Marina Del Rey North Jettyjetty, 23 miles
- Santa Monica Pierpier, 23 miles
- Manhattan Beach Pierpier, 25 miles
Bays near Pasadena
- Santa Monica Bay24 miles
River levels near Pasadena
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Seco Nr Pasadena Ca | 0 cfs, 0.96 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:15 pm |
| Rio Hondo Ab Whittier Narrows Dam Ca | 8 cfs, 1.59 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:00 pm |
| San Gabriel R Bl Santa Fe Dam Nr Baldwin Pk Ca | 0 cfs, 4.99 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:15 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 12, 2026 5:35 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Supplies for Pasadena anglers
Tackle stores around Pasadena
- Johnny's Sport Shopsporting goods store, Pasadena, 1 mile
- Turner's Outdoorsman #10sporting goods store, Pasadena, 2 miles
- Reel Ideasbait and tackle shop, Pasadena, 2 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #077sporting goods store, Pasadena, 4 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #490sporting goods store, Los Angeles, 4 miles
- Shady Shack Sunglassesbait and tackle shop, Alhambra, 4 miles
- Jeffs Sporting Goodssporting goods store, San Gabriel, 5 miles
- World Fishing Tacklebait and tackle shop, Alhambra, 6 miles
Where to buy a license near Pasadena
- Walmart Store #5154department store, 8 miles
- Walmart Store #2401department store, 9 miles
Where CDFW plants trout near Pasadena
| Lake | Distance | Plant weeks | Last plant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Park Lake | 7 miles | 6 | 2026-03-22 |
| Belvedere Lake | 9 miles | 7 | 2026-08-16 |
| Echo Park Lake | 9 miles | 7 | 2026-08-16 |
| Hollenbeck Park Lake | 10 miles | 6 | 2026-03-22 |
| Legg Lakes | 10 miles | 12 | 2026-09-13 |
| MacArthur Park Lake | 11 miles | 1 | 2026-06-28 |
| Santa Fe Reservoir | 11 miles | 9 | 2026-05-17 |
| John Anson Ford Park Lake | 14 miles | 1 | 2025-11-02 |
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule, last 52 weeks.
Bag rules around Pasadena
Pasadena anglers fish under the Southern District rules inland.
| 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.
Beyond Pasadena
Overnight options near Pasadena
- Alhambra5 miles
- Arcadia6 miles
- Glendale6 miles
- Rosemead7 miles
Pasadena on the county pages
- Los Angeles Countyseat: Los Angeles
Pictures taken near Pasadena
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Near Pasadena, answered
Which lake can I fish from Pasadena?
Lincoln Park Lake, 7 miles southwest.
Where does a boat go in near Pasadena?
Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area is closest at 11 miles.
Which public piers stand near Pasadena?
The nearest is Venice Pier at 23 miles.
Where does Pasadena buy its bait?
The nearest is Johnny's Sport Shop.
Do charter boats sail from Pasadena?
No listing for Pasadena.
Which California county is Pasadena part of?
Los Angeles County, California.
Are there no-take zones near Pasadena?
Not within 15 miles.
Which stream lies closest to Pasadena?
Los Angeles River, about 7 miles.
Can tourists fish Pasadena without a license?
One day $21.09, two days $32.4, for anyone 16 or older.