Fishing near Pomona, California
Los Angeles County, population 151,713.
- 3 milesto nearest lake
- 2launches nearby
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Pomona angler guide
Pomona is a Los Angeles County community of 151,713 people at the 2020 census. For still water, Puddingstone Lake is 3 miles northwest. The nearest named launch is Puddingstone Lake (Frank G Bonelli Regional Park), 3 miles away.
Lakes closest to Pomona
- Puddingstone Lake3 miles northwest
- Cucamonga-Guiasti Regional Park Lakes10 miles east
- Cucamonga Guasti Park Lake10 miles east, 10 acres
- Prado Park Lake10 miles southeast, 59.2 acres
- Santa Fe Reservoir11 miles west, 80 acres
- Yorba Regional Park Lake13 miles south, 11.9 acres
Species flagged within reach of Pomona
| Species | Nearby lakes flagged |
|---|---|
| Hatchery trout | 5 |
| Black bass | 4 |
| Catfish | 4 |
River trips from Pomona
- San Gabriel River12 miles
- North Fork San Gabriel River15 miles
- West Fork San Gabriel River18 miles
- Middle Fork Lytle Creek18 miles
Mapped water near Pomona
- Puddingstone Lake (Frank G Bonelli Regional Park)Puddingstone Lake, 3 miles
- Santa Fe Dam Recreation AreaSanta Fe Dam Reservoir, 11 miles
Straight line distances from the Census point for Pomona.
USGS stations near Pomona
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Cucamonga C Nr Mira Loma Ca | 1,690 cfs, 3.40 ft gage height | Oct 12 4:45 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 12, 2026 5:35 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Gear near Pomona
Nearest tackle to Pomona
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #451sporting goods store, Pomona, 4 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #110sporting goods store, Chino, 4 miles
- Kimuras Fishing Tacklebait and tackle shop, Chino, 5 miles
- C & M Custom Tackle, 910 N Cataract Avebait and tackle shop, San Dimas, 5 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #115sporting goods store, San Dimas, 5 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #340sporting goods store, Chino, 5 miles
- Turner's Outdoorsman #18sporting goods store, Chino Hills, 6 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #450sporting goods store, Upland, 7 miles
License agents near Pomona
- Walmart Store #2288department store, 2 miles
- Walmart Store #3464department store, 5 miles
- Walmart Store #3796department store, 5 miles
- Walmart Store #1941department store, 5 miles
Planted lakes near Pomona
| Lake | Distance | Plant weeks | Last plant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puddingstone Lake | 3 miles | 9 | 2026-04-12 |
| Cucamonga Guasti Park Lake | 10 miles | 8 | 2026-03-01 |
| Prado Park Lake | 10 miles | 6 | 2026-03-01 |
| Santa Fe Reservoir | 11 miles | 9 | 2026-05-17 |
| Laguna Lake, Orange County | 14 miles | 6 | 2026-09-13 |
| Eisenhower Park Lake | 16 miles | 5 | 2026-03-08 |
| Ralph Clark Regional Park Lake | 17 miles | 1 | 2026-08-23 |
| Legg Lakes | 17 miles | 12 | 2026-09-13 |
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule, last 52 weeks.
What you may keep near Pomona
Near Pomona, 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 Pomona on the map
Towns a short drive from Pomona
- Diamond Bar5 miles
- Upland7 miles
- Covina7 miles
- Glendora8 miles
County links for Pomona
- Los Angeles Countyseat: Los Angeles
Species anglers find at Pomona
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Asked often around Pomona
Where does the nearest CDFW lake to Pomona lie?
Puddingstone Lake, 3 miles northwest.
How far is the nearest launch from Pomona?
Try Puddingstone Lake (Frank G Bonelli Regional Park), about 3 miles off.
Can I fish a pier without a license near Pomona?
Not within 25 miles.
Who sells tackle in Pomona?
Try Big 5 Sporting Goods #451.
Which guides work out of Pomona?
None based in Pomona.
Which county page goes with Pomona?
Los Angeles County holds it.
Which MPAs are near Pomona?
None nearby.
Which stream page is nearest Pomona?
Try San Gabriel River (12 miles).
Which license do visitors to Pomona buy?
From 16: $21.09 for one day, $32.4 for two.
Find water to fish near Pomona
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