Fishing near Roseville, California
Placer County, population 147,773.
- 5 milesto nearest lake
- 10launches nearby
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Getting on the water from Roseville
Roseville, in Placer County, had 147,773 residents in 2020. Gibson Ranch Park Pond is the nearest CDFW lake, roughly 5 miles southwest. Boaters can launch at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area (Granite Bay – 4 Ramps), 9 miles from town.
Reservoirs near Roseville
- Gibson Ranch Park Pond5 miles southwest, 8 acres
- Lake Natoma10 miles southeast, 540 acres
- Aerojet Pond11 miles southeast, 0.2 acres
- Folsom Lake11 miles east, 11,450 acres
- Willow Hill Reservoir12 miles southeast, 7.7 acres
- Howe Community Park Lake12 miles southwest, 1 acres
Lake species around Roseville
| Species | Nearby lakes flagged |
|---|---|
| Catfish | 3 |
| Hatchery trout | 3 |
| Sunfish and crappie | 3 |
| Black bass | 2 |
| Adult salmon | 1 |
Streams near Roseville
- American River12 miles
- Cosumnes River21 miles
Access around Roseville
- Folsom Lake State Recreation Area (Granite Bay – 4 Ramps)Folsom Lake, 9 miles
- Lake Natoma – Black Miners BarLake Natoma, 10 miles
- Sailor Bar / Illinois BTAFAmerican River, 10 miles
- Willow Creek Access – Lake NatomaLake Natoma, 11 miles
- Folsom Lake SRA (Peninsula – New Ramp)Folsom Lake, 11 miles
- Folsom Lake SRA (Peninsula – Old Ramp)Folsom Lake, 11 miles
- Folsom Lake State Recreation Area (Folsom Point Ramp)Folsom Lake, 11 miles
- Lake Natoma – Nimbus FlatLake Natoma, 12 miles
- Folsom Lake SRA (Brown's Ravine – 2 Ramps)Folsom Lake, 12 miles
- Folsom Lake MarinaFolsom Lake, 12 miles
Straight line distances from the Census point for Roseville.
Stream gauges near Roseville
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Arcade C Nr Del Paso Heights Ca | 0 cfs, 1.32 ft gage height | Oct 6 11:00 am Not updated since Oct 6, 2026. |
| American R A Fair Oaks Ca | 1,810 cfs, 6.56 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:15 pm |
| Sacramento R A Verona Ca | 10,400 cfs, 12.87 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.
Tackle and charters near Roseville
Where to stock up near Roseville
- Sportsman's Warehouse #149sporting goods store, Rocklin, 2 miles
- J & J Tackle Companybait and tackle shop, Roseville, 3 miles
- Turner's Outdoorsman #14sporting goods store, Roseville, 3 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #141sporting goods store, Roseville, 4 miles
- Fly Fishing Specialtiesfly shop, Citrus Heights, 5 miles
- Fisherman's Warehouse Megastorebait and tackle shop, Rocklin, 5 miles
- Bass Pro Shops Rocklinsporting goods store, Rocklin, 6 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #224sporting goods store, North Highlands, 6 miles
License counters by Roseville
- California Waterfowl Associationlicense agent, 2 miles
- Walmart Store #1988department store, 2 miles
- Walmart Store #5192department store, 4 miles
- Walmart Store #4202department store, 4 miles
Guides who work Roseville
- Westernbass Comfreshwater / river guide, Roseville, (916) 782-9540
Stocked water close to Roseville
| Lake | Distance | Plant weeks | Last plant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folsom Lake | 11 miles | 7 | 2026-03-15 |
| Howe Community Park Lake | 12 miles | 4 | 2026-03-15 |
| Mather Lake | 15 miles | 5 | 2026-03-01 |
| Granite Park Pond | 16 miles | 5 | 2026-03-01 |
| Auburn Regional Park Pond | 17 miles | 1 | 2026-02-15 |
| Southside Park Pond | 17 miles | 1 | 2026-03-15 |
| Halsey Forebay | 21 miles | 9 | 2026-09-27 |
| Elk Grove Park Pond | 26 miles | 3 | 2026-04-05 |
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule, last 52 weeks.
Inland limits for Roseville anglers
The district for inland water near Roseville is the Sierra or Valley 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 Roseville
Towns ringing Roseville
- Rocklin5 miles
- Citrus Heights5 miles
- Granite Bay8 miles
- Carmichael10 miles
Counties holding Roseville
- Placer Countyseat: Auburn
The fish of Roseville
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Questions from Roseville anglers
How many miles to a CDFW lake from Roseville?
Gibson Ranch Park Pond, 5 miles southwest.
Is a launch ramp close to Roseville?
The nearest named launch is Folsom Lake State Recreation Area (Granite Bay – 4 Ramps) (9 miles).
Which public pier can I fish near Roseville?
No public pier within 25 miles.
Does Roseville have a bait counter?
Sportsman's Warehouse #149, the closest shop.
Who runs guided trips in Roseville?
1 guide or charter list Roseville.
Which California county contains Roseville?
Placer County; see its page.
Can I fish everywhere near Roseville?
None within 15 miles.
Is a stream within reach of Roseville?
The nearest stream page is American River, 12 miles off.
How much is a day license near Roseville?
From age 16 a license is needed; a one-day license is $21.09 and two days $32.4.