Fishing near Temecula, California
Riverside County, population 110,003.
- 8 milesto nearest lake
- 2launches nearby
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Fishable water a drive from Temecula
The 2020 census counted 110,003 residents in Temecula, Riverside County. The nearest lake entry is Skinner Reservoir, about 8 miles to the northeast. Lake Skinner Boat Ramp #2 is the closest named ramp, about 8 miles off.
No license is needed on Oceanside Harbor Pier, the nearest pier at 25 miles.
Still water near Temecula
- Skinner Reservoir8 miles northeast, 791 acres
- Vail Lake10 miles east, 256 acres
- Diamond Valley Lake14 miles northeast, 4,822 acres
- Lake Elsinore17 miles northwest, 3,278 acres
- Doane Pond17 miles southeast, 3 acres
- Little Lake, Riverside County20 miles northeast
Catch options on lakes by Temecula
| Species | Nearby lakes flagged |
|---|---|
| Black bass | 4 |
| Sunfish and crappie | 4 |
| Catfish | 3 |
| Hatchery trout | 2 |
| Striped bass | 2 |
Nearby rivers for Temecula
- Trabuco Creek27 miles
- North Fork San Jacinto River29 miles
- Strawberry Creek29 miles
For the trout herePiscifun Carbon XT ultralight spinning reel25% OFFSale $59.99 Where to fish near Temecula, mapped
- Lake Skinner Boat Ramp #2Lake Skinner, 8 miles
- Lake Skinner Marina Boat Ramp #1Lake Skinner, 9 miles
Straight line distances from the Census point for Temecula.
Bay water in reach of Temecula
Pier fishing around Temecula
- Oceanside Harbor Pierpier, 25 miles
- Oceanside Jetty Eastjetty, 25 miles
Bays near Temecula
- Oceanside Harbor25 miles
River levels near Temecula
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Margarita R Nr Temecula Ca | 132 cfs, 2.84 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:00 pm |
| Santa Gertrudis C Nr Temecula Ca | 4 cfs, 2.00 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:00 pm |
| Warm Springs C Nr Murrieta Ca | 26 cfs, 4.24 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.
Supplies for Temecula anglers
Tackle stores around Temecula
- Fishermans Marketbait and tackle shop, Temecula, 1 mile
- Phenix Lure and Bait Company Productsbait and tackle shop, Temecula, 2 miles
- Blue Water Tackle, 26485 Ynez Rdbait and tackle shop, Temecula, 2 miles
- Turner's Outdoorsman #21sporting goods store, Temecula, 3 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #364sporting goods store, Temecula, 3 miles
- Brass & Bassbait and tackle shop, Murrieta, 5 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #185sporting goods store, Murrieta, 6 miles
- Sportsman's Warehouse #217sporting goods store, Murrieta, 6 miles
Where to buy a license near Temecula
- Walmart Store #2708department store, 2 miles
- Walmart Store #2952department store, 5 miles
Who guides Temecula
- Pacific Star Sportfishingocean charter, Temecula, (951) 302-6383
Where CDFW plants trout near Temecula
| Lake | Distance | Plant weeks | Last plant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skinner Reservoir | 8 miles | 3 | 2026-03-08 |
| Doane Pond | 17 miles | 7 | 2026-10-04 |
| Little Lake, Riverside County | 20 miles | 8 | 2026-03-01 |
| Lake Wohlford | 23 miles | 6 | 2026-03-01 |
| Lake Hemet | 28 miles | 10 | 2026-10-04 |
| Lake Fulmor | 30 miles | 8 | 2026-10-04 |
| Bogart Park Pond | 35 miles | 4 | 2026-01-18 |
| West Rancho Jurupa Park Pond | 38 miles | 8 | 2026-03-01 |
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule, last 52 weeks.
Bag rules around Temecula
Temecula anglers fish under the Southern or Colorado River 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 | 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.
Pictures taken near Temecula
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Near Temecula, answered
Which lake can I fish from Temecula?
Skinner Reservoir, 8 miles northeast.
Where does a boat go in near Temecula?
Lake Skinner Boat Ramp #2 is closest at 8 miles.
Which public piers stand near Temecula?
The nearest is Oceanside Harbor Pier at 25 miles.
Where does Temecula buy its bait?
The nearest is Fishermans Market.
Do charter boats sail from Temecula?
There are 1 guide or charter.
Which California county is Temecula part of?
Riverside County, California.
Are there no-take zones near Temecula?
Not within 15 miles.
Which stream lies closest to Temecula?
Trabuco Creek, about 27 miles.
Can tourists fish Temecula without a license?
One day $21.09, two days $32.4, for anyone 16 or older.