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Fishing near Thousand Oaks, California
Ventura County, population 126,966.
- 8 milesto nearest lake
- 0launches nearby
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Thousand Oaks, California
Angling from Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks sits in Ventura County; its 2020 population was 126,966. Rancho Simi Community Park Lake lies 8 miles northeast, the nearest CDFW lake.
Malibu Pier, 16 miles away, is the nearest license-free pier. Note the 1 MPA within 15 miles.
8 milesto Rancho Simi Community Park Lake
0launches within 15 mi
3piers within 25 mi
7shops within 15 mi
Lakes
Lake trips from Thousand Oaks
- Rancho Simi Community Park Lake8 miles northeast, 2.5 acres
- Malibu Lagoon SB16 miles southeast
- Reseda Park Lake19 miles east, 2 acres
- Lake Piru22 miles north, 1,240 acres
- Castaic Lagoon26 miles northeast, 180 acres
- Hansen Dam Lake28 miles east, 4.2 acres
What the lakes around Thousand Oaks hold
| Species | Nearby lakes flagged |
|---|---|
| Hatchery trout | 5 |
| Catfish | 3 |
| Black bass | 2 |
| Sunfish and crappie | 2 |
Moving water near Thousand Oaks
- Sespe Creek28 miles
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Spots near Thousand Oaks on the map
Ramps within 60 miles of Thousand Oaks
- Lake Piru Marina (Lake Piru Concessions)Lake Piru, 21 miles north
- Lake Piru Recreation Area (Boat Launch Facility)Lake Piru, 21 miles north
- Ventura HarborVentura Harbor, 23 miles west
- Castaic Lake State Recreation Area (Lagoon Launch Ramp)Castaic Lake, 26 miles northeast
- Castaic Lake State Recreation Area (East Launch Ramp)Castaic Lake, 27 miles northeast
Straight line distances from the Census point for Thousand Oaks.
Salt water
Public piers and bays by Thousand Oaks
Piers a short drive from Thousand Oaks
- Malibu Pierpier, 16 miles
- Port Hueneme Pierpier, 19 miles
- Ventura Pierpier, 24 miles
Bay pages near Thousand Oaks
- Port Hueneme19 miles
- Channel Islands Harbor20 miles
- Ventura Harbor22 miles
Closed water close to Thousand Oaks
- Point Dume SMCASMCA, 14 miles
Flow
Live stream readings around Thousand Oaks
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara R Nr Piru Ca | 42 cfs, 1.34 ft gage height | Oct 12 6:15 pm |
| Sespe C Nr Fillmore | 9 cfs, 4.43 ft gage height | Oct 12 6:00 pm |
| Santa Paula C Nr Santa Paula | 3 cfs, 66.82 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:30 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 12, 2026 6:32 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Local help
Bait and guides by Thousand Oaks
Shops a short drive from Thousand Oaks
- DICK'S Sporting Goods #1278sporting goods store, Thousand Oaks, under a mile
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #148sporting goods store, Thousand Oaks, 1 mile
- Malibu Fish'n Tacklebait and tackle shop, Thousand Oaks, 3 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #059sporting goods store, Simi Valley, 8 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #429sporting goods store, Camarillo, 10 miles
- Anglers Denbait and tackle shop, Camarillo, 10 miles
- Fish On Customsbait and tackle shop, West Hills, 12 miles
Get a license near Thousand Oaks
- Walmart Store #2621department store, 8 miles
Guided trips near Thousand Oaks
- Port Hueneme Sportfishingocean charter, Thousand Oaks, (805) 488-2212
Stocking
Hatchery fish near Thousand Oaks
| Lake | Distance | Plant weeks | Last plant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Simi Community Park Lake | 8 miles | 7 | 2026-04-12 |
| Reseda Park Lake | 19 miles | 1 | 2025-11-02 |
| Hansen Dam Lake | 28 miles | 8 | 2026-08-16 |
| Lake Casitas | 30 miles | 1 | 2025-11-02 |
| Kenneth Hahn Lake | 32 miles | 7 | 2026-08-16 |
| MacArthur Park Lake | 35 miles | 1 | 2026-06-28 |
| Echo Park Lake | 36 miles | 7 | 2026-08-16 |
| Alondra Park Lake | 38 miles | 7 | 2026-05-03 |
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule, last 52 weeks.
Limits
Rules on lakes near Thousand Oaks
For lakes near Thousand Oaks, the Southern District applies.
| 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.
Nearby
Outside Thousand Oaks
Closest communities to Thousand Oaks
- Simi Valley9 miles
- Camarillo9 miles
- Malibu13 miles
- Port Hueneme19 miles
Which counties Thousand Oaks touches
- Ventura Countyseat: Ventura
Field guide
What anglers hook near Thousand Oaks
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Answers
Anglers near Thousand Oaks ask
Which CDFW lake lies closest to Thousand Oaks?
Rancho Simi Community Park Lake, 8 miles northeast.
Where can a boat go in near Thousand Oaks?
Over 15 miles to the nearest named ramp.
Can I fish a public pier from Thousand Oaks?
Malibu Pier is closest (16 miles); no license required.
Which tackle counter is closest to Thousand Oaks?
DICK'S Sporting Goods #1278 is nearest.
Does Thousand Oaks have working fishing guides?
1 guide or charter on our lists.
Which California county holds Thousand Oaks?
It sits inside Ventura County.
Are there protected areas near Thousand Oaks?
Point Dume SMCA and 0 more within 15 miles.
Which stream can I fish from Thousand Oaks?
Sespe Creek, roughly 28 miles away.
Do visitors need a license in Thousand Oaks?
A one-day license costs $21.09; two days, $32.4.
Map out a trip from Thousand Oaks
Open a spot above to see its rules.