Fishing near Vallejo, California
Solano County, population 126,090.
- 3 milesto nearest lake
- 10launches nearby
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Vallejo angler guide
Vallejo is a Solano County community of 126,090 people at the 2020 census. For still water, Lake Chabot is 3 miles northeast. The nearest named launch is Vallejo Municipal Marina, under a mile away.
The closest CDFW public pier is Vallejo Waterfront (Independence Park), under a mile from town. 3 marine protected areas lie within 15 miles.
Lakes closest to Vallejo
- Lake Chabot3 miles northeast, 54.8 acres
- Lake Herman6 miles east
- San Pablo Reservoir13 miles south, 854 acres
- Hidden Valley Pond13 miles southeast
- Scottsdale Pond16 miles west
- Lafayette Reservoir17 miles southeast, 111 acres
Species flagged within reach of Vallejo
| Species | Nearby lakes flagged |
|---|---|
| Black bass | 2 |
| Catfish | 2 |
| Hatchery trout | 2 |
| Sunfish and crappie | 1 |
River trips from Vallejo
- Suisun Slough12 miles
- Montezuma Slough18 miles
- Corte Madera Creek19 miles
- Novato Creek19 miles
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- Vallejo Municipal MarinaMare Island Strait, under a mile
- Brinkman's Marine; Inc.Mare Island Strait, under a mile
- Vallejo Launch RampMare Island Strait, under a mile
- West 9th Street Launch RampCarquinez Strait, 7 miles
- Benicia MarinaCarquinez Strait, 7 miles
- Napa Sea RanchNapa River, 8 miles
- Cuttings WharfNapa River, 9 miles
- Martinez MarinaCarquinez Strait, 9 miles
- Kennedy ParkNapa River, 11 miles
- San Pablo ReservoirSan Pablo Reservoir, 12 miles
Straight line distances from the Census point for Vallejo.
Shore fishing near Vallejo
Piers nearest to Vallejo
- Vallejo Waterfront (Independence Park)pier, under a mile
- Vallejo Launch Ramp Fishing Pierpier, under a mile
- Cullinan Ranch Fishing Pierpier, 5 miles
- Eckley Pierpier, 5 miles
- 9th Street Pier, Beniciapier, 6 miles
- Benicia Point Fishing Pierpier, 7 miles
Estuaries near Vallejo
- Carquinez Strait6 miles
- San Pablo Bay8 miles
- Suisun Bay10 miles
Marine protected areas by Vallejo
- Fagan Marsh SMPSMP, 8 miles
- Peytonia Slough SMPSMP, 14 miles
- Marin Islands SMPSMP, 15 miles
USGS stations near Vallejo
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Suisun Slough Nr Benicia Ca | 2,060 cfs, 15.86 ft gage height | Oct 12 1:00 pm |
| Nathanson C A Sonoma Ca | 0 cfs, -0.20 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:15 pm |
| Novato C A Novato Ca | 1 cfs, 2.79 ft gage height | Oct 12 4:30 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 12, 2026 5:35 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Gear near Vallejo
Nearest tackle to Vallejo
- Papa Sherm Bait & Tacklebait and tackle shop, Vallejo, under a mile
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #107sporting goods store, Vallejo, 1 mile
- Crispy Townbait and tackle shop, Vallejo, 1 mile
- Rodeo Sports and Liquorsporting goods store, Rodeo, 5 miles
- Surf City Anglersbait and tackle shop, Rodeo, 5 miles
- Benicia Bait & Tacklebait and tackle shop, Benicia, 6 miles
- Toddbait and tackle shop, Benicia, 6 miles
- Big 5 Sporting Goods #062sporting goods store, Pinole, 8 miles
License agents near Vallejo
- Omayh Food Martlicense agent, under a mile
- Walmart Store #1651department store, 5 miles
- Walmart Store #3455department store, 9 miles
Planted lakes near Vallejo
| Lake | Distance | Plant weeks | Last plant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Chabot | 3 miles | 3 | 2026-03-15 |
| Lake Herman | 6 miles | 2 | 2026-02-15 |
| Hidden Valley Pond | 13 miles | 4 | 2026-03-01 |
| Temescal Lake | 18 miles | 2 | 2026-01-04 |
| North Merced Lake | 29 miles | 5 | 2026-03-29 |
| Ralphine Lake | 33 miles | 5 | 2026-04-05 |
| Shadow Cliff Lake | 38 miles | 5 | 2026-02-15 |
| Horseshoe Lake, Alameda County | 39 miles | 5 | 2026-03-01 |
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule, last 52 weeks.
What you may keep near Vallejo
Near Vallejo, inland rules come from the 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.
Bordering Vallejo on the map
Towns a short drive from Vallejo
- Benicia6 miles
- Martinez11 miles
- Richmond12 miles
- Napa13 miles
County links for Vallejo
- Solano Countyseat: Fairfield
Species anglers find at Vallejo
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Asked often around Vallejo
Where does the nearest CDFW lake to Vallejo lie?
Lake Chabot, 3 miles northeast.
How far is the nearest launch from Vallejo?
Try Vallejo Municipal Marina, about under a mile off.
Can I fish a pier without a license near Vallejo?
Vallejo Waterfront (Independence Park), under a mile, license not needed.
Who sells tackle in Vallejo?
Try Papa Sherm Bait & Tackle.
Which guides work out of Vallejo?
None based in Vallejo.
Which county page goes with Vallejo?
Solano County holds it.
Which MPAs are near Vallejo?
CDFW maps 3, the closest Fagan Marsh SMP.
Which stream page is nearest Vallejo?
Try Suisun Slough (12 miles).
Which license do visitors to Vallejo buy?
From 16: $21.09 for one day, $32.4 for two.
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