Chico is the gateway to the flyfishing waters of the Feather River drainage, and the small streams and lakes of the Lassen and Plumas National Forests. Chico is also a good stop over or departure point on the way to the blue ribbon trout streams of Northern California such as the Lower and Upper Sac Rivers, the Pit River, Hat and Fall Rivers, the McCloud River, the Trinity River, and many more quality flyfishing destinations. Come visit us at our new store before you head out fishing. Chico store is located at 167 East Third St, in downtown Chico. Open 7 days.
Fishing is poor to fair.
Indicator nymphing with caddis pupa and BWO nymphs is producing the most fish. Fish a caddis adult with a pupa dropper. Swinging traditional steelhead flies, salmon sac-fry, and woolly buggers is picking up a few large adult steelhead. Moderate to heavy fishing pressure. Fishing is fair.