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 fair to good.
Fishing is best in low light conditions in water that has not already been fished through. Indicator nymphing with mayfly and attractor nymphs or caddis pupa is productive. Try using leeches, wooly buggers, steelhead flies, or salmon sac-fry. Fish smaller brightly dressed flies in low and clear water. Clear, high 40s F, low flow.