FISHING
Fishing
Lake Hemet is a fantastic location for fishing! The lake boasts healthy populations of Bass, Crappie, Blue Gill and Catfish and we privately stock both Rainbow and Lightning Trout from November to April each year. Our Marina Store and our front Market both carry a wide variety of bait and tackle, and our knowledgeable staff can direct you to the best spots to fish from.
upcoming trout PLANTS
March 2024 - TROUT STOCK - 4,000lbs from Mt Lassen
April 2024 - TROUT STOCK - 3,500lbs rainbow + 500lbs lightning trout from Mt Lassen
Day use is open daily from 7am to 5pm for $25 per vehicle or $150 for an annual pass. Shoreline fishing is open every day of the week from 7am to 5pm. Our Marina is closed Tuesday and Wednesday of each week for rentals and personal launch.
Come on out and catch these trout before the Bald Eagles and pelicans nab them all!
Seasons
November – April: Excellent trout fishing; some bass
March – May: Good bass, catfish, trout at their best
June – August: Bass and catfish are at their best; trout are good
September – October: Bass is good until about mid-October, trout fishing improves with cooler temperatures but still deep
Night Fishing
Lake Hemet allows night fishing along the shoreline until 10:00pm only for overnight camping guests. All boats must be off the water by the time the marina closes each day.
Fishing Regulations & Limits
5 Trout (combined total of lightning & rainbow)
5 Bass (12″ minimum)
10 Catfish
25 Bluegill
We sell fishing licenses. 2023 Fees: Daily $19.18, 2 Day $29.42, Annual $58.58
Licenses required for ages 16 and above. No license required for ages 15 and under. Click here for more fishing regulation information.
Please Note: Fishing is not allowed near the dam, and boats are not allowed within 100 feet of the dam or spillway. There is no access to the dam by foot or car.
REGULATIONS
Guests must only fish with as many rods as is indicated on their CA fishing license.
Bow fishing is NOT PERMITTED at Lake Hemet during any season.
FISHING LICENSES
Lake Hemet offers fishing licenses at our retail store. Other than your license, fishing is free at Lake Hemet with no fishing permit fee assessed to each angler.
