The Sacramento between Shasta Lake and Red Bluff isn’t just good; it’s exceptional. It offers year- round opportunity, peak fishing conditions in spring and summer and a combination of numbers and quality that rivals some of the most celebrated trout waters...
"Monarch recovery starts with restoring habitat, expanding native plants and aligning science with on-the-ground action across agencies and partners. This roadmap gives 13 state and federal entities — and the public — a shared path forward to help these iconic pollinators...
“We are surprised by the coyote’s origin,” said park service wildlife ecologist Bill Merkle. “Our working assumption was that the coyote made the swim from San Francisco because it is a significantly shorter distance. We couldn’t help being impressed by his...
CDFW is also making it easier than ever to find the perfect spot to cast your line. The California Inland Recreational Angler Survey’s (CIRAS) helps anglers plan their next fishing trip driven by data submitted by fellow anglers. Data submitted by anglers can...
Pop-up gear was previously authorized for use in Fishing Zones 4 and 5 on April 3, 2026. Pop-up fishing gear uses buoys and lines attached to traps, just like traditional crab traps, however the buoys and lines remain coiled on the seafloor with the traps. When a commercial fisherman is ready to retrieve their gear, a remote signal...
"Both individuals were cited for fishing without a license and exceeding the legal bag limit. All crabs were seized and returned alive to the ocean. This case highlights how quickly overharvest can occur in intertidal areas and the lengths individuals may...
