Pittsburg Fishing Reports (May 2026)

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Pittsburg

James Powers
Richmond, California
Reported: 6 days ago

We're catching halibut in San Francisco bay right now. The water temperature is rising and so is the bite.

James Powers Richmond, California Reported: 6 days ago

We're catching halibut in San Francisco bay right now. The water temperature is rising and so is the bite.

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Mark Pinto
Stockton, California
Reported: 3 years ago

I hope all is well and you are enjoying the Season! Growing up in the Valley and it's summer heat, I find the older I get the more I enjoy the colder months, you can always dress for the cold but when it's super hot it's just that...

Mark Pinto Stockton, California Reported: 3 years ago

Rainbow Trout Fishing in Stockton, California

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Mark Pinto
Stockton, California
Reported: 3 years ago

Mark Pinto Stockton, California Reported: 3 years ago

Putah Creek is somewhere I have a long history with, one of the original "Home Waters" I have been guiding since 1984 along with the Stanislaus, Calaveras and Mokelumne rivers.
When asked about my favorite places to fish or guide, I always share the fact that Putah is perhaps the most exciting still because at certain times of the year, you never know what you may hook into! I can't tell you how many clients have caught or hooked fish that would be considered the fish of a lifetime....

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Mark Pinto
Stockton, California
Reported: 3 years ago

A few things make it special also would be small flies, (Tiny actually), light tippets and super smart fish, one of the best places to hone nymphing skills that will serve you well anywhere in the world! I learned my techniques there, along with the other waters mentioned, and developed...

Mark Pinto Stockton, California Reported: 3 years ago

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Mark Pinto
Stockton, California
Reported: 3 years ago

The Delta is still hanging in there with water temps. and clarity totally fine, for those of you you may have trouble wading, a day on the Delta is always fun with the Waterfowl migration in full swing along with daily sightings of Osprey, Otters and the occasional Mink....

Mark Pinto Stockton, California Reported: 3 years ago

Striped Bass Fishing in Stockton, California

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★★★★★
Craig was excellent. He was very thorough in his communications with well timed phone calls to prepare in advance and out on the water he worked super hard to make sure each member of our party got on a fish. His deck hand Jake did a great job as well. Thank you Craig and Jake
Cameron G. | April 3, 2026

Trip: San Francisco Bay Premier Trip
★★★★★
Fishing with Bill was a great time. I recommend going with him to have a wonderful day!!!
Daniel D. | June 27, 2025

Trip: Striped Bass And Halibut Roundup