Hat Creek - CA
Creek Information
| Fish Species: | Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout |
Hat Creek, CA, is a revered, diverse trout stream, featuring distinct upper freestone sections and a renowned spring-fed "Wild Trout Section" below Powerhouse #2. It supports wild rainbow and brown trout, demanding technical fly-fishing skills. The Wild Trout Section maintains consistent cold water (50-54°F) and excellent clarity, fostering prolific hatches of midges and mayflies. Angling success hinges on precise dry fly presentations and technical nymphing with light tippets. Regulations often mandate fly fishing only, single barbless hooks, and catch-and-release. Its challenging nature and exceptional trout make it a premier destination for advanced fly anglers.
Latest Fish Reports
| Date | Report | Author |
| 7-15-2026 | Main hatches are caddis, Yellow Sallies, and the Tricos are starting up Fishing conditions: Fair to Good Report: Main hatches are caddis,... more » |
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| 6-30-2026 | Fair to good fishing Fishing conditions: Fair to Good Report: Main hatches are caddis, Yellow... more » |
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| 6-16-2026 | Big bugs should get eats! Fishing conditions: Good Report: Goldens and Yellow Sallies are the ticket... more » |
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| 6-9-2026 | Good Fishing Conditions Fishing conditions: Good Report: Goldens and Yellow Sallies are the ticket... more » |
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| 6-2-2026 | Mornings are fishing well! Fishing conditions: Good Report: The salmonfly hatch is mostly over and... more » |
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