Special water
Arroyo Seco River (Monterey Co.)
Stream / river · Monterey Co.
Sport Fishing District: South Central
These rules are for trout, steelhead, and salmon on this water — they override the district defaults. For bass and other species, use the district list below. Always double-check current CDFW notices before you go.
When you can fish & gear rules
The main stem Arroyo Seco and tributaries below the waterfall located approximately 3.5 miles upstream from the U.S. Forest Service Ranger Station. December 1 through March 7, but only on Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday, legal holidays and opening and closing days. Barbless hooks only.
Low water can close this river
From Sept 1 through April 30, fishing on listed reaches can be closed when the river is too low. CDFW updates open/closed status several times a week — check before you leave.
Check today’s low-flow statusWhat you can keep
2 hatchery trout or hatchery steelhead (clipped adipose fin)*. 4 hatchery trout or hatchery steelhead (clipped adipose fin)* in possession.
Other species in South Central
District defaults for bass, catfish, and other species that are not covered by this special-water listing.
View South Central species