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Special water

Bear River (Humboldt Co.) downstream from County Road Bridge at Capetown, excluding tributaries

Stream / river · Humboldt Co.

Sport Fishing District: North Coast

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 fourth Saturday in May through March 31. Artificial lures with barbless hooks only.

What 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 North Coast

District defaults for bass, catfish, and other species that are not covered by this special-water listing.

View North Coast species