Keswick Reservoir - Redding, CA

Keswick Reservoir, Redding, CA, is a premier tailwater fishery directly below Shasta Dam, renowned for large rainbow trout, staging steelhead, and pre-spawning Chinook salmon. Its consistently cold, clear waters, regulated by dam releases, provide optimal conditions. Angling success is maximized by trolling with downriggers for trout/steelhead or back-trolling plugs/roe for salmon. Fly fishing is also effective in shallower sections. Anglers must consult real-time dam release data, as flows dictate conditions. Access is excellent, with multiple boat launches and shore access. Adherence to complex CDFW regulations for migratory species is mandatory for sustainable practice.