Rock Creek - Section 1 - Toms Place, CA

Rock Creek - Section 1, proximate to Toms Place, California, is a highly regarded and accessible freestone trout fishery. This segment, characterized by a classic fluvial morphology of riffles, runs, and pools, sustains robust populations of stocked Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), regularly augmented by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), and a significant, naturally reproducing population of wild Brown Trout (Salmo trutta).

Angling methodologies are comprehensive. Conventional bait presentations (e.g., PowerBait, worms) and spin casting with diminutive artificial lures (e.g., spinners, spoons) are consistently efficacious for stocked trout. Fly fishing is also highly productive, with nymphing (e.g., caddis, mayfly, stonefly patterns) proving effective subsurface. Opportunistic dry fly presentations during entomological hatches demand precise, drag-free drifts. Optimal fishing periods span from the late April general trout opener through mid-November. Water levels are typically stable, influenced by upstream impoundments. Its immediate proximity to Rock Creek Road and extensive roadside access render it a highly convenient and productive destination for diverse angling preferences, forming a cornerstone of the Eastern Sierra angling landscape. Anglers are unequivocally mandated to consult current CDFW regulations for specific bag limits and any area-specific provisions.