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Little Grass Valley Reservoir - CA

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Fish Species: Rainbow Trout, Kokanee Salmon
Little Grass Valley Reservoir, CA, is a diverse multi-species fishery in Plumas County, supporting rainbow and brown trout, kokanee salmon, smallmouth bass, and catfish. While current fishing action is rated 2/5, optimal bite times align with major and minor solunar periods, particularly early morning and evening. Angling strategies include trolling for trout and kokanee, and targeting smallmouth bass around rocky structure with jigs or crankbaits. Environmental factors like wind (7 mph average) and high UV index (11 Extreme) should be considered. With three boat launches and accessible shorelines, this reservoir accommodates diverse angling preferences, necessitating adherence to CDFW regulations for sustainable practice.




Latest Fish Plants

Plant DateSpeciesSource# of Fish
6-02-2026Kokanee SalmonCDFW5000
4-27-2026Rainbow TroutCDFW 
11-03-2025Rainbow TroutCDFW 
5-12-2025Rainbow TroutCDFW 
10-13-2024Rainbow TroutCDFW 


Latest Fish Reports

Date Report Author
7-13-2022 Little Grass Valley Lake Trip
7/5-710 Day temp 75 Water temp high 60’s Water clarity can... more »
RB Bass

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