New River

Running through California, United States, New River is the kind of river that fishes well at the right water level. Drop a lure or fly into the bubble line at the head of a pool and let the current swing it past holding fish. Long, slow glides at New River hold the bigger fish; the broken water above and below holds the smaller, more aggressive ones. Stay quiet on the bank — river fish are easily spooked.

Location

32.8943, -115.6079 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Flathead catfishLargemouth bassChannel catfishStriped bassCommon carpSmallmouth bass

Fishing Techniques

• For Flathead catfish

  Fish near structure like submerged logs, rock piles, and deep holes, especially during low light conditions, as flatheads are ambush predators.

• For Largemouth bass

  Vary your retrieve speed and lure presentation until you find what the bass are keying on, as their preferences can change daily based on weather and water conditions.

• For Channel catfish

  Fish near structure like submerged trees or rocks, as channel catfish often use these areas for ambush points and shelter.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at New River.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing New River, make sure your licence covers California, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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