Ventura County · stream · order 6 river · ~78 cfs typical
Matilija Creek
Matilija Creek is a stream in Ventura County, California. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from California's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
89°
62°
10 mph
0%
Fri
Clear
97°
60°
9 mph
0%
Sat
Mostly clear
97°
61°
8 mph
0%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- North Fork Matilija Creek0.1 mi
- Matilija Lake0.5 mi
- Bear Creek2.5 mi
- Cannon Creek2.8 mi
- West Fork Santa Ana Creek3.4 mi
- North Fork Santa Ana Creek3.4 mi
- Stewart Canyon Debris Basin3.4 mi
- Mirror Lake4.3 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official CA regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Matilija Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Matilija Creek?+
Yes — California requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Matilija Creek?+
Matilija Creek is a stream in Ventura County, California. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.