Monterey County · stream · order 5 river · ~6 cfs typical · seasonal
Nelson Creek
Nelson Creek is a stream in Monterey 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
Clear
100°
68°
14 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
101°
68°
13 mph
0%
Sun
Clear
105°
75°
14 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
- Wayland Creek0.0 mi
- Alum Creek5.0 mi
- Sulphur Creek6.1 mi
- Merrill Pools7.6 mi
- Catfish Lake8.9 mi
- Middle Fork10.9 mi
- Charley Creek10.5 mi
- Monroe Lake11.5 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.
Nelson Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Nelson 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 Nelson Creek?+
Nelson Creek is a stream in Monterey County, California. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.