San Benito County · stream · order 3 river · ~5 cfs typical · seasonal
Payne Creek
Payne Creek is a stream in San Benito 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
92°
65°
15 mph
0%
Fri
Clear
96°
67°
14 mph
0%
Sat
Clear
98°
66°
12 mph
0%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
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
- Antelope Creek0.0 mi
- Willow Spring Creek1.0 mi
- Boulder Creek3.0 mi
- Las Aguilas Creek4.1 mi
- Salt Creek5.4 mi
- Big Oak Flat6.8 mi
- South Fork Mercey Creek7.9 mi
- Sulphur Creek7.6 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.
Payne Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Payne 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 Payne Creek?+
Payne Creek is a stream in San Benito County, California. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.