Humboldt County · stream · order 4 river · ~39 cfs typical
South Fork Bear River
South Fork Bear River is a stream in Humboldt 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
66°
52°
8 mph
3%
Sat
Drizzle
64°
54°
13 mph
9%
Sun
Overcast
68°
53°
12 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
- West Side Creek1.3 mi
- Hollister Creek1.9 mi
- Antone Creek2.4 mi
- Kinman Pond3.0 mi
- Peaked Creek2.9 mi
- Joel Flat4.6 mi
- East Branch North Fork Mattole River5.2 mi
- Sweet Creek5.4 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.
South Fork Bear River fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish South Fork Bear River?+
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 South Fork Bear River?+
South Fork Bear River is a stream in Humboldt County, California. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.