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Delta Fishing Regulations 2026
Delta fishing regulations in 2026: top targets are striped bass, largemouth bass. 44 current rules across 6 species from CDFW.
Rules (44)
CDFW regulates 44 rules across 6 species at this water.
Striped Bass
All Ocean Waters
- Daily bag
- 2 fish
- Gear
- Bow And Arrow Fishing Tackle
No striped bass may be taken while using a sinker weighing over four pounds, or while using any power driven gurdy or winch. Striped bass may only be taken by angling as defined in Section 1.05, Title 14, CCR, spearfishing pursuant to Section 1.76, and bow and arrow fishing tackle; snagging is an illegal method of take.
American River Upstream Of Howe Ave. BridgeClosed
- Status
- Prohibited
no spearfishing permitted from May 1 through September 15
Black Butte LakeIn season
- Season opens
- May 1
- Season closes
- Sep 15
- Gear
- No Spearfishing
from May 1 through September 15 no spearfishing is permit[ted]
Black Butte Lake (Tehama County)Open
- Status
- Permitted
- Season opens
- May 1
- Season closes
- Sep 15
- Gear
- Spearfishing
spearfishing is permitted from May 1 through September 15
Butte CreekClosed
- Status
- Prohibited
no spearfishing permitted from May 1 through September 15
Feather River Below Oroville DamClosed
- Status
- Prohibited
no spearfishing permitted from May 1 through September 15
Merced River Upstream Of N. Santa Fe Drive (J7) BridgeClosed
- Status
- Prohibited
no spearfishing permitted from May 1 through September 15
Mokelumne River Upstream Of Elliot Road BridgeClosed
- Status
- Prohibited
no spearfishing permitted from May 1 through September 15
San Joaquin River Upstream Of State Route 99 BridgeClosed
- Status
- Prohibited
no spearfishing permitted from May 1 through September 15
Stanislaus River Upstream Of S. Santa Fe Road (J7) BridgeClosed
- Status
- Prohibited
no spearfishing permitted from May 1 through September 15
Tuolumne River Upstream Of The Geer Road (J14) BridgeClosed
- Status
- Prohibited
no spearfishing permitted from May 1 through September 15
Yuba River Upstream Of Simpson Lane BridgeClosed
- Status
- Prohibited
no spearfishing permitted from May 1 through September 15
California statewideOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 2 fish/day
- Min size
- 18"
All Species
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta
- Gear
- Multiple Hooks
No person shall use any multiple hook with a gap greater than 3/4 inch.
Sacramento River And Northern DeltaOpen
- Status
- Permitted
Safe Eating Guidelines
Black Bass
Largemouth Bass
Catfish
Bullheads
FAQ
Who regulates fishing on Delta?
CDFW regulates fishing on Delta.
What species can I target on Delta?
Delta is best known for striped bass, largemouth bass. Other species are present and tracked in the rule tables below.
Where should I verify these rules?
These rules summarize CDFW's published content. Always confirm with the official source before keeping a catch.
Reference only. Regulations change mid-season. Always verify with the official source before keeping a catch.