CRESTLINE FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Trout at Dawn: Lake Gregory’s Stocked Shores in Crestline
A focused guide to day angling at Lake Gregory — seasonally stocked with rainbow trout and supported by a county fishing fee that helps fund restocking.
Trout at Dawn: Lake Gregory’s Stocked Shores in Crestline.
Lake Gregory in Crestline is regarded as one of Southern California’s top trout lakes. The water is stocked with rainbow trout in the spring and fall, and anglers can fish from sunrise to sunset; local regulations and a county-mandated fishing fee help keep the fishery healthy for future seasons.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Seasonal Rainbow Trout Stocking
Lake Gregory is stocked with rainbow trout in the spring and fall, a schedule that makes it a reliable destination for anglers seeking trout in Southern California.
A County Fee That Sustains Stocking
San Bernardino County requires a flat $15/day fishing fee at regional parks; proceeds are used to help pay for the cost of stocking Lake Gregory.
Simple Leave‑No‑Trace Measures
Anglers are expected to discard trash in designated bins, and the park provides dedicated fishing line receptacles along trails to reduce hazards to wildlife.
What the day feels like
What a Day Here Feels Like
A day at Lake Gregory is straightforward and focused: anglers arrive for a single day of fishing, cast for stocked rainbow trout, and spend the hours between sunrise and sunset immersed in the lakeside setting while following county and state regulations.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and what to keep in mind.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
A valid state fishing license is required to fish at Lake Gregory; you must also observe all state and county rules and laws.
Bring your fishing license and personal tackle; be prepared to pack out or deposit trash in park bins and to use fishing line receptacles provided along trails.
Use designated trash bins and the lake’s fishing line receptacles to minimize hazards to wildlife and help maintain the fishery that the county fee supports.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How much is the county fishing fee?
San Bernardino County mandates a flat $15 per day fishing fee for regional parks, which applies to fishing at Lake Gregory.
How long is the county fishing fee valid?
The county fishing fee is good for one day of fishing at Lake Gregory, covering fishing from sunrise to sunset.
Do I need a state fishing license?
Yes. Anglers must carry a valid state fishing license and comply with state and county rules and laws to fish at Lake Gregory.
When is Lake Gregory stocked with trout?
Lake Gregory is stocked with rainbow trout in the spring and again in the fall.
What should I do with fishing line and trash?
Dispose of trash in designated park bins and use the fishing line receptacles provided along the park’s trails to reduce hazards to wildlife.
Why is the county fee collected?
The fee helps pay for the cost to stock Lake Gregory with trout and supports maintenance of the fishing resource.