There is nothing better than sneaking in a little fishing close to home- This page is dedicated to fishing local- really local. Literally right in your own backyard. We are seeking to create a resource of local fisheries in Lodi and Stockton where youth (and adults) can grab a rod and fish within minutes of leaving the house. Look for an upcoming contest that involves fishing your hometown- Great prizes for young fisherman and women!

Blue gill, Crappie and Bass reside in the lake during summer. Walk along the banks and you can see school of blue gills. They hit just about anything you throw that attracts their attention. Look for debris gathering and cast near it. The dock area hold good sized bass in the summer. If you have a kayak, check out around the entrance to the lake near the boat launch.





Take a picture of yourself at 5 different locations within Stockton or Lodi city boundary with a fish you caught in each place. Post the picture on the DFF Facebook page with the hashtag #DFFLegendary with the place you caught it (#DFFLegendaryLodiLake, DFFLegendaryMickeGrove, etc.) . Once you have submitted 5 pictures from 5 different locations, you will receive a DFF Legendary Local Angler prize and be listed on this webpage as a legendary angler!
Go fishing with a friend and take and tag a picture of you both with some fish. 5 pics at 5 places of you together and you will both receive a copy of the Curtis Creek Manifesto. Use the same hashtag! #DFFLegendary with your location.
All Legendary Local Angler award recipients will be entered in the drawing for a rod, reel and line set up! Drawing will be held at our annual BBQ!