Thermalito Outlet

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Where Thermalito Afterbay releases meet the Feather River below Oroville. Moving water and current seams shape fishing conditions; releases can change quickly.

Conditions

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Blue Winged Olive #18–22

Midges #20–26

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Fish activity · 90 days

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The Feather River corridor supports resident ducks and seasonal fish movement. Check current fishing seasons before targeting salmon or steelhead.

Mallard

Wood Duck

Canada / Cackling Goose

Target

Steelhead

King salmon

Striped bass

Regulations ›

Check current CDFW Feather River regulations, salmon closures and restrictions around outlet structures.

CDFW Freshwater sport fishing regulations

Pro tip

Work accessible current seams with a small spoon or drifting presentation when regulations allow. Stay well away from the outlet structures and fast water.

Maps & area info

Google MapsMap, satellite view and directions to Thermalito Outlet, Butte County, California onX HuntPrivate and public land boundaries — open the map and search "Thermalito Outlet"CDFW Lands ViewerInteractive map of state wildlife areas, ecological reserves and boat ramps Region 2 hunting mapsOfficial unit, blind and check-station maps for this part of the state CDFW hunting mapsStatewide map library for deer, waterfowl and public hunting grounds Recreation.govLaunches, campgrounds and day-use permits near this water CalTopoFree map viewer built on government layers — search the area name

Public access & contacts

Oroville Wildlife Area

Feather River and Thermalito Afterbay outlet access; check current closures and posted restrictions.

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CDFW North Central Region

Sacramento Valley & Sierra fishing/hunting questions

(916) 358-2900 Website

Boat launch finder

California State Parks Division of Boating & Waterways

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