Cancelled Due to Post Fire in the area
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Cancelled Due to Post Fire in the area ⚠️
Join the Fisheries Resource Volunteer Corps (FRVC) for a stream patrol on Piru Creek! This scenic creek is home to a population of wild rainbow trout and is a popular spot for fishing, camping, and hiking.
Physical Difficulty: Moderate - Must be able to hike 2 to 4 miles on trail with rocky terrain. The trail may be steep in places and can be slippery when wet. Some stream crossings may be required.
The FRVC locker is located behind the Oak Flat Fire Station which is located at 38001 Golden State Hwy, Castaic, CA 91384, adjacent to the Oak Flat Campground, 3 miles south of Pyramid Lake. From Los Angeles, drive through Santa Clarita past Castaic and exit at Templin Highway. Turn left under the freeway until you come to a "T" in the road. Turn right at the "T" onto Golden State Hwy. Continue on Golden State Hwy 3 miles to the Oak Flat Station sign. Turn left at the sign and travel 1/4 mile to the Fire Station which is on the left. Park in the outer lot, as the parking next to the Fire Station is for Staff. The FRVC Locker is located at the rear of the fire station on the left side of the building.
Patrol Access Points & Boundaries: Return to Golden State Hwy and turn left. Travel 2 miles up the road to Frenchman's Flat to the parking area at the locked gate. Piru Creek is a short walk, just west of the parking area. The patrol starts at Frenchman's Flat upstream 1/4 mile to the old Highway 99 Bridge and continues 2 miles into the wild trout stream section that begins about 1/2 mile above the bridge
Angler Survey Box & Fishing Regulations: There is one angler survey right past the first bridge. There are wild trout in a section of this patrol. There are special regulations on the section above the waterfall, catch and release only with zero limit using only barbless hooks, and no bait.
Please note that the patrol is subject to changes due to unforeseen circumstances, please always contact the patrol leader before attending.
