Parks

Catfish Derby at Mojave Narrows
2023-08-28 07:30 - 14:00, 2023-08-29 07:30 - 14:00, 2023-08-30 07:30 - 14:00, 2023-08-31 07:30 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Mojave Narrows, 18000 Yates Road, Victorville, CA, 92392, United States
The catfish derby is a skilled event that runs August 1, 2023 thru August 31, 2023 at Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park, Glen Helen Regional Park and Mojave Narrows Regional Park. The event is a skilled competition open to the general public and anglers of all ages. Derby entry is $5 and does not include the park entrance and park fishing fees. Gates open at 7:30 a.m. and the derby hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. State and County fishing regulations apply (except second pole stamp). Visit our fishing derby webpage or ask a park staff person for entry forms, rules & regulations and prize details.

Derby Entry Form
Derby Rules & Regs
Derby Prizes

Catfish Derby at Guasti
2023-08-29 07:30 - 14:00, 2023-08-30 07:30 - 14:00, 2023-08-31 07:30 - 14:00 | Cucamonga-Guasti, 800 N. Archibald Avenue, Ontario, CA, 91764, United States

Catfish Derby at Glen Helen
2023-08-29 07:30 - 14:00, 2023-08-30 07:30 - 14:00, 2023-08-31 07:30 - 14:00 | Glen Helen Regional Park, 2555 Glen Helen Parkway, San Bernardino, CA, 92407, United States

Trout Derby at Cucmamonga-Guasti
2024-03-01 07:30 - 2024-03-31 14:00 | Cucamonga-Guasti, 800 N. Archibald Avenue, Ontario, CA, 91764, United States
San Bernardino County Regional Parks offers month-long fishing derbies twice a year at Cucamonga-Guasti, Glen Helen and Mojave Narrows Regional Parks. This event is a skilled competition open to the general public and anglers of all ages. Enter daily for a chance to win cash prizes. A vehicle day-pass, Fishing license, day fishing permit and derby entry permit are required.

The trout derby is a skilled event that runs March 1, 2024 through March 31, 2024 at Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park, Glen Helen Regional Park and Mojave Narrows Regional Park.

This event is a skilled competition open to the general public and anglers of all ages. A vehicle day-pass, Day Fishing Permit and Derby Entry Permit are required.

Derby Entry Permit must be purchased upon arrival and prior to the start of fishing. No exceptions.

Park gates open at 7:30 a.m. Derby hours are 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Derby Entry: $5 (plus park fishing permit & park entrance fee, paid at the gate)

Park fishing permits are available at the park entrance gate

Monday-Wednesday Daily Fishing Permit: $10.00/person, all ages.

Thursday – Sunday Daily Fishing Permit: $12.00/person, all ages.

Park Entrance Fee (per vehicle)

Monday-Friday: $8

Saturday & Sunday: $10

Visit parks.sbcounty.gov/fishing-derby for derby entry form, rules and prize information.

Trout Derby at Glen Helen
2024-03-01 07:30 - 2024-03-31 14:00 | Glen Helen Regional Park, 2555 Glen Helen Parkway, San Bernardino, CA, 92407, United States

Trout Derby at Mojave Narrows
2024-03-01 07:30 - 2024-03-31 14:00 | Mojave Narrows, 18000 Yates Road, Victorville, CA, 92392, United States

Yucaipa Youth Trout Derby
2025-02-22 08:30 - 11:00 | Yucaipa Regional Park, 33900 Oak Glen Road, Yucaipa, CA, 92399, United States
Join Regional Parks, the Yucaipa Valley Lions Club & the California Fish & Wildlife for our youth derby for kids ages 4-15. Poles and bait will be provided. Volunteers will be onsite to assist youth. All youth must be accompanied by an adult or guardian. The lake will be stocked with trout by the California Fish & Wildlife. Prizes will be awarded at 11 a.m. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. Entry fee is $10 per vehicle.
WHAT TO BRING

Sunscreen
Snacks
A hat
Personal fishing poles (if you have them)
Comfortable shoes (waterproof or water resistant would be best)
Reusable water bottle
If 16 years old, a state fishing license will need to purchased beforehand (15 and under do not need a state fishing license)

PRE-REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
Thank you for your interest, but we have reached capacity for this event.

Trout Derby at Mojave Narrows
2025-03-08 07:30 - 13:00 | Mojave Narrows, 18000 Yates Road, Victorville, CA, 92392, United States
Regional Parks is excited to welcome back the one-day trout derby with our second event scheduled on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mojave Narrows Regional Park. Gates open at 6:30 a.m. and pre-paid derby fees are encouraged. Derby fees are $20 per person and $10 per vehicle. A fishing license is required for all participants ages 16 years and older.
Participants will receive a wristband and packet with derby entry forms and rules. The derby is rain or shine and no refunds will be given.
Regional Parks will have a weigh-in station available and encourages participants to allow plenty of time to weigh and enter their fish prior to the 1 p.m. cutoff time.
Derby cash prizes will be awarded for:

First place: $1,000
Second place: $500
Third place: $250

Winners do not need to be present to claim their prize(s). Winners do not need to be present to claim their prize(s). Winners will be announced at approximately 1:15 p.m. at the Regional Parks weigh-in station area.
To pre-pay, scan the QR code on the flier or visit the reservation website.
Mojave Narrows Regional Park is located at 18000 Yates Rd. in Victorville. Park hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and is closed on Christmas Day.
Trout is stocked weekly on Thursdays with 747 pounds of trout. For the derby, 1,315 lbs. of trout, including lightning trout, will be stocked on Friday, March 7. The lakes will be closed to public fishing on Friday, March 7 and will reopen to the public after the derby ends.
For stocking dates, fishing license information, visit Regional Parks website.

Prado Trout Derby
2026-01-10 06:30 - 13:00 | Prado Regional Park, 16700 S. Euclid Avenue, Chino, CA, 91708, United States
Regional Parks is excited to welcome back the one-day trout derby at Prado Regional Park on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Gates open at 6:30 a.m. and pre-paid derby fees are encouraged. Derby fees are $20 per person and $15 per vehicle. A fishing license is required for all participants ages 16 years and older.
To pre-pay, visit https://bit.ly/3XgaY7Q.
PRADO LAKE CLOSURE FOR DERBY STOCKING
For the derby, 1,660 lbs. of trout, including lightning trout, will be stocked on Friday, Jan. 9. Due to the derby stocking, the lakes will be closed to the public for fishing on Friday, Jan. 9, and will reopen to the public after the derby ends at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 10.
Derby cash prizes will be awarded for:
• First place: $1,000
• Second place: $500
• Third place: $250
Participants will receive a wristband and packet with derby entry forms and rules. The derby is rain or shine, and no refunds will be given.
Regional Parks will have a weigh-in station available and encourages participants to allow plenty of time to weigh and enter their fish prior to the 1 p.m. cut-off time. Winners do not need to be present to claim their prize(s). Winners will be announced at approximately 1:15 p.m. at the Regional Parks weigh-in station area.
Park hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and is closed on Christmas Day. All prepaid participants will enter the park from Johnson and Pine Avenues just east of Euclid Avenue. The Johnson entrance is near the Prado Park Equestrian Center.
For seasonal stocking dates and fishing license information, visit parks.sbcounty.gov/park-fishing. For derby forms and rules, visit parks.sbcounty.gov/fishing-derby.

REGISTRATION CLOSED! Youth Trout Derby at Yucaipa
2026-02-21 08:00 - 11:00 | Yucaipa Regional Park, 33900 Oak Glen Road, Yucaipa, CA, 92399, United States
EVENT UPDATE: Due to an overwhelming response, we have met capacity and registration is now closed. We will be hosting another trout derby for all ages on March 7, at Mojave Narrows Regional Park. We will post the details soon! Thank you and hope to see you at the Parks!
Join Regional Parks, the Yucaipa Valley Lions Club & the California Fish & Wildlife for our youth derby for kids ages 4-15. Poles and bait will be available. Volunteers will be on-site to assist youth. All youth must be accompanied by an adult or guardian.

Check-in begins at 8 a.m.
Prizes will be awarded at 11 a.m.
Entry fee is $15 per vehicle (up to 6 youth per vehicle).

WHAT TO BRING

Sunscreen
Snacks
A hat
Chairs for seating.
Fishing poles will be available; however, we strongly recommend bringing your own, as supplies are limited.
Comfortable shoes (waterproof or water resistant would be best).
Reusable water bottle.
A bag for any caught fish.
Food and drinks will be available for purchase during the event.

Trout Derby at Mojave Narrows
2026-03-07 07:30 - 13:00 | Mojave Narrows, 18000 Yates Road, Victorville, CA, 92392, United States
Join Regional Parks on Saturday, March 7, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for our annual trout derby at Mojave Narrows Regional Park. Gates open at 6:30 a.m. and pre-paid derby fees are encouraged. Derby fees are $20 per person and $15 per vehicle. A fishing license is required for all participants ages 16 years and older.
Participants will receive a wristband and packet with derby entry forms and rules. The derby is rain or shine, and no refunds will be given.
Regional Parks will have a weigh-in station available and encourage participants to allow plenty of time to weigh and enter their fish prior to the 1 p.m. cutoff time.
Derby cash prizes will be awarded for:

First place: $1,000
Second place: $500
Third place: $250

Winners do not need to be present to claim their prize(s). Winners will be announced at approximately 1:15 p.m. at the Regional Parks weigh-in station area.
REGISTRATION
To pre-pay vehicle and derby fees, visit the reservation website.
Trout is stocked weekly on Thursdays with 830 pounds of trout. For the derby, 1,660 lbs. of trout, including lightning trout, will be stocked on Friday, March 6. The lakes will be closed to public fishing on Friday, March 6, and will reopen to the public after the derby ends.
TRAFFIC LANE CLOSURE
To help mitigate the flow of traffic into the park, the left-hand lane at the intersection of Yates and Park roads to enter the park traveling eastbound will be closed. Access into the park will be from the westbound direction only allowing a right-turn into the park. Lane closure signs will be posted along the road. Please allow time to enter the park for the derby.
For seasonal stocking dates and fishing license information, visit parks.sbcounty.gov/park-fishing. For derby forms, park map and rules, visit parks.sbcounty,gov/fishing-derby.
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Registration Closed: Fishing with Supervisor Baca, Jr. at Glen Helen
2026-03-28 08:00 - 13:00 | Glen Helen Regional Park, 2555 Glen Helen Parkway, San Bernardino, CA, 92407, United States
EVENT UPDATE: We have reached capacity on registrations. Thank you for your interest. We hope to see you next year!

Regional Parks along with Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr. invites youth ages 7-16 the opportunity to connect with nature and learn how to fish on Saturday, March 28, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Glen Helen Regional Park. Space is limited and early registration is encouraged.

REGISTER CLOSED

The annual event has grown in participation and impact each year, offering children hands-on fishing experiences — from identifying different fish species and selecting bait, to casting lines and learning how to clean and prepare their catch.

Check-in begins at 8 a.m. Vendors will be on-site and free popcorn will be available while supplies last. Every participant will receive a free t-shirt. Please provide shirt size(s) when registering.

The event will also provide free continental breakfast and lunch for participants and their parents or guardians. Fishing supplies will be provided and volunteers will be available to guide participants.

The event is sponsored by Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr., and the San Bernardino County Regional Parks, Children and Family Services and Probation departments.

Trout Derby at Lake Gregory
2026-04-18 07:00 - 13:30 | Lake Gregory Regional Park, 24171 Lake Drive, Crestline, CA, 92325, United States
Experience a day on the lake with a high-energy day of fishing, fresh mountain air and friendly competition on the water as The Lake Gregory Company hosts its second annual trout derby on Saturday, April 18, from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with first, second and third place prizes of $1,000, $500 and $250 for top winners of all ages.
For the derby, the lake will be stocked with 1,700 pounds of trout, including rainbow trout, lightning trout, plus 300 pounds of trophy-size fish.
This community event is open to all ages and a state fishing license is required for ages over 16. The derby will be held rain or shine and no refund will be issued.
Register for the derby online at lakegregory.com/fishing before 9 p.m. on Friday, April 17. The entry fee is $39.10 per person.
Is there a special prize category for kids?
YES, a special Kids’ Division with prizes for participants ages 15 and under will be offered for this group. To qualify for this category, anglers must be 15 years old or younger on the day of the event and hold a valid derby ticket.
The winner in this division will be determined by the longest trout caught within the age group during official derby hours.

Kids Category Prizes (Ages 15 and under):
1st Place:Bait & Tackle Gift Card, Rod & Reel + Tackle Box Combo & 4 Beach All Access Passes
2nd Place: Bait & Tackle Gift Card & Rod & Reel + Tackle Box Combo
3rd Place: Bait & Tackle Merch & Tackle Box

Derby Schedule

5:30 a.m.:Check-in will take place at one of the designated check-in stations (detailed instructions will be provided at a later date).
7 a.m.:Fishing begins with a “shotgun start” signaled by the patrol boat’s horn, initiated by the rangers.
1 p.m.:Fishing cut-off time for all anglers.
1-1:30 p.m.:Final fish measurements at Bait & Tackle Measuring Station located at 24560 San Moritz Drive, Crestline, CA 92325.
To enter the derby at the measurement station, participants aged 16 and older must present proof of ticket purchase, a valid fishing license, and photo ID. Please allow extra time for completing derby forms and measuring of fish.
All measuring and forms must be submitted by 1:30 p.m. to be eligible for prizes
1:30pm:Derby prize drawing, announcement of winners and prize distribution at Bait & Tackle located at 24560 San Moritz Drive, Crestline, CA 92325
Participants must be present to receive a prize
Confirm your email address listed is correct to receive more details closer to the event date!

For more information on the derby rules, use of float tubes, boat rentals and boat launch passes, parking, FAQs and prizes, visit lakegregory.com/fishing.
The recreation Company is a concessionaire of Lake Gregory Regional Park and is managed by the Regional Parks department.
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