California Department of Fish and Game plants rainbow trout twice per month spring through fall from confluence downstream along Seven Oaks Rd. SF from junction with main Santa Ana River upstream from highway through cabin area. Remote mountain streams, some pools; pine forests in gentle terrain, snow in winter. Directions: From Redlands, on Hwy I-10; take Hwy 38, go 28 miles (over scenic, winding mountain road) to confluence of the streams, (3.9 miles past Barton Flats).
Santa Ana River - South Fork is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.
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