Welcome to the ultimate Stardew Valley Fish Guide, your one-stop resource for mastering the fishing mechanic in this beloved farming simulation game. Whether you’re aiming to complete the Community Center Bundles, catch every legendary fish, or simply boost your profits, this guide covers every detail you need to know.
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In Stardew Valley, fishing isn’t just a relaxing activity — it’s a crucial part of the game that impacts your progress, relationships, and overall success. We’ve compiled all the essential fish data in detailed tables, including locations, seasons, times, and weather conditions, making it easy for you to find and catch every fish efficiently. With this comprehensive guide, you’ll never miss another catch!
Dive in and become the fishing master of Pelican Town!
Spring Fish
Fish
Location
Time
Weather
Anchovy
Ocean
Any
Any
Smallmouth bass
River (Town) and Forest Pond
Any
Any
Largemouth Bass
Mountain Lake
Any
Any
Catfish
River (Town + Forest)
6am – 12am
Rainy
Sunfish
River (Town + Forest)
6am – 7pm
Sunny and Windy
Herring
Ocean
Any
Any
Eel
Ocean
4pm – 2am
Rainy
Sardine
Ocean
6am – 7pm
Any
Shad
River (Town + Forest)
9am – 2am
Rainy
Flounder
Ocean
6am – 8pm
Any
Hailbut
Ocean
6am – 11am, 7pm – 2am
Any
Chub
Mountain Lake and Cindersap Forest
Any
Any
Summer Fish
Fish
Location
Time
Weather
Pufferfish
Ocean
12pm – 4pm
Sunny
Largemouth Bass
Mountain Lake
Any
Any
Tuna
Ocean
6am – 7pm
Any
Rainbow Trout
River (Town+Forest) & Mountain Lake
6am – 7pm
Sunny
Catfish
River (Town+Forest)
6am – 12am
Rainy
Pike
River (Town+Forest)
6am – 7pm
Any
Sunfish
River (Town+Forest)
6am – 7pm
Sunny/Windy
Red Mullet
Ocean
6am – 7pm
Any
Octopus
Ocean
6am – 1pm
Any
Red Snapper
Ocean
6am – 7pm
Rainy
Super Cucumber
Ocean
6pm – 2am
Any
Sturgeon
Mountain Lake
6am – 7pm
Any
Tilapia
Ocean
6am – 2pm
Any
Dorado
Forest River
6am – 7pm
Any
Flounder
Ocean
6am – 8pm
Any
Shad
River (Town + Forest)
9am – 2am
Rainy
Hailbut
Ocean
6am – 11am, 7pm – 2am
Any
Fall Fish
Fish
Location
Time
Weather
Anchovy
Ocean
Any
Any
Largemouth Bass
Mountain Lake
Any
Any
Sardine
Ocean
6am – 7pm
Any
Smallmouth Bass
River (Town) & Forest Pond
Any
Any
Salmon
River (Town+Forest)
6am – 7pm
Any
Walleye
River (Town+Forest), Mountain Lake & Forest Pond
12pm – 2am
Rainy
Catfish
River (Town+Forest)
6am – 12am
Rainy
Eel
Ocean
4pm – 2am
Rainy
Red Snapper
Ocean
6am – 7pm
Rainy
Sea Cucumber
Ocean
6am – 7pm
Any
Super Cucumber
Ocean
6pm – 2am
Any
Tiger Trout
River (Town+Forest)
6am – 7pm
Any
Tilapia
Ocean
6am – 2pm
Any
Albacore
Ocean
6am – 11am, 6pm – 2am
Any
Midnight Carp
Mountain Lake & Forest Pond
10pm – 2am
Any
Shad
River (Town+Forest)
9am – 2am
Rainy
Winter Fish
Fish
Location
Time
Weather
Tuna
Ocean
6am – 7pm
Any
Largemouth Bass
Mountain Lake
All Seasons
Any
Sardine
Ocean
6am – 7pm
Any
Perch
River (Town+Forest), Mountain Lake & Forest Pond
Any
Any
Pike
River (Town+Forest) & Forest Pond
Any
Any
Red Mullet
Ocean
6am – 7pm
Any
Herring
Ocean
Any
Any
Squid
Ocean
6pm – 2am
Any
Sea Cucumber
Ocean
6am – 7pm
Any
Sturgeon
Mountain Lake
6am – 7pm
Any
Tiger Trout
River (Town + Forest)
6am – 7pm
Any
Albacore
Ocean
6am – 11am, 6pm – 2am
Any
Lingcod
River (Town + Forest) & Mountain Lake
Any
Any
Red Snapper
Ocean
6am – 7pm
Rainy
Hailbut
Ocean
6am – 11am, 7pm – 2am
Any
Midnight Carp
Mountain Lake & Forest Pond
10pm – 2am
Any
Legendary Fish
Fish
Location
Season
Angler
Town
Fall
Crimson fish
Ocean
Summer
Glacierfish
Forest
Winter
Legend
Mountain lake
Spring on Rainy Days
Mutant Carp
Sewers
Any
Legendary Fish – Extended Family Qi’s Challenge
Fish
Location
Son of Crimsonfish
East Pier on The Beach
Ms. Angler
North of JojaMart on the wooden plank bridge
Legend II
The Mountain Lake near the log
Glacierfish Jr.
South end of Arrowhead Island in Cindersap Forest
Radioactive Carp
The Sewers
Ginger Island Fish
Fish
Location
Lionfish
Ginger Island Ocean
Blue Discus
Ginger Island Pond And Rivers
Stingaray
Ginger Island from the pirate cove.It first requires unlocking the Islands Resort.
Night Market Fish
Blobfish
Spook Fish
Midnight Squid
Crab pot Fish
Lobster
Clam
Crayfish
Crab
Cockle
Mussel
Shrimp
Snail
Periwinkle
Oyster
Other Fish
Fish
Location
Time
Carp
Mountain lake,secret woods pond and the sewers.
Any
Ghostfish
Mines (20,60)
Any
Stonefish
Mines (20)
Any
Ice Pip
Mines (60)
Any
Lava Eel
Mines (100)
Any
Sandfish
Desert Pond
6am – 8pm
Scorpion Carp
Desert Pond
6am – 8pm
Woodskip
Secret Woods Pond and Forest Farm Pond
Any
Void Salmon
Witch’s Swamp
Any
Slimejack
Mutant bug lair located in the sewers
Any
Bream
River in Pelican Town or Cindersap Forest during all seasons
After 6pm
Bullhead
Mountain Lake
Any
Fishing in Stardew Valley is both a fun and rewarding experience when you know where and when to cast your line. With this guide, you now have all the essential information to complete your Fishing Collection, achieve your in-game goals, and maximize your profits from fishing. Remember, the key to success is persistence and a bit of luck!
Bookmark this guide for quick access, and share it with fellow Stardew Valley enthusiasts to help them on their fishing adventures. Happy fishing, and may your tackle box always be full!
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