The 20th Annual Free Kids’ Fishing Derby

Join OC Parks for a fun-filled day of friendly competition and fishing at Mile Square Regional Park. The 20th Annual Free Kids’ Fishing Derby returns on Saturday, March 14. You can register for the event from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and enjoy the derby from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The North Lake will be stocked with more than 1,000 pounds of trout or catfish for kids ages 6 to 15 to throw a line and reel in a great catch. Prizes and trophies will be awarded for different age groups and the participant with the overall winning catch of the day will get their name inscribed on the famous Mile Square Park Fishing Derby Trophy.

There will be a limited amount of fishing rods available for loan and young anglers can learn fishing tips and tricks during the event’s on-site fishing clinics. Registration is required at the OC Parks check-in table on the day of the event and food and drink will be available for purchase.

Mile Square Regional Park is at 16801 Euclid, Fountain Valley. 714.973.6600.