All 14 Legendary Fish Locations in Red Dead Redemption 2 – Legendary Fishing Guide

There are 14 legendary fish scattered across the vast wilderness of Red Dead Redemption 2, and catching them all is one of the game’s ultimate outdoor challenges.

This guide will help you in starting the quest for the same, equipping you with all the gear you’ll need, locations of each legendary fish, and how to reel them in like a pro.

1. Red Dead Redemption 2 Legendary Fish Locations

In Red Dead Redemption 2, there are 14 Legendary Fish that players can add to their Compendium. However, only 13 of these can be caught freely in the open world.

To successfully catch these legendary fish, Special Lures are essential. These can be bought for $20 each at the Bait and Tackle shop in New Hanover after finishing the “A Fisher of Fish” quest. So grab your rod, stock up on bait, and prepare to reel in the rarest catches in the frontier.

We’ve broken down each fish’s location below:

Legendary Fish	Location	Recommended Lure
Legendary Bluegill	Eastern Flat Iron Lake, south of Clemens Point	Special Lake Lure
Legendary Bullhead Catfish	Swamps of Lemoyne, near Sisika Penitentiary	Special Swamp Lure
Legendary Chain Pickerel	San Luis River, southeast of Lake Don Julio	Special Lake Lure
Legendary Largemouth Bass	San Luis River, southeast of Lake Don Julio	Special Lake Lure
Legendary Large Sturgeon	Lannahechee River, near the railroad bridge	Special River Lure
Legendary Longnose Gar	Lower Montana River, near Aurora Basin	Special Lake Lure
Legendary Muskie	Van Horn Trading Post, near the lighthouse	Special Lake Lure
Legendary Redfin Pickerel	Stillwater Creek, west of Thieves Landing, east of MacFarlane’s Ranch (New Austin)	Special Lake Lure
Legendary Rock Bass	Aurora Basin, head of the Lower Montana River	Special Lake Lure
Legendary Smallmouth Bass	Lake Owanjila, west of Strawberry (West Elizabeth)	Special Lake Lure
Legendary Sockeye Salmon	Lake Isabella, in the far west of Ambarino	Special Lake Lure
Legendary Steelhead Trout	Southern lakes (more common during rain)	Special Lake Lure
Legendary Perch	Elysian Pool, near Butcher Creek	Special Lake Lure

I. Start the Quest

To begin your legendary fishing journey, visit Jeremy Gill at Gill’s Landing, located on the shore of Flat Iron Lake east of Flatneck Station. After speaking with him, he’ll give you the Legendary Fish Map, which roughly marks each fish’s location.

II. Essential Gear

To successfully catch these fish, you’ll need:

• A fishing rod (acquired during Chapter 2)
• Special lures (available at the Bait & Tackle Shop in Lagras)

III. Special Lures:

Before heading out, go to Lagras (in Bayou Nwa) and buy:

• Special Lake Lure – For lake fish
• Special River Lure – For river fish
• Special Swamp Lure – For fish in swampy areas
• Special Spinner – (Optional) Ideal for tough fish

These cost $20 each and are required to catch Legendary Fish. Make sure to use the correct lure type based on the fish’s habitat—lake, river, or swamp.

IV. Fishing Tips

• Art of Fishing:
  • Activate Eagle Eye to highlight fish in the water. Also, look for ripples or surface movement, which often indicate fish presence.
  • Avoid casting too far—keeping fish closer to shore makes them easier to reel in.
  • Hold the left stick down while reeling to angle your rod properly and keep tension on the line.
  • When a fish struggles, pull the left stick in the opposite direction of its movement to prevent line breaks.
  • Slowly reel in while pulling back on the left stick. Stop reeling when the fish thrashes to avoid snapping your line.
• Points to Note:
  • Fish in the early morning or at dawn/dusk for the highest chance of bites, especially for legendary species.
  • Some fish, especially legendary ones, take time to appear or bite. Stay still and wait.
  • Promptly deliver your catch to a Post Office to prevent spoilage—this is especially important for rare or large fish.
  • Watch for on-screen notifications when you enter a Legendary Fish area, as these zones are key to completing the challenge.
  • Always match your lure to the water type for the best success with both regular and legendary fish.

There are 13 Legendary Fish available to catch throughout the world. The 14th fish only becomes available after mailing the others. Once done, you’ll receive a letter from Jeremy inviting you on a final fishing trip.

Whether you’re trophy-hunting or want to explore the wild differently, the legendary fishing challenge in RDR2 is one of the most satisfying quests in the game.

With a bit of patience and the right gear, you’ll earn your place among the greatest fishermen in RDR2.

2. About Red Dead Redemption 2

Red Dead Redemption 2, prequel to 2010’s Red Dead Redemption, is an action-adventure game produced and released by Rockstar Games in 2018. The story, set in 1899, follows outlaw Arthur Morgan, a member of the Van der Linde gang.

Red Dead Redemption 2 portrays the Wild West, while being set in the fictional Western and Southern United States.