In Stardew Valley, fishing is packed with features that help you reel in catches with ease—except when it comes to the legendary fish. These elusive creatures are an entirely different story, showing up only once per game save. Among them, the Legend fish stands out, demanding you meet several criteria before you can catch it. Let me walk you through the steps to catch this prized fish in Stardew Valley.
The Legend fish is the ultimate trophy for any angler in Stardew Valley, not only because it’s a tough catch but also because it sells for a handsome sum. If you’re determined to add this rare catch to your collection, here’s what you need to know.
As of the update on April 22, 2025, penned by Artur Novichenko, this guide includes new methods for snagging more Legend fish. Now, you can also use legendary fish along with the Jewels Of The Sea book to produce Roe.
Let’s dive into the details on capturing the Legend in Stardew Valley. This legendary fish can only be caught once in a solo game—though in multiplayer, each player has a chance to catch it once. Searching for this fish could take in-game years due to its specific requirements:
First off, maxing out your Fishing Skill is essential. It’s a time-consuming process to reach level 10, so patience and persistence in fishing are crucial. However, using Fishing Buffs might speed things up.
Spring is the season to angle for this fish, and you’ll need rainy weather to boot.
And importantly, you should cast your line in The Mountain Lake.
There’s no need to pinpoint a specific tile for fishing within The Mountain Lake. Feel free to fish anywhere, but remember that the Legend will only appear in fishing zone 5, meaning your bobber should be five or more tiles away from the shore.
Meeting all these requirements, including fishing under rainy skies, gives you about a 10% chance of catching the Legend in Stardew Valley. With a bit of luck, you might snag it within a few tries. To boost your odds, consider using the Curiosity Lure.
Although you can only catch one Legendary fish through regular fishing methods, there are a few tricks to getting more. Panning with the Fisher enchantment is one way, offering a 10% chance to snag a fish as a reward, potentially giving you unlimited Legends.
Also, Challenge Bait can allow anglers to catch up to three of the same Legendary fish at a time, albeit with some difficulty in its use.
In terms of utility, before the 1.6.9 update, the Legend was merely a collectible item, fetching a price of 15,000 Gold when sold. But nowadays, placing it in a Fish Pond produces Roe. If you’re looking to ramp up your Roe production, seek out the Jewels Of The Sea book, which lets you find Roe treasure chests of varying qualities.
So there you have it—everything you need to reel in the Legend in Stardew Valley. It’s truly the rarest catch, demanding significant effort and dedication. But with our helpful tips, tackling this challenge might not be as daunting as it seems.
