If you are planning to go fishing in California, you need to know the right time and conditions for your trip. An important factor in increasing your catch rate of striped bass is their migration pattern. They lay their eggs in freshwater streams and rivers before moving to the ocean. This makes San Pablo and San Francisco Bays the best spots to catch them because the San Joaquin River brings down striped bass after they’ve spawned.
The best time for striped bass fishing in San Francisco Bay is during the summer and fall.
Coastal Spots for Bass Fishing
Since striped bass is most abundant in saltwater, the best places to fish are along the piers, shoreline jetties, and wharfs. Berkeley Fishing Pier and Pacifica Pier are among the most popular locations.
You can also enjoy shore fishing from sandy beaches or head deep enough to get to drop-offs or sand bars and try surfcasting.
Fishing charter boat guides can help you fish for striped bass because they know where and when to fish, especially in the Delta and upper Sacramento River. They usually supply all the bait and tackle too.
Freshwater Striped Bass Fishing
If you want to fish inland, head to California’s beautiful freshwater lakes and rivers.
- Lake Havasu is known for bass fishing and hosts regular tournaments
- Lake Pyramid is known for large and small mouth stripers
- Lake Silverwood produces large striped bass plus and you can enjoy the backdrop of the San Bernardino Mountains
What You Should Know Before You Go
Review the recreational fishing regulations published by the Department of Fish and Wildlife before you head out. There are different saltwater and freshwater striper fishing regulations for different locations in California. For example, in San Francisco Bay, the daily bag and possession limit of 2 fish and a minimum size of 18 inches while the limit is 6 with a 13-inch minimum In Lake Havasu.
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Author: Christian Bacasa
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