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 Dive into the "Pacific Ocean, California Daily Fishing Report," your go-to podcast for the latest updates on fishing conditions in the Pacific Ocean off California's coastline. Stay informed about daily weather forecasts, ocean conditions, and expert tips from seasoned anglers. Perfect for fishing enthusiasts and professionals looking to plan successful outings, this podcast offers valuable insights on fish species, hotspots, and strategies to enhance your fishing experience. Tune in each day to stay ahead and make the most of your time on the water.

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  • Offshore Hot Bites: Lingcod, Rockfish, Seabass Limits for California Anglers

    Offshore Hot Bites: Lingcod, Rockfish, Seabass Limits for California Anglers
    May 18 2025
    Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Sunday, May 18th Pacific Ocean California fishing report. We’ve got cool spring weather holding along the coast with some early fog and light winds that should clear by midday. Sunrise came around 5:52 AM and sunset will hit at 7:59 PM, giving us a full day of good light to work the water.

    Tides are moderate today, with a low tide in the early morning and a high swinging in during the late morning and afternoon. This means the bite should pick up as the water moves, especially around rocky structure and kelp beds as bait stirs.

    Let’s get into the fishing. Up north around Fort Bragg, party boats had an outstanding half-day trip pulling in 22 lingcod and 105 rockfish for just 15 anglers recently, showcasing how solid the groundfish bite is[3]. Further south in the Santa Barbara and Ventura area, Stardust and Coral Sea boats reported full limits of white seabass—26 fish for a 26-angler trip—plus a couple of halibut, 13 lingcod, and close to 200 rockfish. These catches have been consistent this week, with hefty bags of reds, vermilion, and quality lings almost every trip[4].

    Bay Area boats are finding halibut and striped bass, with some scores showing 4 halibut and 17 stripers for 10 anglers on the C Gull II, and the California Dawn II producing 3 halibut up to 18 pounds plus 32 stripers for 25 anglers. Down San Diego way, rockfish are steady, and calico bass have been active with reports of up to 65 caught and released in a single outing. Sculpin and sheephead round out the mix with some nice whitefish mixed in[2].

    Best baits and lures right now are swimbaits and iron jigs for lingcod and rockfish, with sardines and squid strips working wonders on deeper reefs. For seabass, white flukes and mackerel are the go-to. If you’re targeting halibut, try drifting a live anchovy or shiner perch near sandy drop-offs or bay mouths. Stripers are hitting well on anchovies and chartreuse soft plastics near structure and current breaks.

    For hotspots, Fort Bragg reefs are on fire for lingcod and rockfish, and the Channel Islands off Santa Barbara are the real deal for limits of white seabass and mixed cod. In the Bay Area, try the flats around Alcatraz for halibut and striped bass. Down south, Point Loma kelp and La Jolla reefs continue to be solid for mixed bag bottom fishing.

    Overall, action is red hot on the reefs and the early coastal gamefish bite is in full swing. Watch that tide for the best window, and be sure to check current regulations, especially for salmon—season won’t open again until June and September. Tight lines and see you on the water.
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  • Pacific Halibut Struggle, Rockfish Reigning, Limited Salmon Fishing - Fishing Report 05/17/25

    Pacific Halibut Struggle, Rockfish Reigning, Limited Salmon Fishing - Fishing Report 05/17/25
    May 17 2025
    FISHING REPORT: MAY 17, 2025

    Howdy folks, Artificial Lure here with your Saturday morning fishing report for the Pacific Ocean waters off California. Grab your coffee – it's 7:30 AM and we've got some fishing to discuss!

    Let me tell you straight, it's been a sluggish start to the Pacific halibut season around these parts. The ocean conditions have been giving us fits lately with wind and rough water keeping most boats docked since last weekend. The water's been running dirty, and the halibut bite isn't exactly on fire right now.

    Tim Klassen over at Reel Steel Sport Fishing mentioned they managed to boat a few halibut last Friday and Saturday, but nothing to write home about. With any luck, some boats might get out today, but hold onto your hats because the weekend forecast is calling for more wind to kick up.

    Up in Trinidad, small boats and kayaks haven't been able to launch all week due to those same nasty conditions. Their boat launch is scheduled to open around the beginning of June. If you're headed that way, give the bait shop a call at 677-3625 for the latest info.

    Down south, the Fort Bragg boats have been crushing it with rockfish and lingcod. One recent half-day trip reported 22 lingcod and 105 rockfish with just 15 anglers aboard. That's some hot action if you can get to it!

    For you salmon enthusiasts, I've got a bit of good news. After years of closures, we've finally got some limited recreational salmon fishing opportunities this year, though commercial fishing remains closed for the third straight year. The PFMC made that call back in April due to ongoing recovery efforts for our salmon stocks.

    River report: The Kings is fishing great right now. For you Central Valley anglers, remember the main stem Sacramento remains closed in 2025, but sections of the Feather, American, and Mokelumne will have nearly full seasons with a one Chinook limit.

    Hot spots for today? If I were heading out, I'd point toward Fort Bragg for the consistent rockfish action, or try your luck drift fishing near Shady Cove where some guides are limiting out on spring salmon using roe or MagLip plugs.

    For the youngsters, don't forget the Trinity Lake Lions Fish Derby happening today at Carrville Dredger Pond – all kids 4 to 15 are welcome!

    Best baits today: Fresh roe for salmon, squid strips for rockfish, and if you're after halibut, try large herring or anchovy. Artificial wise, I'd pack some 6-8 inch swim baits for halibut and MagLips for the river salmon.

    That's the report for today, folks. Remember, the fish are always biting somewhere – you just gotta find 'em!

    Tight lines,
    Artificial Lure
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  • California Coastal Fishing Report: Salmon Bites Slow, Rockfish and Halibut Thrive

    California Coastal Fishing Report: Salmon Bites Slow, Rockfish and Halibut Thrive
    May 16 2025
    Artificial Lure here with your May 16, 2025, Pacific Ocean California fishing report.

    Sunrise hit just before 6 AM and sunset will be just after 8 PM today, giving anglers a solid window for action. Early morning saw light coastal fog burning off by mid-morning with clear skies and temps rising into the mid-70s inland and mid-60s on the coast. Winds were mild early, picking up to 10-12 knots by noon, and seas have been relatively calm except for the afternoon chop once the breeze sets in.

    Tidal swings are moderate today, with an early morning low and the incoming tide topping out around noon, then falling again in the late afternoon. That midday high has lined up perfectly with peak activity for baitfish, bringing in predators close to shore and over the reefs.

    As for the fishing itself, there’s a big story this month in California—recreational salmon fishing is finally open in a limited way for the first time since 2022. The bite has been slow overall, with low numbers of Chinook salmon showing, and amounts caught remain modest due to restricted opportunities and strained populations. Most of the salmon in the area are passing through from the Sacramento and Klamath rivers, but catch rates are nothing like the heyday. If you want a shot, troll deep with anchovy or herring imitations behind flashers, and keep to the regulations—check closely for any area-specific limits or closures before heading out[1][2][3][4].

    For everyone else, the stars right now are rockfish, lingcod, and halibut. Reports from Santa Cruz down to Morro Bay show quality limits coming in from rocky structure and kelp beds—shrimp flies, swimbaits in sardine or anchovy colors, and metal jigs have been top producers. Live anchovy or squid remains the best bet for halibut both near harbors and on sandy flats. Surf casters are seeing barred surfperch along the central and south coast beaches, with sand crabs and Gulp! camo worms doing the trick.

    Baja is firing with a mixed bag if you’re heading south—recent catches from La Paz and the Sea of Cortez include roosterfish, yellowtail, dorado, marlin, and snapper. Roosters have been smashing live bait and poppers in the surf, while offshore anglers are getting dorado and marlin on trolled feathers and live mackerel[5].

    Hot spots for today: Monterey Bay’s kelp beds are producing reliable rockfish and lingcod action on the high tide, while out of Santa Barbara, halibut are feeding aggressively during the outgoing tide on both live bait and white swimbaits. For a shot at salmon, keep an eye on the regulations and focus efforts off Bodega Bay and the Golden Gate, but manage expectations.

    Best lures and baits for today: swimbaits in sardine, anchovy, or white; metal jigs for deeper structure; shrimp flies for rockfish; live anchovy or squid for halibut; and poppers or live mullet for roosterfish down in Baja waters.

    Tight lines and good luck out there!
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