SoCal Coast Fishing Report: Rockfish, Bass, and Barracuda Action Sizzles

CALIFORNIA PACIFIC COAST FISHING REPORT - May 10, 2025

Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Saturday fishing report. The sun rose at 6:02 AM today and will set at 7:47 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to hit the water.

The weather's cooperating with temps in the mid-60s along the coast. We've got a moderate westerly breeze picking up in the afternoon, so morning fishing should be prime. Tide's coming in until noon with a high of 5.2 feet, then ebbing through the evening.

Fishing activity has been solid this week with rockfish being the star of the show. Marina Del Rey boats reported impressive catches on Thursday with the New Del Mar bringing in 425 rockfish with 76 anglers aboard[1]. The Betty-O and Spitfire also had decent outings with the Spitfire landing 9 halibut and 2 lingcod along with 60 whitefish[1].

Down in Long Beach, the Victory had a killer day with 330 rockfish, 165 sculpin, and some sheephead and whitefish in the mix[1]. San Pedro boats are consistently pulling in rockfish, whitefish, and some red snapper.

Bass and barracuda action has been hot in the northern and central sections with party boats reporting solid midweek action[3]. Nearshore waters are running a bit murky today, so you might want to push a little further offshore for clearer conditions.

For those looking to hit the islands, the San Diego Full Day trip to Coronado Islands is running today, departing at 5:30 AM and returning at 5:00 PM[4].

Bait-wise, squid has been the ticket for rockfish, while swim baits in blue/white patterns are working well for bass. For barracuda, try Krocodile spoons or Rapala X-Raps with a fast retrieve.

Remember, ocean salmon fishing is currently closed but will open briefly on June 7-8 with a 7,000 Chinook quota[2]. Also, the red abalone fishery remains closed until at least April 2026[2].

Hot spots this weekend:

Santa Monica Bay is firing for rockfish and the occasional halibut. The artificial reefs off Huntington Beach are producing quality calico bass. And if you're boat-less, Redondo Beach Pier has been giving up mackerel and the odd bonito.

For bottom fishing enthusiasts, try the deeper structures in 180-220 feet - that's where the bigger lings are hanging.

That's the word from the water today, folks. Remember to check your regulations before heading out, especially with some seasonal closures in effect. This is Artificial Lure saying tight lines, bent rods, and I'll see ya at the cleaning station!