Fishing Charters in California
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Sea Shift Sportfishing
Bodega Bay, California
Bodega Bay Sportfishing Center - Sea Shift , Fort Bragg and SF. Specializing in Salmon, Halibut, Crab, Tuna Rockfish and Lingcod. Fishing Reports Available
Pole Dancin Sportfishing
Bodega Bay, California
Book your next fishing charter aboard a 27’ North River with high quality fishing gear, specializing in salmon, rock fish, lingcod and crab off the Bodega Bay coast
Pacific Fresh
Santa Cruz, California
PacificFresh specializes in wild troll-caught pacific fresh seafood including King Salmon, California Halibut, Lingcod and Pacific Snapper.
Prisoner Rock Charters
Prisoner Rock Charters for Trinidad, California Fishing Trips! Halibut, Rockfish, Lingcod, Greenling, Dungeness Crab, & more. Call (541) 749-0145
Reel Obsession Sportfishing
Northen California fishing charter, salmon, halibut, rock cod, lingcod, sturgeon, tuna. Specializing in custom fishing charters from half moon bay to the oregon border. Reel Obsession Sportfishing
Anchor Charter Boats
Whale Watching and Fishing for Rockfish, Lingcod, Salmon and Tuna in Fort Bragg, CA with the Kraken and Ambush with Anchor Charter Boats
Happy Hooker Sport Fishing
9-18-2025 - Pacific Dream - We had a great day today aboard the Pacific Dream. Our 14 man charter landed limits of striped bass, including four crew fish, 2/3 limits of quality rockfish, and 10 nice Lingcod For more information or reservations, please give us a...
Pacific Pearl Charters
The premier fishing, tours and excursions charter company in the San Francisco Bay. With two fully equipped commercial vessels, we offer Bay and ocean outings for all types of events including; private corporate day/ team-building trips and evening cruises, to narrated history cruises of Richmond, Oakland, San Francisco. Salmon, Lingcod, Halibut, Striped Bass, Shark and Crab.
Best Time to Catch Lingcod
Lingcod can be caught year-round in Seal Beach. Right now in May, activity is moderate.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Lingcod
Seal Beach offers access to some decent Lingcod fishing, though you'll need to head out a bit to find the rocky reefs and structure they prefer. Prime time is typically late fall and winter when Lingcod are spawning. Focus your efforts around artificial reefs and hard bottom areas a few miles offshore. Live bait like smelt or small mackerel are highly effective, but large jigs in bright colors also produce well. Pay close attention to your fish finder; Lingcod often hang tight to structure. A useful tip is to launch from the Long Beach Marina and head towards the Huntington Beach Flats; this area holds promising structure. Be aware of the strong currents in this area, and use heavier weights to keep your bait or lure in the strike zone. Lingcod in this area tend to be aggressive, so be prepared for a good fight.
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How to Catch Lingcod
Lingcod Fishing Regulations in California
Open Season
Varies by zone; check regulations
Daily Bag Limit
2 per day
Size Limit
22-inch minimum total length
License Required
Sport fishing license
Regulations vary by management area; check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish. Some areas may be closed.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the California state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum size Lingcod I can keep in Seal Beach?
The minimum size for Lingcod in Seal Beach is 22 inches total length.
How many Lingcod can I keep in a day near Seal Beach?
You are allowed to keep 2 Lingcod per day in Seal Beach.
Is there a specific season for Lingcod fishing in Seal Beach?
Yes, the Lingcod fishing season varies by zone. Check the current California Department of Fish and Wildlife regulations for the specific zone near Seal Beach.
Do I need a license to fish for Lingcod in Seal Beach?
Yes, you need a valid California sport fishing license to fish for Lingcod.
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