Striped Bass

Striped Bass fishing near Berkeley primarily focuses on the California Delta and the San Francisco Bay. While Berkeley itself doesn't have direct access to prime Striper habitat, its proximity makes it a convenient base for anglers. Spring and fall are the peak seasons, coinciding with the Stripers' migration patterns. The Delta offers diverse fishing opportunities, from trolling deep channels to casting along riprap banks. The Bay provides chances to intercept fish moving in and out of the ocean. Popular techniques include trolling with deep-diving lures, casting swimbaits, and fishing live bait. A local tip is to monitor the tide charts; Stripers often feed aggressively during tidal changes. Furthermore, pay attention to the herring spawn in the winter and early spring, as the Stripers will be heavily concentrated around these spawning areas. Striped Bass in this area can reach impressive sizes, with fish over 30 pounds not uncommon.