White Seabass Fishing in California

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Seasonal Activity Chart

Current Status: poor

Low activity season. White Seabass are less active and catches may be limited. Consider targeting other species.

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White Seabass fishing in CA: focus on seasonal forage and water conditions near Carlsbad. Use natural presentations and adjust depth with temperature and current.

How to Catch White Seabass

Typical Size

Length: Varies by fishery

Weight: Varies by fishery

Habitat

•Local structure and edges
•Current seams
•Bait concentrations
•Depth changes

Where & When to Fish

Target Locations

•Current seams
•Points/edges
•Structure holding bait

Best Times

•Dawn/dusk and nights
•Moving tides or peak current

Bias patterns to Carlsbad area: use local structure (passes/bridges for coastal; channels/points for inland) and match depth to temperature.

White Seabass Fishing Regulations in California

Open Season

Year-round

Daily Bag Limit

1 per day

Size Limit

28-inch minimum

License Required

Sport fishing license

Closed March 15 through June 15. Only allowed one fish per person, even when fishing from a boat.

⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the California state wildlife agency before fishing.

Popular Cities for White Seabass Fishing in California

Carlsbad Dana Point Encinitas Huntington Beach Laguna Beach Long Beach Los Angeles Marina del Rey

Other Popular Species in California

Largemouth Bass Hybrid Striped Bass Striped Bass Channel Catfish Blue Catfish Carp Spotted Bass Flathead Catfish