Fishing Guides in Monterey, California
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Chris' Fishing and Whale Watching
Year round whale watching in Monterey, CA. Trips leave at 10:00am and 1:30pm daily. Annual pass is available. Whale spotted daily all year long!
J & M Sportfishing
Welcome to J&M Sport Fishing in beautiful Monterey, California. We offer fishing charters that depart from Monterey Old Fisherman's Wharf.
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What's Biting in Monterey
24 species reported in the Monterey area. Here's when they're most active throughout the year.
Month-by-Month Fishing in Monterey, CA
Fishing in Monterey in January
2 species are active in and around Monterey in January: Pacific Cod, Dover Sole. Book one of Monterey's 3 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Monterey in February
2 species are active in and around Monterey in February: Pacific Cod, Dover Sole. Book one of Monterey's 3 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Monterey in March
7 species are active in and around Monterey in March: Pacific Cod, Vermilion Rockfish, Copper Rockfish, Cabezon, Kelp Greenling, Rockfish, Dover Sole. Book one of Monterey's 3 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Monterey in April
8 species are active in and around Monterey in April: Pacific Cod, Vermilion Rockfish, Copper Rockfish, Cabezon, Kelp Greenling, Rockfish, Dover Sole, Bat Ray. Book one of Monterey's 3 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Monterey in May
7 species are active in and around Monterey in May: Vermilion Rockfish, Copper Rockfish, Cabezon, Kelp Greenling, Rockfish, Dover Sole, Bat Ray. Book one of Monterey's 3 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Monterey in June
7 species are active in and around Monterey in June: Vermilion Rockfish, Copper Rockfish, Cabezon, Kelp Greenling, Rockfish, Dover Sole, Bat Ray. Book one of Monterey's 3 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Monterey in July
6 species are active in and around Monterey in July: Vermilion Rockfish, Copper Rockfish, Cabezon, Kelp Greenling, Rockfish, Bat Ray. Book one of Monterey's 3 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Monterey in August
6 species are active in and around Monterey in August: Vermilion Rockfish, Copper Rockfish, Cabezon, Kelp Greenling, Rockfish, Bat Ray. Book one of Monterey's 3 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Monterey in September
1 species is active in and around Monterey in September: Dover Sole. Book one of Monterey's 3 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Monterey in October
2 species are active in and around Monterey in October: Pacific Cod, Dover Sole. Book one of Monterey's 3 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Monterey in November
1 species is active in and around Monterey in November: Pacific Cod. Book one of Monterey's 3 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Monterey in December
2 species are active in and around Monterey in December: Pacific Cod, Dover Sole. Book one of Monterey's 3 local guides to target them.
Fishing in Monterey
Monterey, California offers various, saltwater, brackish fishing with 24 species reported in the area and 3 local guides ready to take you out. The best months to fish are April, March, May, June.
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What You Can Catch in Monterey
Striped Bass
Monterey Bay offers a unique opportunity to target Striped Bass in a stunning coastal environment. While not as famous as the Delta, the surf and nearshore waters around Monterey hold good numbers of stripers, especially when the conditions are right.
Full striped bass guide for Monterey →Canary Rockfish
For a chance at landing a beautiful Canary Rockfish, Monterey's deep waters are worth exploring. These rockfish inhabit rocky reefs and structures far offshore, requiring a boat to access their habitat.
Full canary rockfish guide for Monterey →Black Rockfish
Monterey Bay offers fantastic opportunities for Black Rockfish, easily accessible from harbors like Monterey and Moss Landing. The key here is targeting the abundant kelp forests and rocky reefs that fringe the coastline.
Full black rockfish guide for Monterey →Copper Rockfish
Monterey's rugged coastline and abundant kelp forests provide excellent habitat for Copper Rockfish. Known locally as 'Coppers,' these fish are a favorite among anglers for their fight and table fare.
Full copper rockfish guide for Monterey →Fisheries near Monterey
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Types of Fishing in Monterey
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