Big Bear Lake, CA Fishing Trip — September
Your Big Bear Lake, CA Fishing Trip
September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 52°F1.1" rain · 3 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in September
8 species
ExcellentSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
GoodStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
GoodBrown Trout
Various
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
GoodWalleye
Various
GoodRainbow Trout
Various
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
September Weather in Big Bear Lake
71°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
1.1"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
3 Guides Matched
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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California Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$54.00
Non-Resident$145.94
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Ocean enhancement and report card stamps may be required.
Species Regulations
Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for special closures or restrictions.
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:18-inch minimum
Check specific regulations for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and other water bodies as special rules may apply.
Brown Trout
Season:Varies by water body; check specific regulations.
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No more than one trout may exceed 20 inches. Some waters have specific size restrictions; check regulations.
Many waters have special regulations, including catch-and-release only. Check the specific water body regulations before fishing.
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific regulations for the water body you intend to fish, as some locations may have specific limits.