California City, CA Fishing Trip — April
Your California City, CA Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 75°F / Low 49°F0.2" rain · 1 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in April
April Weather in California City
75°F
Avg High
49°F
Avg Low
0.2"
Rainfall
1
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
32 Guides Near California City
No guides are based in California City, but these guides operate nearby.
$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
What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For offshore / freshwater Fishing
- Rain jacket or windbreaker
- Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
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
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Largemouth bass and Smallmouth bass count as one species group for the purposes of bag limits. Review specific water body regulations for exceptions.
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for closures or special rules.
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Check specific water body regulations for closures or special rules.




