Carlsbad, CA Fishing Trip — September
Your Carlsbad, CA Fishing Trip
September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 78°F / Low 64°F0.9" rain · 3 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in September
7 species
ExcellentHalibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
GoodWhite Seabass
Live Bait · Jigging
GoodCalico Bass
Casting · Jigging
GoodBarracuda
Trolling · Casting
FairBluefin Tuna
Various
FairYellowtail
Trolling · Live Bait
FairRockfish
Various
September Weather in Carlsbad
78°F
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
0.9"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
105 Guides Near Carlsbad
No guides are based in Carlsbad, 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.
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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
Halibut
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum total length
Specific area closures may apply; check current regulations before fishing. Gear restrictions may apply in certain areas.
White Seabass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:28-inch minimum
Closed March 15 through June 15. Only allowed one fish per person, even when fishing from a boat.
Calico Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum total length
Regulations may vary by location; check current regulations booklet.
Barracuda
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:28-inch minimum
The general daily bag limit is 20 fish of which no more than 10 fish of any one species may be taken or possessed.