Clearlake, CA Fishing Trip — August
Your Clearlake, CA Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 94°F / Low 63°F0" rain · 0 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in August
8 species
GoodBrown Trout
Various
GoodSmallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
GoodCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodRainbow Trout
Various
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairWalleye
Various
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
August Weather in Clearlake
94°F
Avg High
63°F
Avg Low
0"
Rainfall
0
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
17 Guides Near Clearlake
No guides are based in Clearlake, 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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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 inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
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
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.
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.
Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Rainbow 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.