Clearlake, CA Fishing Trip — September

Your Clearlake, CA Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 85°F / Low 61°F0.6" rain · 4 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in September

8 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Brown TroutGood
Brown Trout
Various
WalleyeGood
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various

September Weather in Clearlake

85°F
Avg High
61°F
Avg Low
0.6"
Rainfall
4
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.

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$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 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.

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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.

Walleye
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Walleye are not widely distributed in California. Check specific water body regulations for special closures or restrictions.

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