Eureka, CA Fishing Trip — April

Your Eureka, CA Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 57°F / Low 44°F3" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

9 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
HalibutGood
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various
LingcodGood
Lingcod
Various
RockfishGood
Rockfish
Various
Dungeness CrabGood
Dungeness Crab
Crab Traps · Ring Nets
Chinook SalmonGood
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
Green SturgeonFair
Green Sturgeon
Various

April Weather in Eureka

57°F
Avg High
44°F
Avg Low
3"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

8 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 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.

Buy License Online — California

Species Regulations

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.

Steelhead
Season:Varies by river; check current regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by river; check current regulations
Size Limit:Varies by river; check current regulations

Regulations vary significantly by river system, including catch-and-release only sections and gear restrictions. A Steelhead Report Card is required in addition to a valid fishing license.

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.

Coho Salmon
Season:Varies by zone; check regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by zone; check regulations
Size Limit:Varies by zone; check regulations

Retention of coho salmon is prohibited in the South Central Management Area. Check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish.

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