Fall River Mills, CA Fishing Trip — December

Your Fall River Mills, CA Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 51°F / Low 32°F7.4" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in December

8 species
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Brown TroutFair
Brown Trout
Various
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
CatfishFair
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Rainbow TroutFair
Rainbow Trout
Various
Smallmouth BassLow
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
WalleyeLow
Walleye
Various

December Weather in Fall River Mills

51°F
Avg High
32°F
Avg Low
7.4"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

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

2 in Fall River Mills + 3 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 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 freshwater / fly fishing / inshore Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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.

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.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific regulations for the water body you intend to fish, as some locations may have specific limits.

Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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