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Half Moon Bay, CA Fishing Trip — May

Your Half Moon Bay, CA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 49°F0.3" rain · 1 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
RockfishExcellent
Rockfish
Various
LingcodExcellent
Lingcod
Various
HalibutExcellent
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
Chinook SalmonExcellent
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
Dungeness CrabGood
Dungeness Crab
Crab Traps · Ring Nets
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various

May Weather in Half Moon Bay

62°F
Avg High
49°F
Avg Low
0.3"
Rainfall
1
Rainy Days

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

6 Guides Matched

Queen of Hearts At Half Moon - Queen of Hearts At Half Moon
Queen of Hearts At Half Moon

Queen of Hearts At Half Moon

4.7(46)Top Rated

The Queen of Hearts offers whale watching trips during January, February, and March depending on availability, when the whale watching season is at its peak along the San Mateo coastline. Our three hour trips are typically scheduled on the weekends departing at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. depending on

Half Moon Bay, California
Mooch Better Fishing - Sport Fishing Charter - Mooch Better Fishing - Sport Fishing Charter
Mooch Better Fishing - Sport Fishing Charter

Mooch Better Fishing - Sport Fishing Charter

4.9(36)Top Rated

Sport Fishing Charter Boat in Half Moon Bay, CA. We offer sport fishing for Salmon, Tuna, and Rockcod. We do Whale Watching Tours, Eco-tours, Birding, and Ash Scattering. Join us today For an adventure of a lifetime!

SalmonTuna
Half Moon Bay, California
New Captain Pete Sport Fishing - New Captain Pete Sport Fishing
New Captain Pete Sport Fishing

New Captain Pete Sport Fishing

4.8(24)Top Rated
Half Moon Bay, California
Riptide Charters - Les James
Les James

Riptide Charters

3.9(53)

And yet another great day on the water!! flat calm and exelent quality fish!! ...

inshore
Half Moon Bay, California
Fish Reapers Sportfishing - Fish Reapers Sportfishing
Fish Reapers Sportfishing

Fish Reapers Sportfishing

Half Moon Bay, California

inshore
Half Moon Bay, California
Tanker City Sportfishing - Tanker City Sportfishing
Tanker City Sportfishing

Tanker City Sportfishing

Half Moon Bay, California

Experience a unique and thrilling day on the water when take a trip with all-in-one private fishing charter.

inshore
Half Moon Bay, California

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
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Half Moon Bay from ~$150/night
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Pickup in Half Moon Bay

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Half Moon Bay

Activities for your non-fishing days

Boat Tours & Cruises
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What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Rockfish

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Dungeness Crab

saltwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Lingcod

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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.

Rockfish
Season:Varies by zone; check regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by zone; check regulations
Size Limit:Varies by zone; check regulations

Regulations vary significantly by management area and species; check specific regulations for the area and species you intend to fish. There are sub-bag limits for certain rockfish species.

Lingcod
Season:Varies by zone; check regulations
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum total length

Regulations vary by management area; check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish. Some areas may be closed.

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.

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