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Irvine, CA Fishing Trip — December

Your Irvine, CA Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 67°F / Low 51°F4" rain · 5 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in December

5 species
Blue CatfishGood
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Hybrid Striped BassLow
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
BluegillLow
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing

December Weather in Irvine

67°F
Avg High
51°F
Avg Low
4"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days

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

63 Guides Near Irvine

No guides are based in Irvine, but these guides operate nearby.

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Paradiso Yacht Charters - Paradiso Yacht Charters
Paradiso Yacht Charters

Paradiso Yacht Charters

4.8(359)Top Rated

Explore Paradiso Yacht Charters in California. Learn about our passion for luxury sailing and exceptional service on the water.

Newport Beach, California
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point - Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching Dana Point

4.8(6991)Top Rated

Dana Wharf hosts cruises & special events in Southern California! Light displays, wine tastings, yoga & more, all COVID-safe (masks required). Book online!

Dana Point, California
Deepsea-fishing - Deepsea-fishing
Deepsea-fishing

Deepsea-fishing

5(186)Top Rated

Book Direct Here! - Fishing charters in Huntington Beach, and Long Beach, CA. Take your group on a Deep Sea Fishing adventure with Captain Woody.

Huntington Beach, California
Davey's Locker Whale Watching & Sportfishing - Davey's Locker Whale Watching & Sportfishing
Davey's Locker Whale Watching & Sportfishing

Davey's Locker Whale Watching & Sportfishing

4.5(7763)Top Rated

Offering whale watching cruises & deep sea fishing trips daily year around for the Greater Los Angeles Area

Newport Beach, California
Marina Del Rey Sportfishing - Marina Del Rey Sportfishing
Marina Del Rey Sportfishing

Marina Del Rey Sportfishing

4.5(540)Top Rated
Marina Del Rey, California
The Duchess Yacht Charter Service - The Duchess Yacht Charter Service
The Duchess Yacht Charter Service

The Duchess Yacht Charter Service

4.9(191)Top Rated

The Duchess Yacht offers any type of Charter imaginable, from Harbor/Sunset Cruises, Day Cruises, Whale Watching Cruises, Overnight Cruises and Fishing Trips.

Marina Del Rey, California
Captain Newport Luxury Boat / Yacht Rentals - Captain Newport Luxury Boat / Yacht Rentals
Captain Newport Luxury Boat / Yacht Rentals

Captain Newport Luxury Boat / Yacht Rentals

4.9(187)Top Rated

Enjoy 87 Ft Cheoy Lee Yacht with space for up to 12 guests, sleeps 8. Features include towable tube, snorkeling gear, slide, tender, 2 E-Foils, and 2 jet skis.

Newport Beach, California
22nd Street Landing Sportfishing - 22nd Street Landing Sportfishing
22nd Street Landing Sportfishing

22nd Street Landing Sportfishing

4.4(1252)

Popular spot for straightforward seafood, served in a harborside location with water views.

Spot
San Pedro, California
Harbor Breeze Cruises - Harbor Breeze Cruises
Harbor Breeze Cruises

Harbor Breeze Cruises

4.4(527)

Come enjoy the excitement on the #1 Whale Watching tour in the Greater Los Angeles area with Harbor Breeze Cruises! To book your trip today call (562) 432-4900.

San Pedro, California
Long Beach Sportfishing, LLC (NEW WEBSITE CLICK WEBSITE ICON BELOW!) - Long Beach Sportfishing, LLC (NEW WEBSITE CLICK WEBSITE ICON BELOW!)
Long Beach Sportfishing, LLC (NEW WEBSITE CLICK WEBSITE ICON BELOW!)

Long Beach Sportfishing, LLC (NEW WEBSITE CLICK WEBSITE ICON BELOW!)

4.3(320)
Long Beach, California
Pierpoint Landing Sportfishing - Don Ashley
Don Ashley

Pierpoint Landing Sportfishing

4.2(357)

Deep sea sportfishing from Long Beach California. Catch bass, rockfish, tuna, yellowtail, sheephead, whitefish, and more, on modern Sport boats.

offshorefreshwaterLargemouth BassTuna
Long Beach, California
Oceanside Sea Center - Oceanside Sea Center
Oceanside Sea Center

Oceanside Sea Center

4.6(130)Top Rated
inshore
Oceanside, California
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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's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Largemouth Bass

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

Blue Catfish

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

Spotted Bass

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

Hybrid Striped Bass

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

San Diego77 guides · 72 miDana Point10 guides · 16 miNewport Beach9 guides · 9 miOceanside8 guides · 40 miMarina Del Rey7 guides · 44 miHuntington Beach6 guides · 15 mi

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 offshore / freshwater / inshore Fishing

  • Rain jacket or windbreaker
  • Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
  • 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

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

Check specific water body regulations for closures or special rules.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Largemouth bass and Smallmouth bass count as one species group for the purposes of bag limits. Review specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Largemouth bass and Smallmouth bass count as one species group for the purposes of bag limits. Review specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for closures or special rules.

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