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Lake Forest, CA Fishing Trip — April

Your Lake Forest, CA Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 70°F / Low 51°F0.9" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in April

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

April Weather in Lake Forest

70°F
Avg High
51°F
Avg Low
0.9"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

63 Guides Near Lake Forest

No guides are based in Lake Forest, but these guides operate nearby.

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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
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
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
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
Left Coast Sportfishing Dana Point - Left Coast Sportfishing Dana Point
Left Coast Sportfishing Dana Point

Left Coast Sportfishing Dana Point

4.9(83)Top Rated

Owner operated private charters and Captain Services in Dana Point, California. We put you on the fish!

Dana Point, 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

Striped Bass

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

Brown Trout

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

Catfish

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

Walleye

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

San Diego77 guides · 68 miDana Point10 guides · 13 miNewport Beach9 guides · 13 miOceanside8 guides · 35 miMarina Del Rey7 guides · 50 miHuntington Beach6 guides · 20 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

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.

Rainbow 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.

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