Lodi, CA Fishing Trip — January

Your Lodi, CA Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 56°F / Low 37°F1.3" rain · 2 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in January

5 species
CarpFair
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging

January Weather in Lodi

56°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
1.3"
Rainfall
2
Rainy Days

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

1 in Lodi + 11 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 / inshore / fly fishing 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

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

Carp are considered a non-game fish in California.

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.

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.

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

Review specific water body regulations for exceptions.

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