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Long Beach, CA Fishing Trip — May

Your Long Beach, CA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 72°F / Low 58°F0.2" rain · 2 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

7 species
Bluefin TunaExcellent
Bluefin Tuna
Various
Calico BassExcellent
Calico Bass
Casting · Jigging
BarracudaExcellent
Barracuda
Trolling · Casting
YellowtailExcellent
Yellowtail
Trolling · Live Bait
HalibutExcellent
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
RockfishExcellent
Rockfish
Various
White SeabassGood
White Seabass
Live Bait · Jigging

May Weather in Long Beach

72°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
0.2"
Rainfall
2
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

6 Guides Matched

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Long Beach, California
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Don Ashley

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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
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Nemocharters

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Long Beach, California
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Fishing Charters 365

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Fishing Charters 365 | Catch Big Bluefin Tuna Year-Round! Experience the thrill of fishing in the beautiful waters of California from San Diego to Long Beach. Come catch the fish of your dreams with us today!

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Southern California Adventure Yacht Charters

Southern California Adventure Yacht Charters

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Long Beach's affordable yacht charter service. Rent a private yacht with captain for your next boat outing. Renting a yacht Los Angeles and Orange county.

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Dan Hernandez Fishing Adventures - Dan Hernandez Fishing Adventures
Dan Hernandez Fishing Adventures

Dan Hernandez Fishing Adventures

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CodLargemouth BassTuna
Long Beach, California
$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

Bluefin Tuna

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

Calico Bass

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

White Seabass

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

Barracuda

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

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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 Fishing

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

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

Bluefin Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Regulations may change in-season based on quotas; check current regulations booklet for updates.

Calico Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum total length

Regulations may vary by location; check current regulations booklet.

Barracuda
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:28-inch minimum

The general daily bag limit is 20 fish of which no more than 10 fish of any one species may be taken or possessed.

Yellowtail
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum fork length

Regulations may vary by location; check current regulations booklet.

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