Long Beach, CA Fishing Trip — September

Your Long Beach, CA Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 65°F1.2" rain · 2 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in September

7 species
HalibutExcellent
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
Calico BassGood
Calico Bass
Casting · Jigging
White SeabassGood
White Seabass
Live Bait · Jigging
BarracudaGood
Barracuda
Trolling · Casting
Bluefin TunaFair
Bluefin Tuna
Various
YellowtailFair
Yellowtail
Trolling · Live Bait
RockfishFair
Rockfish
Various

September Weather in Long Beach

79°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
1.2"
Rainfall
2
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

6 Guides Matched

$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 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.

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Species Regulations

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.

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.

White Seabass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:28-inch minimum

Closed March 15 through June 15. Only allowed one fish per person, even when fishing from a boat.

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.

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