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Mendota, CA Fishing Trip — December

Your Mendota, CA Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 55°F / Low 41°F2.1" rain · 3 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in December

Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
White BassLow
White Bass
Various
Hybrid Striped BassLow
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various

December Weather in Mendota

55°F
Avg High
41°F
Avg Low
2.1"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days

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

37 Guides Near Mendota

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

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Chris' Fishing and Whale Watching - Chris' Fishing and Whale Watching
Chris' Fishing and Whale Watching

Chris' Fishing and Whale Watching

4.6(830)Top Rated

Year round whale watching in Monterey, CA. Trips leave at 10:00am and 1:30pm daily. Annual pass is available. Whale spotted daily all year long!

Monterey, California
Kittredge Sports - Joe Joerger
Joe Joerger

Kittredge Sports

4.5(354)Top Rated

Proudly serving Mammoth Lakes for 58 Years! Premier outdoor and ski shop specializing in all your winter activies. Rentals, Retail, & Repair.

freshwater
Mammoth Lakes, California
Morro Bay Landing - Morro Bay Landing
Morro Bay Landing

Morro Bay Landing

4.5(267)Top Rated

Welcome to Morro Bay Landing. Book one of our premier central coast ocean excursions for sportfishing, whale watching, and cruises.

Morro Bay, California
J & M Sportfishing - J & M Sportfishing
J & M Sportfishing

J & M Sportfishing

4.6(224)Top Rated

Welcome to J&M Sport Fishing in beautiful Monterey, California. We offer fishing charters that depart from Monterey Old Fisherman's Wharf.

Monterey, California
Virg's Landing, Fishing Charters, Tackle Store & Marine Center - Virg's Landing, Fishing Charters, Tackle Store & Marine Center
Virg's Landing, Fishing Charters, Tackle Store & Marine Center

Virg's Landing, Fishing Charters, Tackle Store & Marine Center

4.3(322)

Since 1954, Virg's Landing has been setting the standard for quality sportfishing and other excursions in Morro Bay!

Morro Bay, California
Sierra Drifters Guide Service - Sierra Drifters Guide Service
Sierra Drifters Guide Service

Sierra Drifters Guide Service

5(127)Top Rated

We guide you to trophy trout fishing in the eastern sierra using a fun and user friendly approach to fly fishing with our expert team.

Speckled Trout
Mammoth Lakes, California
Santa Cruz Charters - Santa Cruz Charters
Santa Cruz Charters

Santa Cruz Charters

4.8(120)Top Rated
Santa Cruz, California
Stagnaro Charter Boats - Stagnaro Charter Boats
Stagnaro Charter Boats

Stagnaro Charter Boats

4.6(141)Top Rated
Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz Coastal Charters - Santa Cruz Coastal Charters
Santa Cruz Coastal Charters

Santa Cruz Coastal Charters

5(78)Top Rated

Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay California BEST Fishing Charter Tour! Join Captain Rodney and crew for daily personalized fishing and wildlife viewing cruises great for all ages and experience levels.

Santa Cruz, California
Echo Adventure Cooperative - Echo Adventure Cooperative
Echo Adventure Cooperative

Echo Adventure Cooperative

4.8(94)Top Rated

Providing socially and environmentally sustainable travel, and adventure goods and services through our worker-owned cooperative. Including backcountry hikes, family tours, backpacking, and fly fishing in Yosemite National Park!

Groveland, California
Black Pearl Sportfishing - Black Pearl Sportfishing
Black Pearl Sportfishing

Black Pearl Sportfishing

4.9(72)Top Rated
Morro Bay, California
Pacific-charters - Pacific-charters
Pacific-charters

Pacific-charters

4.8(69)Top Rated
Morro Bay, 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

Largemouth Bass

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White Bass

Various
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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

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Shaver Lake2 guides · 64 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 freshwater Fishing

  • 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

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.

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific regulations for the water body you intend to fish, as some locations may have specific limits.

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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