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Point Arena, CA Fishing Trip — August

Your Point Arena, CA Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 67°F / Low 55°F0" rain · 0 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in August

8 species
Chinook SalmonGood
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
LingcodGood
Lingcod
Various
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various
HalibutGood
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
RockfishGood
Rockfish
Various
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
SteelheadFair
Steelhead
Various
Dungeness CrabLow
Dungeness Crab
Crab Traps · Ring Nets

August Weather in Point Arena

67°F
Avg High
55°F
Avg Low
0"
Rainfall
0
Rainy Days

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

5 Guides Near Point Arena

No guides are based in Point Arena, but these guides operate nearby.

All Aboard Adventures - All Aboard Adventures
All Aboard Adventures

All Aboard Adventures

4.8(87)Top Rated
inshore
Fort Bragg, California
Anchor Charter Boats - Anchor Charter Boats
Anchor Charter Boats

Anchor Charter Boats

4.6(59)Top Rated

Whale Watching and Fishing for Rockfish, Lingcod, Salmon and Tuna in Fort Bragg, CA with the Kraken and Ambush with Anchor Charter Boats

LingcodSalmonStriped Bass
Fort Bragg, California
Mark Crutcher Fishing - Mark Crutcher Fishing
Mark Crutcher Fishing

Mark Crutcher Fishing

5(22)Top Rated

Mark Crutcher Fishing offers unforgettable fishing experiences in Clear Lake, CA. Click to view some FAQs regarding their services!

Lakeport, California
J.Pearl Guide Service - J.Pearl Guide Service
J.Pearl Guide Service

J.Pearl Guide Service

5(11)Top Rated
Nice, California
Ranch Hunt Club Company : Hunting Clubs And Ranches With Fishing - Ranch Hunt Club Company : Hunting Clubs And Ranches With Fishing
Ranch Hunt Club Company : Hunting Clubs And Ranches With Fishing

Ranch Hunt Club Company : Hunting Clubs And Ranches With Fishing

Geyserville, California

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inshore
Geyserville, 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

Striped Bass

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

Dungeness Crab

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

Chinook Salmon

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

Lingcod

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Bodega Bay9 guides · 53 miFort Bragg2 guides · 36 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 inshore Fishing

  • 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.

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Species Regulations

Chinook Salmon

Regulations vary widely by river and time of year; consult the current California Department of Fish and Wildlife regulations booklet for specific locations and seasons. Many rivers have specific gear restrictions and quota systems.

Lingcod
Season:Varies by zone; check regulations
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum total length

Regulations vary by management area; check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish. Some areas may be closed.

Coho Salmon
Season:Varies by zone; check regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by zone; check regulations
Size Limit:Varies by zone; check regulations

Retention of coho salmon is prohibited in the South Central Management Area. Check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish.

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.

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