Portola Valley, CA Fishing Trip — August

Your Portola Valley, CA Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 54°F0.1" rain · 1 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

TunaExcellent
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
GrouperGood
Grouper
Various

August Weather in Portola Valley

79°F
Avg High
54°F
Avg Low
0.1"
Rainfall
1
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

63 Guides Near Portola Valley

No guides are based in Portola Valley, but these guides operate nearby.

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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 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

Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check current regulations booklet for any specific closures or gear restrictions that may apply.

Grouper
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day, no more than 5 of any one species
Size Limit:No size limit

Grouper are rare in California waters; most catches are incidental. Check current regulations booklet for any specific closures or gear restrictions that may apply.

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