Portola Valley, CA Fishing Trip — December
Your Portola Valley, CA Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 60°F / Low 44°F4.6" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in December
FairGrouper
Various
LowTuna
Trolling · Chunking
December Weather in Portola Valley
60°F
Avg High
44°F
Avg Low
4.6"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
63 Guides Near Portola Valley
No guides are based in Portola Valley, but these guides operate nearby.
$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
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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 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.
Species Regulations
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.
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.