Rancho Palos Verdes, CA Fishing Trip — September

Your Rancho Palos Verdes, CA Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 77°F / Low 65°F1.6" rain · 3 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in September

5 species
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CarpGood
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Spotted BassGood
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging

September Weather in Rancho Palos Verdes

77°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
1.6"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

54 Guides Near Rancho Palos Verdes

No guides are based in Rancho Palos Verdes, 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 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

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

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

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

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

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.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Carp are considered a non-game fish in California.

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