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Ridgecrest, CA Fishing Trip — August

Your Ridgecrest, CA Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 102°F / Low 75°F0.1" rain · 1 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in August

5 species
Flathead CatfishGood
Flathead Catfish
Various
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
White BassGood
White Bass
Various
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

August Weather in Ridgecrest

102°F
Avg High
75°F
Avg Low
0.1"
Rainfall
1
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

3 Guides Near Ridgecrest

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

Crawdaddy's Fishing Guide Service - Crawdaddy's Fishing Guide Service
Crawdaddy's Fishing Guide Service

Crawdaddy's Fishing Guide Service

5(7)Top Rated

Discover fishing & boating adventures in Bakersfield, CA. We offer guided fishing trips on our private boat year round.

Bakersfield, California
Deep Creek Outfitters - Deep Creek Outfitters
Deep Creek Outfitters

Deep Creek Outfitters

5(7)Top Rated

We specialize in guided fly fishing trips for trophy trout in the Sierra Nevada and Southern California. DEEP CREEK OUTFITTERS is your one stop shop for all the gear, guides or lodging you need to fly fish. We are located in Crestline, California. Book a trip today!

fly fishingfreshwaterSpeckled Trout
Crestline, California
The Fly Fishing Guy - The Fly Fishing Guy
The Fly Fishing Guy

The Fly Fishing Guy

5Top Rated

Fly Fishing and Fly Casting Consultant for the Film Industry. Location scout for movies and commercials in California. On the Fly with Guy Jeans - fly fishing consultant and scout for the film industry.

fly fishing
Kernville, 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

Flathead Catfish

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

Striped Bass

both
J
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

Largemouth Bass

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

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 fly fishing / freshwater Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • 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.

Buy License Online — California

Species Regulations

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

Review specific water body regulations for exceptions.

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.

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.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:18-inch minimum

Check specific regulations for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and other water bodies as special rules may apply.

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