San Luis Obispo, CA Fishing Trip — July

Your San Luis Obispo, CA Fishing Trip

July2 peopleFamily Trip
High 74°F / Low 55°F0" rain · 0 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in July

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

July Weather in San Luis Obispo

74°F
Avg High
55°F
Avg Low
0"
Rainfall
0
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

7 Guides Near San Luis Obispo

No guides are based in San Luis Obispo, 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.

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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 freshwater Fishing

  • 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

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.

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.

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.

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