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Sausalito, CA Fishing Trip — May

Your Sausalito, CA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 51°F0.1" rain · 1 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Chinook SalmonExcellent
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
SteelheadExcellent
Steelhead
Various
HalibutExcellent
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
RockfishExcellent
Rockfish
Various
LingcodExcellent
Lingcod
Various
Dungeness CrabGood
Dungeness Crab
Crab Traps · Ring Nets
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various

May Weather in Sausalito

71°F
Avg High
51°F
Avg Low
0.1"
Rainfall
1
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

6 Guides Matched

Salty Lady Sportfishing - Salty Lady Sportfishing
Salty Lady Sportfishing

Salty Lady Sportfishing

4.8(29)Top Rated
Sausalito, California
New Rayann Sportfishing - New Rayann Sportfishing
New Rayann Sportfishing

New Rayann Sportfishing

4.9(18)Top Rated

FOR RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CALL CAPTAIN JOHNNY (415) 924-6851

Sausalito, California
Blue Runner Sportfishing - Blue Runner Sportfishing
Blue Runner Sportfishing

Blue Runner Sportfishing

4.5(28)Top Rated

Come onboard the Blue Runner Sportfishing for a great day of fishing in California. Call 415-497-4098 to reserve your spot.">

BluefishSpot
Sausalito, California
Outer Limits - Outer Limits
Outer Limits

Outer Limits

4.8(16)Top Rated

Come enjoy a day on the water with us. Big C Charters is dedicated to giving clients their best day ever inside and outside the Golden Gate. With experienced and friendly crew combined with the most comfortable boats in the fleet Big C Charters can’t be beat.

Sausalito, California
Hog Heaven Sport Fishing - Hog Heaven Sport Fishing
Hog Heaven Sport Fishing

Hog Heaven Sport Fishing

4.5(10)Top Rated
inshore
Sausalito, California
Reel Time Charters - Reel Time Charters
Reel Time Charters

Reel Time Charters

Sausalito, California

Memorial At Sea | United States | Sanfranciscoashscattering.com

inshore
Sausalito, 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

Striped Bass

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

Dungeness Crab

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

Chinook Salmon

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

Steelhead

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

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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.

Buy License Online — California

Species Regulations

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.

Steelhead
Season:Varies by river; check current regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by river; check current regulations
Size Limit:Varies by river; check current regulations

Regulations vary significantly by river system, including catch-and-release only sections and gear restrictions. A Steelhead Report Card is required in addition to a valid fishing license.

Halibut
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum total length

Specific area closures may apply; check current regulations before fishing. Gear restrictions may apply in certain areas.

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