Ventura, CA Fishing Trip — May

Your Ventura, CA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 53°F0.1" rain · 0 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

7 species
Bluefin TunaExcellent
Bluefin Tuna
Various
Calico BassExcellent
Calico Bass
Casting · Jigging
HalibutExcellent
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
YellowtailExcellent
Yellowtail
Trolling · Live Bait
RockfishExcellent
Rockfish
Various
BarracudaExcellent
Barracuda
Trolling · Casting
White SeabassGood
White Seabass
Live Bait · Jigging

May Weather in Ventura

71°F
Avg High
53°F
Avg Low
0.1"
Rainfall
0
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

2 in Ventura + 13 Nearby

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Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Light rain jacket
$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.

Things to Do in Ventura

Activities for your non-fishing days

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

Bluefin Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Regulations may change in-season based on quotas; check current regulations booklet for updates.

Calico Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum total length

Regulations may vary by location; check current regulations booklet.

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.

Yellowtail
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum fork length

Regulations may vary by location; check current regulations booklet.

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