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San Francisco Fishing Report


Fishing in San Francisco Bay has been excellent, with anglers landing halibut, striped bass, and rockfish in great numbers. The recent warm weather has improved bait activity, drawing in more fish to the shallower waters. Offshore, lingcod fishing trips in San Francisco have been highly productive, with plenty of quality-sized catches. For those heading further out, San Francisco deep sea fishing has delivered solid action on bluefin tuna and rockfish, making this a prime time to book a trip. Crabbing remains steady, and California crabbing charters continue to yield full pots of delicious Dungeness crab.


We get these questions frequently. What fish are currently biting in San Francisco Bay? Right now, halibut, striped bass, and rockfish are the most active in the bay, while offshore waters are producing lingcod and bluefin tuna. What’s the best fishing trip for beginners? A San Francisco halibut fishing trip or a rockfish fishing charter in SF Bay is perfect for beginners due to the high catch rates and calmer waters. Do I need a fishing license for a San Francisco fishing charter? Yes, all anglers aged 16 and older need a California fishing license, which can be purchased online or at local tackle shops before the trip.

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