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Fishing in Los Angeles, California
The LA and Long Beach coastline holds calico bass, halibut, and barred surfperch, with seasonal runs of white seabass and yellowtail around the offshore islands.
See live conditions & Bite Score for Los Angeles →Best time to fish
Year-round
Where fish hold
Breakwalls, kelp, sandy flats, and the Channel Islands
What you can catch in Los Angeles
Tactics & tides
Swimbaits and live bait on the structure, Carolina-rigged baits for halibut on the sand.
Halibut feed on moving water over the sand; the bass bite improves on the tide change.
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Fishing in Los Angeles: FAQ
What fish can you catch in Los Angeles?
Popular targets in Los Angeles include California Halibut, Yellowtail (Amberjack), Bonito, Barred Surfperch. The mix shifts with the season and conditions.
When is the best time to fish in Los Angeles?
The prime season is Year-round. Day to day, the bite is usually best on moving water around dawn and dusk. Halibut feed on moving water over the sand; the bass bite improves on the tide change.
Where should you fish in Los Angeles?
Focus on Breakwalls, kelp, sandy flats, and the Channel Islands. Swimbaits and live bait on the structure, Carolina-rigged baits for halibut on the sand.
How do I know if it's a good day to fish in Los Angeles?
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