Avalon, CA Fishing Trip — April

Your Avalon, CA Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 65°F / Low 54°F0.3" rain · 3 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
White BassGood
White Bass
Various

April Weather in Avalon

65°F
Avg High
54°F
Avg Low
0.3"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

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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 Avalon

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.

Buy License Online — California

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Largemouth bass and Smallmouth bass count as one species group for the purposes of bag limits. Review specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for closures or special rules.

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific regulations for the water body you intend to fish, as some locations may have specific limits.

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