Huntington Beach, CA Fishing Trip — April

Your Huntington Beach, CA Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 67°F / Low 53°F0.2" rain · 1 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

7 species
YellowtailExcellent
Yellowtail
Trolling · Live Bait
Bluefin TunaGood
Bluefin Tuna
Various
HalibutGood
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
RockfishGood
Rockfish
Various
Calico BassGood
Calico Bass
Casting · Jigging
BarracudaGood
Barracuda
Trolling · Casting
White SeabassFair
White Seabass
Live Bait · Jigging

April Weather in Huntington Beach

67°F
Avg High
53°F
Avg Low
0.2"
Rainfall
1
Rainy Days

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

6 Guides Matched

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 Huntington Beach

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

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.

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.

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.

Rockfish
Season:Varies by zone; check regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by zone; check regulations
Size Limit:Varies by zone; check regulations

Regulations vary significantly by management area and species; check specific regulations for the area and species you intend to fish. There are sub-bag limits for certain rockfish species.

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