Long Beach, CA Fishing Trip — April

Your Long 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

Yellowtail

Excellent

Yellowtail

Trolling · Live Bait

Bluefin Tuna

Good

Bluefin Tuna

Various

Calico Bass

Good

Calico Bass

Casting · Jigging

Barracuda

Good

Barracuda

Trolling · Casting

Halibut

Good

Halibut

Bottom Fishing · Trolling

Rockfish

Good

Rockfish

Various

White Seabass

Fair

White Seabass

Live Bait · Jigging

April Weather in Long 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

Long Beach Sportfishing, LLC (NEW WEBSITE CLICK WEBSITE ICON BELOW!)

Long Beach, California

Pierpoint Landing Sportfishing

Deep sea sportfishing from Long Beach California. Catch bass, rockfish, tuna, yellowtail, sheephead, whitefish, and more, on modern Sport boats.

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Long Beach, California

Nemocharters

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Deep sea fishing charter to go fishing in Long Beach, Ca

Long Beach, California

Fishing Charters 365

Fishing Charters 365 | Catch Big Bluefin Tuna Year-Round! Experience the thrill of fishing in the beautiful waters of California from San Diego to Long Beach. Come catch the fish of your dreams with us today!

Bluefin TunaTuna

Long Beach, California

Southern California Adventure Yacht Charters

Long Beach's affordable yacht charter service. Rent a private yacht with captain for your next boat outing. Renting a yacht Los Angeles and Orange county.

Long Beach, California

Dan Hernandez Fishing Adventures

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CodLargemouth BassTuna

Long Beach, California

Prepare for Your Trip

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

For Your Target Species

Speed jigs for deep jigging on tuna schools

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Heavy Jigging Rod

Short powerful rod for deep dropping and jigging

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For Offshore Fishing

Sea-Band Anti-Nausea Wristband

Drug-free nausea relief using acupressure — reusable

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Offshore Rain Jacket

Lightweight waterproof jacket that packs down small for rough seas

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For the Season

Waterproof Backpack

Keeps electronics and gear dry in downpours and spray

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Anti-Fog Sunglasses Spray

Keep polarized lenses clear in humid and rainy conditions

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Trip Essentials

Saltwater-resistant pliers with split ring tool and line cutter

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Waterproof Dry Bag

Roll-top bag for phone, wallet, and keys — keeps everything dry

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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)

Rain jacket or windbreaker

Layered clothing (cooler offshore)

Bug spray

Rain gear

$910

Estimated total for 2 people

$455

per person

Charter $500

Tip $100

Licenses $60

Food $100

Lodging $150

Long Beach from ~$150/night

Pickup in Long Beach

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Long Beach

Activities for your non-fishing days

Boat Tours & Cruises

Snorkeling & Diving

Kayaking & Paddleboarding

Wildlife & Nature Tours

What's Biting By Month

Peak

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Bluefin Tuna

Calico Bass

White Seabass

Barracuda

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

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.

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.

Barracuda

Season:Year-round

Bag Limit:10 per day

Size Limit:28-inch minimum

The general daily bag limit is 20 fish of which no more than 10 fish of any one species may be taken or possessed.

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