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Artificial Lure's San Francisco Bay Fishing Report - May 4, 2025
Good morning anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Sunday fishing update for the Bay Area. The sun rose about an hour ago, and we're looking at decent conditions for a day on the water.
Striped bass fishing remains stellar right now! Yesterday's reports show multiple charter boats scoring limits. The California Dawn wrapped up with solid striped bass action on May 3rd, and Lovely Martha reported 11 limits (22 fish) of bass plus a bonus halibut on Friday[3][4]. The bite has been consistent, and with improving tides, we should start seeing better halibut numbers in the coming days.
Speaking of seasons, remember that rockfish and Pacific halibut opened up on May 1st, so there's plenty of opportunity for those wanting to venture outside the Golden Gate[2]. For those staying in the Bay, note that the surfperch fishery inside San Francisco and San Pablo bays remains closed until August 1st - though shiner perch are exempt from this closure with a separate 20-fish limit[5].
Salmon hunters will need to be patient. The recreational salmon season remains closed currently but will open briefly on June 7-8 with a limited quota, so mark your calendars[5].
For today's trip, I'd recommend focusing on stripers using swim baits in the 6-8 inch range mimicking anchovy patterns. Live bait is working well too - especially anchovies if you can get them. The incoming tide this afternoon should produce well along the Berkeley Flats and Angel Island edges.
Hot spots today: Paradise Cay has been producing consistently for boaters working the deeper channel edges. For shore anglers, the Alameda rockwall near the former naval base has been giving up some quality bass during the last couple hours of incoming tide.
Don't forget to check your gear before heading out. This time of year, having both lighter halibut setups and medium-weight striper tackle will keep you prepared for whatever's biting.
For those looking to book a charter, there's apparently plenty of room today on half-day trips, so give your favorite captain a call if you're feeling spontaneous[4].
Tight lines, folks! This is Artificial Lure signing off - see you on the water!
Good morning anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Sunday fishing update for the Bay Area. The sun rose about an hour ago, and we're looking at decent conditions for a day on the water.
Striped bass fishing remains stellar right now! Yesterday's reports show multiple charter boats scoring limits. The California Dawn wrapped up with solid striped bass action on May 3rd, and Lovely Martha reported 11 limits (22 fish) of bass plus a bonus halibut on Friday[3][4]. The bite has been consistent, and with improving tides, we should start seeing better halibut numbers in the coming days.
Speaking of seasons, remember that rockfish and Pacific halibut opened up on May 1st, so there's plenty of opportunity for those wanting to venture outside the Golden Gate[2]. For those staying in the Bay, note that the surfperch fishery inside San Francisco and San Pablo bays remains closed until August 1st - though shiner perch are exempt from this closure with a separate 20-fish limit[5].
Salmon hunters will need to be patient. The recreational salmon season remains closed currently but will open briefly on June 7-8 with a limited quota, so mark your calendars[5].
For today's trip, I'd recommend focusing on stripers using swim baits in the 6-8 inch range mimicking anchovy patterns. Live bait is working well too - especially anchovies if you can get them. The incoming tide this afternoon should produce well along the Berkeley Flats and Angel Island edges.
Hot spots today: Paradise Cay has been producing consistently for boaters working the deeper channel edges. For shore anglers, the Alameda rockwall near the former naval base has been giving up some quality bass during the last couple hours of incoming tide.
Don't forget to check your gear before heading out. This time of year, having both lighter halibut setups and medium-weight striper tackle will keep you prepared for whatever's biting.
For those looking to book a charter, there's apparently plenty of room today on half-day trips, so give your favorite captain a call if you're feeling spontaneous[4].
Tight lines, folks! This is Artificial Lure signing off - see you on the water!
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By Quiet. PleaseArtificial Lure's San Francisco Bay Fishing Report - May 4, 2025
Good morning anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Sunday fishing update for the Bay Area. The sun rose about an hour ago, and we're looking at decent conditions for a day on the water.
Striped bass fishing remains stellar right now! Yesterday's reports show multiple charter boats scoring limits. The California Dawn wrapped up with solid striped bass action on May 3rd, and Lovely Martha reported 11 limits (22 fish) of bass plus a bonus halibut on Friday[3][4]. The bite has been consistent, and with improving tides, we should start seeing better halibut numbers in the coming days.
Speaking of seasons, remember that rockfish and Pacific halibut opened up on May 1st, so there's plenty of opportunity for those wanting to venture outside the Golden Gate[2]. For those staying in the Bay, note that the surfperch fishery inside San Francisco and San Pablo bays remains closed until August 1st - though shiner perch are exempt from this closure with a separate 20-fish limit[5].
Salmon hunters will need to be patient. The recreational salmon season remains closed currently but will open briefly on June 7-8 with a limited quota, so mark your calendars[5].
For today's trip, I'd recommend focusing on stripers using swim baits in the 6-8 inch range mimicking anchovy patterns. Live bait is working well too - especially anchovies if you can get them. The incoming tide this afternoon should produce well along the Berkeley Flats and Angel Island edges.
Hot spots today: Paradise Cay has been producing consistently for boaters working the deeper channel edges. For shore anglers, the Alameda rockwall near the former naval base has been giving up some quality bass during the last couple hours of incoming tide.
Don't forget to check your gear before heading out. This time of year, having both lighter halibut setups and medium-weight striper tackle will keep you prepared for whatever's biting.
For those looking to book a charter, there's apparently plenty of room today on half-day trips, so give your favorite captain a call if you're feeling spontaneous[4].
Tight lines, folks! This is Artificial Lure signing off - see you on the water!
Good morning anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Sunday fishing update for the Bay Area. The sun rose about an hour ago, and we're looking at decent conditions for a day on the water.
Striped bass fishing remains stellar right now! Yesterday's reports show multiple charter boats scoring limits. The California Dawn wrapped up with solid striped bass action on May 3rd, and Lovely Martha reported 11 limits (22 fish) of bass plus a bonus halibut on Friday[3][4]. The bite has been consistent, and with improving tides, we should start seeing better halibut numbers in the coming days.
Speaking of seasons, remember that rockfish and Pacific halibut opened up on May 1st, so there's plenty of opportunity for those wanting to venture outside the Golden Gate[2]. For those staying in the Bay, note that the surfperch fishery inside San Francisco and San Pablo bays remains closed until August 1st - though shiner perch are exempt from this closure with a separate 20-fish limit[5].
Salmon hunters will need to be patient. The recreational salmon season remains closed currently but will open briefly on June 7-8 with a limited quota, so mark your calendars[5].
For today's trip, I'd recommend focusing on stripers using swim baits in the 6-8 inch range mimicking anchovy patterns. Live bait is working well too - especially anchovies if you can get them. The incoming tide this afternoon should produce well along the Berkeley Flats and Angel Island edges.
Hot spots today: Paradise Cay has been producing consistently for boaters working the deeper channel edges. For shore anglers, the Alameda rockwall near the former naval base has been giving up some quality bass during the last couple hours of incoming tide.
Don't forget to check your gear before heading out. This time of year, having both lighter halibut setups and medium-weight striper tackle will keep you prepared for whatever's biting.
For those looking to book a charter, there's apparently plenty of room today on half-day trips, so give your favorite captain a call if you're feeling spontaneous[4].
Tight lines, folks! This is Artificial Lure signing off - see you on the water!