San Francisco Bay is continuing to warm up for the spring fishing season as we settle into April. The weather today is calm and bright, with a high of around 62°F and minimal wind—perfect fishing conditions for anglers looking to make the most of their time on the water. Sunrise was at 6:53 AM, and sunset will be at 7:33 PM, giving you plenty of daylight hours to reel in some beauties.

The tides are on your side today: the early morning low tide around 3:35 AM brings plenty of opportunity to fish deeper channels, and the high tide around 10:20 AM will encourage fish to push into shallower feeding grounds.

In terms of fish activity, California Halibut is the star of the show as we dive into peak season. Anglers have been reporting good catches, both inside the bay and near prominent hotspots such as Berkeley Flats. Striped Bass are also making appearances, especially in areas closer to the Delta. Recent counts from local charter boats show steady numbers: a ½ day trip on March 31 yielded catches of 2 Halibut and 3 Striped Bass for one group, and similar results have been observed for other recent trips. Jacksmelt, perch, and some rays and sharks are still present, adding variety for shoreline anglers.

For bait and lures, you can't go wrong with soft plastics like Keitech FAT Swing Impacts and P-Line Twin Tail Squids, especially in white or chartreuse. For jigging, consider metal jigs such as Diamond Jigs or Copper Pipe Jigs, which remain reliable for enticing Halibut in deeper waters. Natural bait options like anchovies, grass shrimp, and pile worms are highly effective, particularly for Striped Bass and other bottom-feeders.

If you're looking for prime fishing spots today, Berkeley Flats is an excellent choice for boat anglers hunting Halibut or Striped Bass. For pier action, Fort Point Pier and Candlestick Park are solid options, with opportunities to catch perch, flounder, and even the occasional sturgeon. If you're willing to venture further offshore, the Farallon Islands are a premier destination for Lingcod, Rockfish, and larger Halibut.

Remember to stay compliant with regulations: Sturgeon is catch-and-release only, and keep in mind that perch fishing is restricted from April 1 to August 1 within the Bay, except for shinerperch, which have a 20-fish limit. If you're crabbing, Rock Crabs are fair game, but Dungeness may only be kept outside the Golden Gate.

Good luck out there today—conditions are perfect, and the fish are biting! Tight lines!

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your San Francisco Bay fishing report for March 31, 2025.

We've got a high tide of 6.43 feet at 1:10 AM and a low tide of -0.81 feet at 7:35 AM. The next high tide hits 4.97 feet at 2:26 PM, followed by a low of 1.71 feet at 7:27 PM. Sunrise is at 6:56 AM, and we'll see the sun set at 7:32 PM.

Weather's looking decent today - partly cloudy with highs around 62°F and a light westerly breeze. Perfect conditions for wetting a line!

Fish activity has been picking up lately as we head into spring. Striped bass are showing up in good numbers, with several anglers reporting catches in the 5-10 pound range. California halibut action is also improving, especially around Angel Island and Alcatraz. A few lucky folks have even landed some early season salmon, though the season doesn't officially open for another month.

For stripers, guys are having luck with swimbaits like the Tsunami Swim Shad in pearl white, as well as topwater lures early in the morning. Halibut are hitting on live anchovies or swimbaits bounced along the bottom. Don't forget about the perch either - they're biting well on pile worms or small pieces of shrimp.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd recommend trying the Berkeley Flats for halibut or the Alameda Rock Wall for stripers. The waters around Treasure Island have also been productive lately.

For you shark enthusiasts out there, leopard sharks are starting to make a showing. Fresh sardines or chunks of mackerel seem to be working well.

Oh, and here's a little insider tip: word on the street is that some monster sturgeon have been hooked near the Dumbarton Bridge. Just remember, it's catch and release only for these prehistoric beasts.

For you shore anglers, the fishing piers have been producing some decent action. McNear's Beach Pier in San Rafael has been hot for stripers, and folks are even landing the occasional sturgeon there.

If you're heading out on a boat, make sure to check the latest regulations. Remember, no keeping of Dungeness crab inside the bay, but rock crabs are fair game.

Lastly, don't forget about the humble jacksmelt. They might not be glamorous, but they're fun to catch and make great bait for larger predators.

That's all for now, folks. Remember to grab your 2025 fishing license if you haven't already. Tight lines, and I'll catch you on the next report!

Hey there, fellow Bay Area anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for March 30, 2025.

We've got a high tide at 11:43 AM today, hitting 6.43 feet, with a low of 0.89 feet at 5:56 PM. Sunrise was at 6:47 AM and sunset will be at 7:31 PM. Weather's looking decent - partly cloudy with highs around 62°F and a light westerly breeze.

Fish activity has been picking up lately as we head into spring. Striped bass are starting to show up in good numbers, with several anglers reporting catches in the 5-10 pound range. California halibut action is also improving, especially around Angel Island and Alcatraz. A few lucky folks have even landed some early season salmon, though the season doesn't officially open for another month.

For stripers, guys are having luck with swimbaits like the Tsunami Swim Shad in pearl white, as well as topwater lures early in the morning. Halibut are hitting on live anchovies or swimbaits bounced along the bottom. Don't forget about the perch either - they're biting well on pile worms or small pieces of shrimp.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd recommend trying the Berkeley Flats for halibut or the Alameda Rock Wall for stripers. The waters around Treasure Island have also been productive lately.

For bait, fresh anchovies or smelt have been working best for halibut. If you're after rays or sharks, squid or chunks of mackerel are your best bet. Remember, fresher is always better when it comes to bait.

A word to the wise - make sure you've got your 2025 fishing license and are up to date on all the regulations. The Department of Fish and Wildlife has been cracking down lately, especially around the piers.

That's all for now, folks. Tight lines and see you on the water!

Hey there, fellow Bay Area anglers! Artificial Lure here with your San Francisco Bay fishing report for March 28, 2025.

We've got a high tide at 11:04 AM today, hitting 5.15 feet, with a low of 2.46 feet at 4:22 PM. Sunrise was at 5:48 AM and sunset will be at 6:01 PM. Weather's looking decent - partly cloudy with highs around 62°F and a light westerly breeze.

Fish activity has been picking up lately as we head into spring. Striped bass are showing up in good numbers, with several anglers reporting catches in the 5-10 pound range. California halibut action is also improving, especially around Angel Island and Alcatraz. A few lucky folks have even landed some early season salmon, though the season doesn't officially open for another month.

For stripers, guys are having luck with swimbaits like the Tsunami Swim Shad in pearl white, as well as topwater lures early in the morning. Halibut are hitting on live anchovies or swimbaits bounced along the bottom. Don't forget about the perch either - they're biting well on pile worms or small pieces of shrimp.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd recommend trying the Berkeley Flats for halibut or the Alameda Rock Wall for stripers. The waters around Treasure Island have also been productive lately.

For you shark enthusiasts out there, leopard sharks are starting to make a showing. Remember, there's a 36-inch minimum size limit and a daily bag limit of 3 fish. Fresh sardines or chunks of mackerel seem to be working well.

Oh, and here's a little insider tip: word on the street is that some monster sturgeon have been hooked near the Dumbarton Bridge. Just remember, it's catch and release only for these prehistoric beasts.

For you shore anglers, the fishing piers have been producing some decent action. McNear's Beach Pier in San Rafael has been hot for stripers, and folks are even landing the occasional sturgeon there.

If you're heading out on a boat, make sure to check the latest regulations. Remember, no keeping of Dungeness crab inside the bay, but rock crabs are fair game.

Lastly, don't forget about the humble jacksmelt. They might not be glamorous, but they're fun to catch and make great bait for larger predators.

That's all for now, folks. Remember to grab your 2025 fishing license if you haven't already. Tight lines, and I'll catch you on the next report!

Hey there, fellow Bay Area anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for March 26, 2025.

We've got a low tide of 1.44 feet at 6:30 AM, followed by a high tide of 4.99 feet at 6:29 PM. Sunrise is at 5:42 AM and sunset at 5:53 PM. Weather's looking decent with partly cloudy skies and highs around 62°F, with a light westerly breeze.

Fish activity has been picking up as we head into spring. Striped bass are showing up in good numbers, with several anglers reporting catches in the 5-10 pound range. California halibut action is also improving, especially around Angel Island and Alcatraz. A few lucky folks have even landed some early season salmon, though the season doesn't officially open for another month.

Recent reports show a mix of species being caught. The Flash II has been landing striped bass, sturgeon, and leopard sharks. Some party boats are reporting decent catches of halibut, striped bass, and even a few white seabass.

For stripers, swimbaits like the Tsunami Swim Shad in pearl white are working well, as are topwater lures early in the morning. Halibut are hitting on live anchovies or swimbaits bounced along the bottom. Don't forget about the perch either - they're biting well on pile worms or small pieces of shrimp.

Bait-wise, fresh herring or large anchovies are your best bet for halibut. For stripers, try using cut bait like anchovies or grass shrimp. If you're after sturgeon, remember it's catch and release only.

Hot spots to check out: the Berkeley Flats for halibut, the Alameda Rock Wall for stripers, and the waters around Treasure Island have been productive lately. McNear Beach Pier in San Rafael has also been seeing some good action.

Remember, no perch may be kept in San Francisco Bay from April 1 to August 1, except for shinerperch. Also, Dungeness crab can't be kept from inside the bay - you've gotta be outside the Golden Gate for those.

Tight lines, everyone! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until next time.

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your San Francisco Bay fishing report for March 24, 2025. Let's dive right in!

We've got a high tide of 7.05 feet at 6:53 AM and a low tide of 1.48 feet at 2:20 PM. Sunrise was at 7:06 AM, and we'll see the sun dip below the horizon at 7:26 PM. Weather-wise, we're looking at partly cloudy skies with highs around 62°F and a light westerly breeze. Perfect conditions for a day on the water!

Fishing activity has been picking up lately as we head into spring. Striped bass are starting to show up in good numbers, with several anglers reporting catches in the 5-10 pound range. California halibut action is also improving, especially around Angel Island and Alcatraz. A few lucky folks have even landed some early season salmon, though the season doesn't officially open for another month.

For stripers, guys are having luck with swimbaits like the Tsunami Swim Shad in pearl white, as well as topwater lures early in the morning. Halibut are hitting on live anchovies or swimbaits bounced along the bottom. Don't forget about the perch either - they're biting well on pile worms or small pieces of shrimp.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd recommend trying the Berkeley Flats for halibut or the Alameda Rock Wall for stripers. The waters around Treasure Island have also been productive lately.

Remember, the perch regulations change on April 1st, so get your fill now before the season closes in the bay. Sturgeon fishing is catch-and-release only, but there have been some nice ones hooked recently.

For bait, nothing beats live anchovies or shiner perch if you can get your hands on them. If you're using artificials, try white or chartreuse plastics to mimic the local baitfish.

That's all for now, folks. Tight lines and see you on the water!

Hey there, fellow Bay Area anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for March 23, 2025.

We've got a high tide at 6:25 AM today, hitting 5.09 feet, with a low of 0.21 feet at 1:51 PM. Sunrise was at 7:08 AM and sunset will be at 7:25 PM. Weather's looking decent - partly cloudy with highs around 62°F and a light westerly breeze.

Fish activity has been picking up lately as we head into spring. Striped bass are starting to show up in good numbers, with several anglers reporting catches in the 5-10 pound range. California halibut action is also improving, especially around Angel Island and Alcatraz. A few lucky folks have even landed some early season salmon, though the season doesn't officially open for another month.

For stripers, guys are having luck with swimbaits like the Tsunami Swim Shad in pearl white, as well as topwater lures early in the morning. Halibut are hitting on live anchovies or swimbaits bounced along the bottom. Don't forget about the perch either - they're biting well on pile worms or small pieces of shrimp.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd recommend trying the Berkeley Flats for halibut or the Alameda Rock Wall for stripers. The waters around Treasure Island have also been productive lately.

For you shark enthusiasts out there, leopard sharks are starting to make a showing. Remember, there's a 36-inch minimum size limit and a daily bag limit of 3 fish. Fresh sardines or chunks of mackerel seem to be working well.

Oh, and here's a little insider tip: word on the street is that some monster sturgeon have been hooked near the Dumbarton Bridge. Just remember, it's catch and release only for these prehistoric beasts.

For you shore anglers, the fishing piers have been producing some decent action. McNear's Beach Pier in San Rafael has been hot for stripers, and folks are even landing the occasional sturgeon there.

If you're heading out on a boat, make sure to check the latest regulations. Remember, no keeping of Dungeness crab inside the bay, but rock crabs are fair game.

Lastly, don't forget about the humble jacksmelt. They might not be glamorous, but they're fun to catch and make great bait for larger predators.

That's all for now, folks. Remember to grab your 2025 fishing license if you haven't already. Tight lines, and I'll catch you on the next report!

Hey there, fellow Bay Area anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for March 22, 2025.

We've got a high tide at 11:37 AM today, hitting 5.9 feet, with a low of 0.2 feet at 6:01 PM. Sunrise was at 7:05 AM and sunset will be at 7:22 PM. Weather's looking decent - partly cloudy with highs around 65°F and a light westerly breeze.

Fish activity has been picking up nicely as we head deeper into spring. Striped bass are showing up in good numbers, with several anglers reporting catches in the 5-15 pound range. California halibut action is also improving, especially around Angel Island and Alcatraz. We're even seeing some early season salmon, though the season doesn't officially open for another week or so.

For stripers, folks are having luck with swimbaits like the Tsunami Swim Shad in pearl white, as well as topwater lures early in the morning. Halibut are hitting on live anchovies or swimbaits bounced along the bottom. Don't forget about the perch either - they're biting well on pile worms or small pieces of shrimp.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd recommend trying the Berkeley Flats for halibut or the Alameda Rock Wall for stripers. The waters around Treasure Island have also been productive lately. For you shore anglers, Crissy Field and Fort Point have been producing some nice catches.

Live bait has been the ticket lately, with anchovies and shiner perch being top choices. If you're using artificials, white or chartreuse have been good colors. For you sturgeon hunters, ghost shrimp and eel are your best bets.

Remember to grab your 2025 fishing license if you haven't already. And don't forget, the salmon season opens on April 1st, so get those rods ready!

Tight lines, everyone! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until next time.

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your San Francisco Bay fishing report for March 21, 2025. Let's dive right in!

First off, we're looking at a high tide of 5.14 feet at 4:11 AM, followed by a low of 0.56 feet at 11:34 AM. The next high tide hits at 8:10 PM, reaching 3.72 feet. Sunrise is at 7:11 AM, with sunset at 7:23 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with.

Weather-wise, we're in for a partly cloudy day with highs around 62°F and a light westerly breeze. Not too shabby for a spring day on the bay!

Now, onto the good stuff - the fish! Striped bass action has been heating up lately, with several anglers reporting catches in the 5-10 pound range. California halibut are also making a strong showing, especially around Angel Island and Alcatraz. We've even heard whispers of a few early season salmon, though remember the season doesn't officially open for another month.

For you striper chasers, swimbaits like the Tsunami Swim Shad in pearl white have been killer, as well as topwater lures in the early morning hours. If you're targeting halibut, live anchovies or swimbaits bounced along the bottom are your best bet. Don't forget about the perch either - they're biting well on pile worms or small pieces of shrimp.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying the Berkeley Flats for halibut or the Alameda Rock Wall for stripers. The waters around Treasure Island have also been producing lately.

Lastly, don't forget your 2025 fishing license, and remember that no perch may be kept in the bay from April 1 to August 1, except for shinerperch with a 20 fish limit. For you sturgeon enthusiasts, it's catch and release only this season.

That's all for now, folks. Tight lines, and I'll catch you on the next report!

Hey there, fellow Bay Area anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for March 19, 2025. We've got a high tide at 9:47 AM today, hitting 5.6 feet, with a low of 0.3 feet at 4:12 PM. Sunrise was at 7:12 AM and sunset will be at 7:21 PM. Weather's looking decent - partly cloudy with highs around 64°F and a light westerly breeze.

Fish activity has been picking up lately as we head into spring. Striped bass are showing up in good numbers, with several anglers reporting catches in the 5-15 pound range. California halibut action is also improving, especially around Angel Island and Alcatraz. The herring run is winding down, but there are still some schools around, attracting predators.

For stripers, guys are having luck with swimbaits like the Keitech FAT Swing Impact in pearl white, as well as topwater lures early in the morning. Halibut are hitting on live anchovies or swimbaits bounced along the bottom. Don't forget about the perch either - they're biting well on pile worms or small pieces of shrimp.

Recent reports show some nice catches coming from the Berkeley Flats and along the Alameda Rock Wall. A few lucky anglers even landed some early season salmon near the Marin coast, though remember the season doesn't officially open for another couple weeks.

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd recommend trying the waters around Treasure Island for stripers or the south end of Angel Island for halibut. The Oyster Point area has also been productive lately for a mix of species.

For bait, fresh anchovies or sardines are hard to beat. If you're using artificials, those 4-5 inch swimbaits in white or chartreuse have been working well. Don't be afraid to throw some topwater lures like poppers early in the morning or late evening for some exciting strikes.

Remember to grab your 2025 fishing license if you haven't already. And as always, be safe out there and respect our beautiful bay. Tight lines, everyone!