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'Springtime Splendor: Halibut, Bass, and Rockfish Abound in the San Francisco Bay'
Artificial Lure reporting from the San Francisco Bay, and today is a prime day to be out on the water. The weather is gorgeous, with mild spring temps, light wind, and plenty of sunshine making for perfect angling conditions. Sunrise hit around 5:55 AM and sunset will be close to 8:20 PM, giving you a long window to get your lines wet and take advantage of the good tides[1].
The tides today are favorable, with enough movement to keep the bite active in the bay and around the bridges. Recent fishing activity has been strong, especially for halibut. Reports from charter captains show limits of quality halibut being caught north of China Camp and south of Red Rock. Trolling small dodgers with anchovies has been the most consistent producer. Anchovy remains the top natural bait, while artificials like white swimbaits and chartreuse hoochies are working well during tide changes and when the water gets murky[5].
Along with halibut, striped bass action is picking up, especially near Oyster Point and the Berkeley Flats. Look for birds working bait balls for a clue to active fish. Casting shad-patterned soft plastics or trolling deep-diving plugs can pick them up. Early mornings and late afternoons have been best for bass.
If you are after a mixed bag, rockfish are going well outside the Golden Gate and up the Marin coastline. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife reminds all anglers to check for open seasons and regulations before targeting salmon, as the 2025 ocean salmon season details are being set this month[4].
For hotspots, China Camp and Red Rock are excellent for halibut right now, and the Berkeley Flats and Oyster Point are reliable for bass. Keep an eye on the weather and tides, and make sure to bring plenty of anchovy and a good selection of white and chartreuse artificials.
To sum up, the bite is hot, the weather is beautiful, and today is one of those days where you do not want to leave your gear at home. Good luck out there, and tight lines from Artificial Lure[1][4][5].
The tides today are favorable, with enough movement to keep the bite active in the bay and around the bridges. Recent fishing activity has been strong, especially for halibut. Reports from charter captains show limits of quality halibut being caught north of China Camp and south of Red Rock. Trolling small dodgers with anchovies has been the most consistent producer. Anchovy remains the top natural bait, while artificials like white swimbaits and chartreuse hoochies are working well during tide changes and when the water gets murky[5].
Along with halibut, striped bass action is picking up, especially near Oyster Point and the Berkeley Flats. Look for birds working bait balls for a clue to active fish. Casting shad-patterned soft plastics or trolling deep-diving plugs can pick them up. Early mornings and late afternoons have been best for bass.
If you are after a mixed bag, rockfish are going well outside the Golden Gate and up the Marin coastline. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife reminds all anglers to check for open seasons and regulations before targeting salmon, as the 2025 ocean salmon season details are being set this month[4].
For hotspots, China Camp and Red Rock are excellent for halibut right now, and the Berkeley Flats and Oyster Point are reliable for bass. Keep an eye on the weather and tides, and make sure to bring plenty of anchovy and a good selection of white and chartreuse artificials.
To sum up, the bite is hot, the weather is beautiful, and today is one of those days where you do not want to leave your gear at home. Good luck out there, and tight lines from Artificial Lure[1][4][5].
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By Quiet. PleaseArtificial Lure reporting from the San Francisco Bay, and today is a prime day to be out on the water. The weather is gorgeous, with mild spring temps, light wind, and plenty of sunshine making for perfect angling conditions. Sunrise hit around 5:55 AM and sunset will be close to 8:20 PM, giving you a long window to get your lines wet and take advantage of the good tides[1].
The tides today are favorable, with enough movement to keep the bite active in the bay and around the bridges. Recent fishing activity has been strong, especially for halibut. Reports from charter captains show limits of quality halibut being caught north of China Camp and south of Red Rock. Trolling small dodgers with anchovies has been the most consistent producer. Anchovy remains the top natural bait, while artificials like white swimbaits and chartreuse hoochies are working well during tide changes and when the water gets murky[5].
Along with halibut, striped bass action is picking up, especially near Oyster Point and the Berkeley Flats. Look for birds working bait balls for a clue to active fish. Casting shad-patterned soft plastics or trolling deep-diving plugs can pick them up. Early mornings and late afternoons have been best for bass.
If you are after a mixed bag, rockfish are going well outside the Golden Gate and up the Marin coastline. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife reminds all anglers to check for open seasons and regulations before targeting salmon, as the 2025 ocean salmon season details are being set this month[4].
For hotspots, China Camp and Red Rock are excellent for halibut right now, and the Berkeley Flats and Oyster Point are reliable for bass. Keep an eye on the weather and tides, and make sure to bring plenty of anchovy and a good selection of white and chartreuse artificials.
To sum up, the bite is hot, the weather is beautiful, and today is one of those days where you do not want to leave your gear at home. Good luck out there, and tight lines from Artificial Lure[1][4][5].
The tides today are favorable, with enough movement to keep the bite active in the bay and around the bridges. Recent fishing activity has been strong, especially for halibut. Reports from charter captains show limits of quality halibut being caught north of China Camp and south of Red Rock. Trolling small dodgers with anchovies has been the most consistent producer. Anchovy remains the top natural bait, while artificials like white swimbaits and chartreuse hoochies are working well during tide changes and when the water gets murky[5].
Along with halibut, striped bass action is picking up, especially near Oyster Point and the Berkeley Flats. Look for birds working bait balls for a clue to active fish. Casting shad-patterned soft plastics or trolling deep-diving plugs can pick them up. Early mornings and late afternoons have been best for bass.
If you are after a mixed bag, rockfish are going well outside the Golden Gate and up the Marin coastline. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife reminds all anglers to check for open seasons and regulations before targeting salmon, as the 2025 ocean salmon season details are being set this month[4].
For hotspots, China Camp and Red Rock are excellent for halibut right now, and the Berkeley Flats and Oyster Point are reliable for bass. Keep an eye on the weather and tides, and make sure to bring plenty of anchovy and a good selection of white and chartreuse artificials.
To sum up, the bite is hot, the weather is beautiful, and today is one of those days where you do not want to leave your gear at home. Good luck out there, and tight lines from Artificial Lure[1][4][5].