California Fishing Regulations
Freshwater and saltwater fishing regulations by state.
Selected state: California · Updated: 2024-07-01
Regulations by State
General regulations for California. Many coastal zones and reservoirs have special rules — always confirm on the official source.
| Species | Minimum Size | Bag Limit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
Largemouth Bass | 12 inches | 5 | California Department of Fish and Wildlife |
Striped Bass | 18 inches | 2 | California Department of Fish and Wildlife |
Crappie | No minimum size | 25 | California Department of Fish and Wildlife |
Rainbow Trout | No minimum size | 5 | California Department of Fish and Wildlife |
Brown Trout | No minimum size | 5 | California Department of Fish and Wildlife |
Channel Catfish | No minimum size | 10 | California Department of Fish and Wildlife |
Bluegill (Sunfish) | No minimum size | 25 | California Department of Fish and Wildlife |
White Sturgeon | 40–60 inches (slot) | 1 | California Department of Fish and Wildlife |
White Catfish | No minimum size | 10 | California Department of Fish and Wildlife |
View official California freshwater regulations
Verify current limits and seasons on the official California Department of Fish and Wildlife website.
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