🐟 What fish can you catch in Santa Monica?

Most commonly caught species around Santa Monica , CA : Largemouth bass - 24,552 reported catches Spotted sand bass - 6,116 reported catches Barred sand bass - 4,194 reported catches Kelp bass - 2,551 reported catches California halibut - 2,485 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Santa Monica fishing reports?

The latest Santa Monica , CA fishing reports are: @Travelgal485 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Balboa . @ArthurTT reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Balboa . @ArthurTT reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Balboa . @RodnReelRodney reported a nice Yellowfin croaker at Rosie's Dog Beach . @ArthurTT reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Balboa . .

Fishing in Santa Monica, CA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Santa Monica, California?

Anglers in Santa Monica , CA recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Balboa , Marina del Rey , Los Angeles County Coast , King Harbour Marina , Alondra Park Lake .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Santa Monica?

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California, United States

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Top fish species in Santa Monica

Latest Santa Monica fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Lake Balboa

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Lake Balboa

18 in · 3 lb

Largemouth bass

Lake Balboa

15 in · 2 lb

Yellowfin croaker

Rosie's Dog Beach

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Lake Balboa

13 in · 1 lb

Largemouth bass

Lake Balboa

20 in · 4 lb

Channel catfish

Bell Gardens Ford Park Pond

23 in · 3 lb 3 oz

Largemouth bass

Haines Cyn Debris Basin

length · weight

Mozambique tilapia

Lake Balboa

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Lake Balboa

15 in · 2 lb 2 oz

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Fishing regulations in Santa Monica

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34°01′23.5″N 118°28′52.7″W

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FAQ about Santa Monica fishing

Anglers in Santa Monica, CA recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Balboa, Marina del Rey, Los Angeles County Coast, King Harbour Marina, and Alondra Park Lake.

Most commonly caught species around Santa Monica, CA:

Largemouth bass - 24,552 reported catches
Spotted sand bass - 6,116 reported catches
Barred sand bass - 4,194 reported catches
Kelp bass - 2,551 reported catches
California halibut - 2,485 reported catches

The latest Santa Monica, CA fishing reports are:

@Travelgal485 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Balboa.
@ArthurTT reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Balboa.
@ArthurTT reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Balboa.
@RodnReelRodney reported a nice Yellowfin croaker at Rosie's Dog Beach.
@ArthurTT reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Balboa.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Santa Monica, CA. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: