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Target Species of Fish

Based on historical data for fishing Santa Monica, you should target one of the following species for this time of year:

  1. Chub Mackerel

    2. Chub Mackerel

    There is a 28.94% catch rate for Chub Mackerel, based on 3003 Chub Mackerel counted.

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  2. Queenfish

    3. Queenfish

    There is a 17.24% catch rate for Queenfish, based on 1789 Queenfish counted.

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  3. California Sheephead

    4. California Sheephead

    There is a 13.22% catch rate for California Sheephead, based on 1372 California Sheephead counted.

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  4. White Seabass

    5. White Seabass

    There is a 12.68% catch rate for White Seabass, based on 1316 White Seabass counted.

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  5. Kelp Bass

    6. Kelp Bass

    There is a 10.35% catch rate for Kelp Bass, based on 1074 Kelp Bass counted.

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  6. Giant Sea Bass

    7. Giant Sea Bass

    There is a 3.99% catch rate for Giant Sea Bass, based on 414 Giant Sea Bass counted.

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  7. Kelp Rockfish

    8. Kelp Rockfish

    There is a 3.25% catch rate for Kelp Rockfish, based on 337 Kelp Rockfish counted.

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  8. Cabezon

    9. Cabezon

    There is a 2.56% catch rate for Cabezon, based on 266 Cabezon counted.

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  9. Black Rockfish

    10. Black Rockfish

    There is a 2.53% catch rate for Black Rockfish, based on 263 Black Rockfish counted.

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  10. Lingcod

    11. Lingcod

    There is a 2.5% catch rate for Lingcod, based on 259 Lingcod counted.

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Recommendations above based on 24 species of fish and 10376 fish counted for June around Santa Monica.

To date, there are 62 species of fish and a total of 54403 fish counted for Santa Monica and within a 30 mile (48 km) radius since 1/31/1877 (146 years).

Last Update: 6/9/2023 4:17:24 AM

*** PLEASE NOTE ***
Please check local, state/province, and federal laws before fishing for any species found on this site. All data is based on historical data found for this area, and in some cases as far back as the year 1600.

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Top Santa Monica Fishing Spots

The Top 10 Fishing Spots for Santa Monica are the following:

  1. Harrison Reef

  2. Santa Monica Bay Reef 20
    Santa Monica Bay Reef 20

  3. Bolsa Chica Reef 4
    Bolsa Chica Reef 4 Orange, California

  4. Horseshoe Kelp Beds

  5. San Pedro Escarpment

  6. the spots
    sweet day in la harbor

  7. The Point
    Leopard sharks, bat rays, shovel nose, smelts, and a mystery fish.

  8. Volcanic Reef
    Volcanic Reef

  9. guitar fish
    pier H in long beach next to queen Mary

  10. Topanga Reef Center
    Topanga Reef Center

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Top Santa Monica Bait & Tackle Stores

  1. Bob Sands Fishing Tackle

  2. Redondo Beach Sportfishing
    A full service Sportfishing Landing offering public and private fishing charters, local and Catalina, rental rods, bait, tackle, fishing licenses, t-shirts, sweatshirts and hats with our logo and much more.
  3. Reel Power Handles

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Top Santa Monica Fishing Charters & Guides

  1. Malibu Pier Sport Fishing Pier
    Malibu Pier is a Southern California icon in an area once called the Riviera of America. The historic landmark is located in the heart of California's surf culture. Surfers from around the world come to Surfrider Beach adjacent to Malibu Pier, known
  2. Redondo Beach Sportfishing
    A full service Sportfishing Landing offering public and private fishing charters, local and Catalina, rental rods, bait, tackle, fishing licenses, t-shirts, sweatshirts and hats with our logo and much more.
  3. Marina Del Rey Sportfishing
    Marina Del Rey Sportfishing offers daily Open Party Fishing Trips. We have four boats ​that include Spitfire, Betty-O, New Del Mar and Tourist.

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Top Santa Monica Marinas

  1. Marina Del Rey Sportfishing
    Marina Del Rey Sportfishing offers daily Open Party Fishing Trips. We have four boats ​that include Spitfire, Betty-O, New Del Mar and Tourist.
  2. Pierpoint Landing
    We offer an array of different fishing types to satisfy every style of angler. From beginner to seasoned pro, from 1/2 day fishing to deep sea fishing too, there is some type of fishing at Pierpoint Landing for all anglers.

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