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Top Santa Monica Fishing Spots

  1. Harrison Reef
    6/9/2012 1:57:06 PM -

  2. Santa Monica Bay Reef 20
    3/24/2017 7:05:58 AM - Santa Monica Bay Reef 20

  3. Bolsa Chica Reef 4
    4/18/2015 11:35:16 PM - Bolsa Chica Reef 4 Orange, California

  4. Horseshoe Kelp Beds
    11/13/2018 10:30:10 AM -

  5. Calleguas Creek
    6/9/2012 9:43:50 PM -

  6. San Pedro Escarpment
    4/26/2017 1:09:53 AM -

  7. the spots
    1/5/2014 12:48:46 PM - sweet day in la harbor

  8. The Point
    8/21/2013 1:00:42 PM - Leopard sharks, bat rays, shovel nose, smelts, and a mystery fish.

  9. Volcanic Reef
    9/11/2015 11:37:13 PM - Volcanic Reef

  10. #576 Pacoima Reservoir
    4/14/2011 12:08:58 AM - #576 Pacoima Reservoir 34.340103000 -118.393646000


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Santa Monica Fishing Forecast

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. Cabezon

    2. Cabezon

    There is a 46.88% catch rate for Cabezon, based on 60 Cabezon counted.

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    Cabezon

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  2. White Seabass

    3. White Seabass

    There is a 11.72% catch rate for White Seabass, based on 15 White Seabass counted.

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    White

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  3. Queenfish

    4. Queenfish

    There is a 10.16% catch rate for Queenfish, based on 13 Queenfish counted.

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    Queenfish

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  4. Common Carp

    5. Common Carp

    There is a 3.91% catch rate for Common Carp, based on 5 Common Carp counted.

    Santa Monica Common Carp Counts Chart
    Common

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  5. Lingcod

    6. Lingcod

    There is a 3.91% catch rate for Lingcod, based on 5 Lingcod counted.

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  6. Bluegill

    7. Bluegill

    There is a 3.12% catch rate for Bluegill, based on 4 Bluegill counted.

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  7. California Sheephead

    8. California Sheephead

    There is a 3.12% catch rate for California Sheephead, based on 4 California Sheephead counted.

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  8. Chub Mackerel

    9. Chub Mackerel

    There is a 3.12% catch rate for Chub Mackerel, based on 4 Chub Mackerel counted.

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    Chub

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  9. Rex Sole

    10. Rex Sole

    There is a 2.34% catch rate for Rex Sole, based on 3 Rex Sole counted.

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  10. Striped Mullet

    11. Striped Mullet

    There is a 2.34% catch rate for Striped Mullet, based on 3 Striped Mullet counted.

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Recommendations above based on 19 species of fish and 128 fish counted for February around Santa Monica.

To date, there are 53 species of fish and a total of 45182 fish counted for Santa Monica and within a 30 mile (48 km) radius since 1/31/1877 (146 years).

Last Update: 2/8/2023 5:18:46 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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Latest Santa Monica Fishing Reports

  • Barred Sand Bass
    3/29/2015 7:14:33 PM - Cabrillo Beach Pier. The bass are biting on mussels on a high low rig. I was fishing from 9 to 1 at night.

  • horseshoe kelp
    11/9/2014 10:15:37 AM -

  • whittier narrows bass...
    3/14/2014 10:41:00 PM - 2.5 lb bass caught on a warm...

  • whittier narrows lake...
    3/7/2014 6:59:44 PM - 2.5lbs rainbow trout caught on 12lb line with an 8lb leader...

  • the spots
    1/5/2014 12:48:46 PM - sweet day in la harbor

  • Redondo
    4/24/2013 10:37:43 PM - baracuda.

  • guitar fish
    4/15/2013 7:24:01 PM - pier H in long beach next to queen Mary

  • guitar fish
    4/15/2013 7:24:00 PM - pier H in long beach next to queen Mary

  • guitar fish
    4/15/2013 7:23:59 PM - pier H in long beach next to queen Mary

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Bait & Tackle

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Marinas

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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. Fishermen's Spot

  4. 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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