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California Halibut Regulations in California 2026

California california halibut regulations in 2026: 22″ min size. Zone-specific exceptions may apply — see the rule table below. Sourced from CDFW.

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Rules (24)

California statewide
Min size
22"
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All
Min size
22 inches total length
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Central
Daily bag
5 fish/day
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North Of Point Sur, Monterey CountyOpen
Status
Open
Daily bag
2 fish
Possession
2 fish
Min size
22 inches total length
open year-round
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North Of Pt. Sur, Monterey County
Daily bag
2 fish
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Northern
Daily bag
2 fish/day
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Ocean
Min size
16.75"
must be a minimum of 16 and three-quarter inches in length and shall bear the entire skin intact
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Ocean Finfish
Min size
22 in. total length
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Pigeon Point To Point ConceptionOpen
Status
Open
Min size
22 inches total length
remains open year-round
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Point Conception To U.s.-Mexico BorderOpen
Status
Open
Min size
22 inches total length
open year-round
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Sf Bay
Daily bag
2 fish/day
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South Of Point Sur, Monterey County
Daily bag
5 fish
Possession
5 fish
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South Of Pt. Sur, Monterey County
Daily bag
5 fish
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Southern
Daily bag
5 fish/day
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Waters North Of A Line Extending Due West Magnetic From Point Sur, Monterey County
Daily bag
2 fish
Possession
2 fish
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Waters South Of A Line Extending Due West Magnetic From Point Sur, Monterey County
Daily bag
5 fish
Possession
5 fish
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Other California fish regulations

Other regulated species in California with current rule pages — same CDFW source, same verification cadence.

Frequently asked questions

When is California Halibut season in California?

California Halibut season in California is set by CDFW. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.

What is the size limit for California Halibut in California?

Minimum size for California Halibut in California is 22 inches total length in All, per CDFW. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.

What is the daily bag limit for California Halibut in California?

Daily bag limit for California Halibut in California is 5 fish/day in Central, per CDFW.

Official sources cited

Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with CDFW before keeping a catch.

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