California regulations
Largemouth Bass Regulations in California 2026
California largemouth bass regulations in 2026: 12″ min size, 5 fish/day bag limit. Sourced from CDFW.
Rules (2)
Other California fish regulations
Other regulated species in California with current rule pages — same CDFW source, same verification cadence.
- Trout (Brook, Brown, Rainbow)850 rules
- Salmon (Chinook, Coho, Pink)204 rules
- Steelhead148 rules
- Dungeness Crab55 rules
- Stripers (Striped Bass)35 rules
- White Seabass33 rules
- California Halibut24 rules
- White Sturgeon18 rules
- Spiny Lobster16 rules
- Rockfish15 rules
- Lingcod11 rules
- Yellowtail7 rules
- Smallmouth Bass5 rules
Also known as
Largemouth Bass is also called Black Bass (Largemouth, Smallmouth, in any combination), largies. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in California.
Frequently asked questions
When is Largemouth Bass season in California?
Largemouth Bass 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 Largemouth Bass in California?
Minimum size for Largemouth Bass in California is 12 inches, per CDFW. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Largemouth Bass in California?
Daily bag limit for Largemouth Bass in California is 5 fish/day, per CDFW.