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San Diego Bay Fishing Regulations 2026
San Diego Bay fishing regulations in 2026: top targets are spotted bay bass, halibut. 25 current rules across 2 species from CDFW.
Rules (25)
CDFW regulates 25 rules across 2 species at this water.
California Halibut
North Of Point Sur, Monterey CountyOpen
- Status
- Open
- Daily bag
- 2 fish
- Possession
- 2 fish
- Min size
- 22 inches total length
open year-round
Ocean
- Min size
- 16.75"
must be a minimum of 16 and three-quarter inches in length and shall bear the entire skin intact
Pigeon Point To Point ConceptionOpen
- Status
- Open
- Min size
- 22 inches total length
remains open year-round
Point Conception To U.s.-Mexico BorderOpen
- Status
- Open
- Min size
- 22 inches total length
open year-round
Waters North Of A Line Extending Due West Magnetic From Point Sur, Monterey County
- Daily bag
- 2 fish
- Possession
- 2 fish
Waters South Of A Line Extending Due West Magnetic From Point Sur, Monterey County
- Daily bag
- 5 fish
- Possession
- 5 fish
All Species
FAQ
Who regulates fishing on San Diego Bay?
CDFW regulates fishing on San Diego Bay.
What species can I target on San Diego Bay?
San Diego Bay is best known for spotted bay bass, halibut. Other species are present and tracked in the rule tables below.
Where should I verify these rules?
These rules summarize CDFW's published content. Always confirm with the official source before keeping a catch.
Reference only. Regulations change mid-season. Always verify with the official source before keeping a catch.