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"San Francisco Bay Fishing Outlook: Abundant Halibut, Lingcod, and Rockfish Await Anglers"
As of October 17, 2024, the fishing scene in the San Francisco Bay is looking very promising, especially with the current conditions.
### Tidal and Weather Conditions
Today, the sun rose at 7:20 AM and will set at 6:27 PM, giving us 11 hours of daylight. The tidal coefficient is very high, with significant tidal movements expected. The first high tide was at 7:38 AM, and the next high tide will be at 6:02 PM. The low tide is at 11:43 AM, and another at 6:02 PM with a coefficient of -0.6 ft, indicating moderate currents.
### Fish Activity
Yesterday saw some excellent fishing trips in the Bay. The Flash boats reported catching large halibut, limits of lingcod, and plenty of rockfish. One of the trips even landed a whopper of a halibut on a half-day charter.
### Types and Amounts of Fish
Halibut, lingcod, and rockfish are the stars of the show right now. Anglers are also reporting catches of striped bass, particularly around areas like the Alameda Rockwall through the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge. Jacksmelt and bat rays are also active, with some large solitary jacksmelt and numerous smaller ones being caught.
### Best Lures and Bait
For halibut, live bait from Fisherman’s Wharf is highly recommended, although swim baits can also be effective. For lingcod and rockfish, using jigs or lures that mimic their natural prey works well. Striped bass can be caught using a variety of lures, but bait such as anchovies or sardines is often preferred.
### Hot Spots
Some of the best spots to fish include the Fort Point Pier, where halibut and small rockfish are common. Oyster Point Pier is another good location, with reports of halibut, jacksmelt, and sharays. McNear Beach Fishing Pier in San Rafael is also worth a visit, with potential catches of stripers, halibut, and even sturgeon.
Overall, the conditions are ideal for a productive day of fishing in the San Francisco Bay. Make sure to check the local regulations and enjoy the abundant fish activity in this beautiful bay.
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Published on 1 year, 2 months ago