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Fishing the San Francisco Bay on December 22, 2024: Tides, Catches, and Tips for a Successful Outing
For December 22, 2024, if you're planning to hit the waters of the San Francisco Bay, here's what you need to know:
First off, let's talk about the daylight. Sunrise today is at 6:45 AM, and sunset will be at 4:44 PM, giving you about 9 hours and 58 minutes of daylight[2].
As for the weather, it's looking relatively calm compared to other parts of the year, but always check the latest forecast. Generally, this time of year can be quite cool, so dress warmly.
For tidal conditions, you'll want to check the specific tide times, but typically, the Bay's tides can fluctuate significantly, so plan your trip accordingly.
Fishing has been excellent lately, especially for crab. Just a couple of weeks ago, trips were yielding limits of crab consistently. For example, on December 8, a crab-only trip resulted in 18 limits of delicious crab[1].
If you're after rockfish, recent reports show that boats have been catching significant numbers. On December 15, a trip out of Monterey caught 210 rockfish, along with some lingcod[3].
For the best spots, you can't go wrong with the Golden Gate Bridge Fishing Pier, which is a hotspot for striped bass and rockfish. Alcatraz Island is also a great spot, particularly for halibut and rockfish. Another productive area is the Oakland Estuary, where you can catch striped bass, sturgeon, and even salmon[4].
In terms of bait and lures, live baits and jigs work well for rockfish. For crabbing, the standard crab pots with bait like squid or fish guts are highly effective.
Given the recent success, Paradise Park near Tiburon and the waters around Alcatraz Island should be on your radar for today's fishing trip.
Stay warm, and good luck on the water
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Published on 11 months, 4 weeks ago