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Tides, Winds, and Bites: Your Guide to Fishing San Francisco Bay on January 24, 2025
For January 24, 2025, if you're planning to hit the waters of San Francisco Bay, here's what you need to know:
### Tidal Report
Today's tides are crucial for fishing. The high tide is at 7:47 AM with a height of 6.4 feet, and the low tide is at 2:15 PM with a height of 0.8 feet. These tidal changes can significantly affect fish activity.
### Weather
The weather is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of 58°F and a low of 48°F. Winds will be light, coming in from the northwest at about 10 mph.
### Sunrise and Sunset
Sunrise is at 7:20 AM, and sunset will be at 5:03 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to fish.
### Fish Activity
Yesterday's reports from boats like the Flash II indicate good action on striped bass, halibut, and rockfish. The Golden Gate Bridge Fishing Pier and the Marin Islands were hot spots, with anglers catching limits of bass and a few halibut[4][5].
### Fish Caught
Recent catches include striped bass, halibut, rockfish, and even some leopard sharks, which were released. At the Golden Gate Bridge Fishing Pier, anglers were reeling in striped bass and rockfish. The Marin Islands yielded lingcod and cabezon as well[2][4].
### Best Lures and Bait
For striped bass, use lures like spoons or plugs that mimic baitfish. For halibut, live bait such as anchovies or sardines works well. Rockfish can be caught using squid or shrimp on a rockfish rig.
### Hot Spots
- **Golden Gate Bridge Fishing Pier**: This iconic spot is a hotspot for striped bass and rockfish.
- **Marin Islands**: Located just off the coast of San Rafael, these islands offer a peaceful setting and abundant marine life, including lingcod and cabezon.
- **Berkeley Flats**: If you're looking for a spot away from the city center, Berkeley Flats is great for halibut, striped bass, and white seabass[2][5].
With the right gear and knowledge of the tides, you should have a productive day fishing in San Francisco Bay. Good luck
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