🐟 What fish can you catch in Carpinteria?

Most commonly caught species around Carpinteria , CA : Largemouth bass - 3,722 reported catches Barred surfperch - 882 reported catches Kelp bass - 565 reported catches Spotted sand bass - 465 reported catches California halibut - 430 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Carpinteria fishing reports?

The latest Carpinteria , CA fishing reports are: @aramon6675 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Casitas . @noeromero8275 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Casitas . @noeromero8275 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Casitas . @Skunked5303 reported a nice Barred surfperch at Santa Claus Beach . @grant-whitman reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Casitas . .

Fishing in Carpinteria, CA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Carpinteria, California?

Anglers in Carpinteria , CA recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Casitas , Stearns Wharf , Santa Barbara Harbor , Butterfly Beach , Coyote Creek .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Carpinteria?

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Top fish species in Carpinteria

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Largemouth bass

Lake Casitas

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Largemouth bass

Lake Casitas

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Largemouth bass

Lake Casitas

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Barred surfperch

Santa Claus Beach

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Largemouth bass

Lake Casitas

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Largemouth bass

Lake Casitas

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Black crappie

Lake Cachuma

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Barred surfperch

La Conchita Beach

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Largemouth bass

Lake Casitas

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Rainbow trout

Lake Cachuma

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Fishing regulations in Carpinteria

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in California can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of May 4, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Carpinteria fishing

Anglers in Carpinteria, CA recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Casitas, Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara Harbor, Butterfly Beach, and Coyote Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Carpinteria, CA:

Largemouth bass - 3,722 reported catches
Barred surfperch - 882 reported catches
Kelp bass - 565 reported catches
Spotted sand bass - 465 reported catches
California halibut - 430 reported catches

The latest Carpinteria, CA fishing reports are:

@aramon6675 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Casitas.
@noeromero8275 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Casitas.
@noeromero8275 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Casitas.
@Skunked5303 reported a nice Barred surfperch at Santa Claus Beach.
@grant-whitman reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Casitas.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Carpinteria, CA. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: