🐟 What fish can you catch in Manchester?

Most commonly caught species around Manchester , CA : Lingcod - 96 reported catches Largemouth bass - 59 reported catches Cabezon - 49 reported catches Kelp greenling - 28 reported catches Rainbow trout - 19 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Manchester fishing reports?

The latest Manchester , CA fishing reports are: @dustyfindsnemo reported a nice Bocaccio rockfish at Mendocino County Coast . @dustyfindsnemo reported a nice Flag rockfish at Mendocino County Coast . @dustyfindsnemo reported a nice Bocaccio rockfish at Mendocino County Coast . @eliwolverton reported a nice Lingcod at Mendocino County Coast . @Clay_celeri reported a nice Lingcod . .

Fishing in Manchester, CA

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Manchester, California?

Anglers in Manchester , CA recommend these top fishing spots: Mendocino County Coast , Irish Creek .

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

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Top fish species in Manchester

Latest Manchester fishing reports

Bocaccio rockfish

Mendocino County Coast

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Flag rockfish

Mendocino County Coast

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Bocaccio rockfish

Mendocino County Coast

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Lingcod

Mendocino County Coast

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Lingcod

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Lingcod

Mendocino County Coast

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Lingcod

Mendocino County Coast

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Lingcod

Mendocino County Coast

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Pacific rock crab

Mendocino County Coast

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South Fork Gualala River

5 in · 3 lb

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Fishing regulations in Manchester

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 Lingcod as of April 19th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Lingcod

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Min size

22"

Measurement

Total Length

Special gear

Aggregate

Season Exceptions:

April 1 - April 30: 50 Fathom - Offshore Only (Take is prohibited shoreward of the 50 fathom (300 feet) Rockfish Conservation Area boundary line.)
May 1 - Sept 30: 20 Fathom - Inshore Only (Take is prohibited seaward of the 20 fathom (120 feet) boundary line.)
Oct 1 - Oct 31: 50 Fathom - Offshore Only (Take is prohibited shoreward of the 50 fathom (300 feet) Rockfish Conservation Area boundary line.)
Nov 1 - Nov 30: 20 Fathom - Inshore Only (Take is prohibited seaward of the 20 fathom (120 feet) boundary line.)
Dec 1 - Dec 31: 50 Fathom - Offshore Only (Take is prohibited shoreward of the 50 fathom (300 feet) Rockfish Conservation Area boundary line.)

This species is included in the overall 20 finfish aggregate limit.

Minimum 14-inch fillet length with a 1-inch square of skin on each fillet.

For the latest information, call the Recreational Groundfish Fishing Regulations Hotline at 1-813-649-2801.

Ophiodon elongatus

Regulations for

38°58′27.8″N 123°41′27.2″W

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FAQ about Manchester fishing

Anglers in Manchester, CA recommend these top fishing spots: Mendocino County Coast and Irish Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Manchester, CA:

Lingcod - 96 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 59 reported catches
Cabezon - 49 reported catches
Kelp greenling - 28 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 19 reported catches

The latest Manchester, CA fishing reports are:

@dustyfindsnemo reported a nice Bocaccio rockfish at Mendocino County Coast.
@dustyfindsnemo reported a nice Flag rockfish at Mendocino County Coast.
@dustyfindsnemo reported a nice Bocaccio rockfish at Mendocino County Coast.
@eliwolverton reported a nice Lingcod at Mendocino County Coast.
@Clay_celeri reported a nice Lingcod.

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