🐟 What fish can you catch in California?

Most commonly caught species around California , MD : Striped bass - 3,257 reported catches Largemouth bass - 3,195 reported catches White perch - 1,058 reported catches Blue catfish - 1,023 reported catches Northern snakehead - 594 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest California fishing reports?

The latest California , MD fishing reports are: @brendansmith2283 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Lariat . @brendansmith2283 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Lariat . @brendansmith2283 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Lariat . @jamesw4518 reported a nice Bluegill at Redwood Lake . @jamesw4518 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Redwood Lake . .

Fishing in California, MD

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in California, Maryland?

Anglers in California , MD recommend these top fishing spots: Chesapeake Bay (North) , Potomac River (Washington - Chesapeake Bay) , Patuxent River , Saint Marys Lake , Pond Number Three .

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

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Maryland, United States

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Top fish species in California

Latest California fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Lake Lariat

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Largemouth bass

Lake Lariat

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Largemouth bass

Lake Lariat

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Bluegill

Redwood Lake

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Largemouth bass

Redwood Lake

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Largemouth bass

Redwood Lake

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Bluegill

Redwood Lake

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Largemouth bass

Redwood Lake

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Bluegill

Redwood Lake

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Bluegill

Redwood Lake

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Fishing regulations in California

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 Maryland 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 Striped bass as of April 23rd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Striped bass

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If you catch a tagged fish, please follow the instructions printed on the tag, or call Fishing & Boating Services at 800-688-3467. Please record the tag number, capture date, fishing location, and total length.

IMPORTANT!: YOU MUST SEE Maryland Striped Bass Map for the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries, including the Maryland tributaries of the Potomac River.

Effective 12:01 a.m. January 17, 2025, the minimum size for striped bass is 19 inches and the maximum size for striped bass is 24 inches. This rule is effective for the 2025 striped bass summer and fall season, which runs from May 16, 2025, through July 15, 2025, and August 1, 2025, through December 10, 2025.

For the Atlantic Ocean, its coastal bays and their tributaries:

Effective 12:01 a.m. January 17, 2025: Anglers may keep one striped bass per person per day from the Atlantic Ocean, its coastal bays, and their tributaries. The minimum size for striped bass is 28 inches.The maximum size is 31 inches.

You must use an inline circle hook while using bait to fish for striped bass. For more information, see Striped Bass and Circle Hooks

Striped bass may not be caught, harassed or possessed in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), which stretches from 3 to 200 miles off the coast.

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FAQ about California fishing

Anglers in California, MD recommend these top fishing spots: Chesapeake Bay (North), Potomac River (Washington - Chesapeake Bay), Patuxent River, Saint Marys Lake, and Pond Number Three.

Most commonly caught species around California, MD:

Striped bass - 3,257 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 3,195 reported catches
White perch - 1,058 reported catches
Blue catfish - 1,023 reported catches
Northern snakehead - 594 reported catches

The latest California, MD fishing reports are:

@brendansmith2283 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Lariat.
@brendansmith2283 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Lariat.
@brendansmith2283 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Lariat.
@jamesw4518 reported a nice Bluegill at Redwood Lake.
@jamesw4518 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Redwood Lake.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for California, MD. 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: