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Bolinas Lagoon

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California, United States

4.6·286 catches

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Dungeness crab

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Leopard shark

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Leopard shark

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Leopard shark

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California halibut

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Bat eagle ray

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General info

Bolinas Lagoon is a part of an ocean located in Marin County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Leopard shark, Bat eagle ray, and Striped bass.

Location

37°55′6.2″N 122°40′46.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Bolinas Lagoon, CA

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.

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Cities nearby

Bolinas

1.6 miles away

San Anselmo

7.4 miles away

Mill Valley

7.5 miles away

Larkspur

8.2 miles away

Nicasio

9.9 miles away

San Rafael

9.9 miles away

Point Reyes Station

13.5 miles away

Novato

13.7 miles away

Inverness

14.5 miles away

San Francisco

17.1 miles away

San Pablo

18.6 miles away

Richmond

18.7 miles away

Daly City

19.7 miles away

El Cerrito

20.5 miles away

Albany

20.7 miles away

Emeryville

21.8 miles away

Pinole

22.2 miles away

Berkeley

22.2 miles away

Petaluma

22.6 miles away

South San Francisco

23.1 miles away

Pacifica

23.9 miles away

Tomales

25.8 miles away

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FAQ about Bolinas Lagoon fishing

📍 Where is Bolinas Lagoon located?
Bolinas Lagoon is a part of an ocean located in Marin County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
37°55′6.2″N 122°40′46.1″W
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🎣 Where on Bolinas Lagoon is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Bolinas Lagoon by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Bolinas Lagoon?
The most common species in Bolinas Lagoon are:
📢 What are the latest Bolinas Lagoon fishing reports?
The latest Bolinas Lagoon fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Bolinas Lagoon right now?
According to fishing regulations at Bolinas Lagoon, some of the species in season this June include: Chinook salmon, Lingcod, Pacific halibut, Cabezon, and Copper rockfish. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Bolinas Lagoon?

Fishing in California requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include daily, annual, or combination licenses for residents and non-residents, purchasable online or at sporting goods stores.

In California, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. There is no universal senior exemption. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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