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Huntington State Beach

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California, United States

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Yellowfin croaker

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Barred surfperch

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Striped mullet

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Striped bass

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General info

Huntington State Beach is a part of an ocean located in Orange County, California, United States. It is most popular for fishing Barred surfperch, Yellowfin croaker, and California scorpionfish.

Location

33°38′3.4″N 117°58′33.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Huntington State Beach, 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Yellowfin croaker

Yellowfin croaker

Regulation boundaryCA State Waters
Bag limit10

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit20

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Additional information
Bag limit: No more than 20 finfish in combination of all species with not more than 10 individuals of any one species No closed season; no depth limit; no size limit. When filleting fish on a vessel, each fillet shall bear intact a one-inch square patch of skin. The fillets may be of any size.
Edibility
Pretty good
Synonyms
Black Croaker, California Corbina, Family Scianidae, White Croaker, Yellowfin Croaker
Season open: year-round
California scorpionfish

California scorpionfish

Regulation boundaryCA State Waters
Bag limit5

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit20

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Special gear

1 Line 2 Hooks

When angling, gear is restricted to not more than two hooks and one line. For purposes of this section, a hook is a single hook, or double or treble hook with multiple points connected to a common shank.

Restrictions & requirements

1-inch Skin

Minimum 1-inch square patch of skin on each fillet.

Additional information
No minimum size limit. Fillet minimum 5-inches in length.No closed season.For the latest information, call the Recreational Groundfish Fishing Regulations Hotline at 1-813-649-2801.
Synonyms
Scorpaena guttata, Sculpin
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FAQ about Huntington State Beach fishing

📍 Where is Huntington State Beach located?
Huntington State Beach is a part of an ocean located in Orange County, California, United States. Its coordinates are:
33°38′3.4″N 117°58′33.1″W
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🎣 Where on Huntington State Beach is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Huntington State Beach 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 Huntington State Beach?
The most common species in Huntington State Beach are:
📢 What are the latest Huntington State Beach fishing reports?
The latest Huntington State Beach fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Huntington State Beach right now?
According to fishing regulations at Huntington State Beach, some of the species in season this November include: Chinook salmon, Lingcod, Pacific halibut, Vermilion rockfish, and California sheephead. 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 Huntington State Beach?

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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