SoCal Surf Fishing Report – Late August into Early September
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The beaches have been alive with action lately! Surf perch are showing up just about
everywhere. Most are palm-sized, which makes for some fun on light gear, but we’re still waiting
on those bigger models to move in. Bait has been scattered throughout the surf, yet the halibut
bite has slowed down with fewer quality fish being caught.
Corbina have been stealing the spotlight. Anglers are hooking into fish in the 16 to 20 inch
range, especially when working sand crab beds with a Carolina rig and 10 lb test. Mussel has
also been effective, but it comes with a tradeoff. It will get the attention of Corbina, Croaker,
Bass and Sargo, but it also attracts plenty of bycatch like guitarfish, ...
















