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Black bass (LM/SM/spotted) fishing rules in CA

Black bass (LM/SM/spotted)black_bass

CA sets official Black bass (LM/SM/spotted) bag limits, size limits, and season dates. See the current numbers below.

Verified June 7, 2026 · Official source →

Reviewed

Length

12" lakes/Delta; none rivers

Daily bag

Possession

VERIFY

Season

Year-round

Other species in CA

Catfish (all)Crappie (black & white)Striped bass (inland)Trout (general inland)

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