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Southern Management Area (most locations), transitions to Central Management Area at Point Conception 34°27′N

Fishing regulations — season dates, daily limits, and size minimums.

Reference only — Always verify current regulations with official sources before fishing.

Santa Barbara

SpeciesSeasonDaily LimitMin SizeGear Restrictions
Calico BassYear-round5 (combined with sand bass)14"
California HalibutYear-round522"
King SalmonVariable – VariableVariableCheck CDFW Ocean Salmon Hotline
White SeabassYear-round328"White Seabass Report Card required
Sand BassYear-round5 (combined with calico)14"
SheepheadMarch 1 – December 31212"Boat-based season
YellowtailYear-round1024"
RockfishApril 1 – December 3110 (combined RCG)Boat-based season only, shore-based exempt
ScorpionfishYear-round5
LingcodApril 1 – December 31222"Fillets must have entire skin attached
Ocean WhitefishYear-round10 (within general 20-fish)