ishing in the Carquinez Strait

March 12, 2020

Question: When fishing in the Carquinez Strait, east of the Carquinez Bridge, either from shore or by boat, are there any limits on lines and hooks per person? (“Rookie Fisherlady”)

Answer: Waters east of the Carquinez Bridge are considered inland. While fishing in inland waters, except as otherwise authorized, fish can only be taken by angling with a closely attended rod and line, or a one-hand line with up to three hooks or three lures with three hooks each, per California Code of Regulations Title 14, section 2.00. Those who possess a two-rod validation can use two lines.