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^ Image by George Scott Zastrow
Fishing
Map: Fish Sniffer, Russian River |
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| [above] Fishing the surf at Bodega Dunes,
this fisherman has already had two catches. |
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Types of Fish in the Russian River
Large Mouth Bass
Small Mouth Bass
Striped Bass
Bluegill
Catfish
Shad (Seasonal)
Chinook (Seasonal)
Coho Salmon (Seasonal)
Steelhead (Seasonal)
Guides
- Licensed
Steve Jackson
Russian River
(707) 869-2156
Thee River's Guide Service - Ron Babbini
Russian River
(707) 431-0851
Bass & Boars - Tony Giorgi
Sonoma and Lake Counties
(707) 857-3752
Tailout Guide Service - Michael Kelly
Russian River, Gualala
(707) 874-2126
Charter Boats
Wil's Fishing Adventures
P.O. Box 1555
Bodega Bay 94923
(707) 875-2323
Aggressor Adventures
Bodega Bay
(707) 829-4728
The Boat House
1445 Hwy 1
Bodega Bay
(707) 875-3495
Bodega Charters
Bodega Bay
(707) 463-3618
Bodega Bay Sportfishing Center
1410 B Bay Flat
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Bodega Bay
(707) 875-3344
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Fishing
Locations
The two main options are to fish from shore at one of the parks
or other beach access locations, or to rent a canoe or kayak
and paddle to a good spot. For information on renting a canoe
or kayak visit the Canoeing and Kayaking
page. For information on parks, visit the Parks
page. All beaches along the river are public property.
About
The Russian River is a year-round fishery. Late Fall begins the Steelhead run,
and continues through April. Next comes the "Mighty" Shad, April through
June. Summertime is Prime time for Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, and Carp. The Russian
River is a "barbless- hook" river all year. Check California Dept. of
Fish and Game regulations for specific bag limits and rules. Access spots and
fishing hole maps as well as regulation books can be obtained at any of the local
tackle shops.
Rules
Barbless hooks year round
No bait April 1st through November 1st
Resources
King's Sport and Tackle in downtown Guerneville is a great source for fishing
information. They sell all the bait, tackle, licenses targeted at the Russian
River and have up to date information on fishing conditions.
Ocean Fish
Salmon - Halibut - Rock Cod - Ling Cod - Albacore Tuna - and others |
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