FISHING REGULATION

Country: US-CA
Jurisdiction: California
Authority: California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)

Species: lingcod
Common Names: Ling

Size Limits:
  Minimum: 55.9 cm (22.0 inches)
  Maximum:  cm ( inches)
  Slot Limit: False

Bag Limits:
  Daily: 2 fish
  Possession:  fish
  Annual:  fish

Season:
  Open Dates: 08-01
01-01
  Close Dates: 11-30
12-31
  Closed All Year: False

Notes: Open season varies by management area. North of Point Conception: Aug 1–Nov 30 only (subject to change).

Source: https://wildlife.ca.gov/Regulations/Fishing/Ocean/Finfish#lingcod
Last Verified: 2026-04-29