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Home > State Info > California > Fishing > California Fishing Regulations
In this section, you will find out more information about California Freshwater Fishing regulations and California saltwater fishing regulations. Get updates to California fishing limits, tips and more information.
Complying with California fishing regulations per the Department of Fish and Wildlife
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California’s Urban Fishing in the City Program
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