Habitat around Los Angeles
Shallow rocky reefs and kelp, often 20–80 ft — Palos Verdes (outside MPAs) and Catalina nearshore rock.
How LA anglers actually fish them
Nearshore rockfish group, counts in the 10 RCG, no size minimum, no extra sub-limit. Point Vicente is no-take — do not drift into it. Boat-based nearshore rules can still close when the Southern table says so, even in shallow water.
Current CDFW regulations
- Size limit: No minimum
- Bag / possession: Counts in the 10-fish RCG
- Season: Follow Southern Management Area nearshore/boat rules
Point Vicente SMCA (no-take) sits on the same peninsula as productive gopher water.
CDFW groundfish summary — nearshore rockfish →
Independent-site disclaimer: this summary is for orientation only and can change in-season. Confirm with CDFW before you keep a fish. Fish in LA is not affiliated with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
