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San Clemente Pier, CA
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Fishin'
the San Clemente Pier
At 1296 feet in
length, this pier allows anglers to try their luck anywhere from the
inshore portion where the waves are breaking all the way out to the
far end, which offers a chance at various pelagics. The inshore and
mid-pier area can yield a variety of species including corbina, barred
and walleye surfperch, yellowfin and spotfin croaker, and shovelnose
sand sharks (also known as guitarfish). The occasional halibut will
put in an appearance, and during the summer and fall mackerel are
plentiful.
The
end portion of the pier is best for sharks, halibut, yellowtail, barracuda,
mackerel, and bonito, particularly during the late spring, summer,
and fall. A deadly combination for bonito is a clear plastic casting
bubble with a white feather jig trailing two to three
feet behind
it. Retrieve this in a series of short jerks and hold on! Flashy spoons
like a Kastmaster or Krocodile also work well for bonito, mackerel,
and barracuda.
Many fishermen do well with natural baits, including anchovies, squid, and pieces of fresh-caught mackerel. Live bait is popular and very effective, but you'll have to bring or catch your own.
Amenities for anglers include a bait and snack shop, restrooms, and sinks for cleaning your catch. There are benches scattered along the length of the pier, but you might consider bringing a folding chair just to be on the safe side. Need a pole and tackle? You can rent it at the bait shop for a small fee.Fisherman's Restaurant and Bar, located at the base of the pier, provides a great place to have a sit-down lunch or dinner, and features - what else? - some really tasty seafood.
San Clemente Weather
Southern California weather is usually temperate, and along the coast
can get downright cool during the winter. The beach is a great place
to escape the summer heat, as temperatures here are usually a good ten degrees
cooler than inland areas. Highs typically run from the 70's into the
80's during the summer months, while winter sees temperatures in the
50's and 60's during the day. As with any coastal area, always check
the weather forecast before heading out, and don't forget your sunscreen
if you plan on spending the day on the pier.
Click here to see current weather conditions and forecasts for the city of San Clemente.
Lodging
and Camping
South Orange County contains a number of hotels, although room rates
here tend to 
be somewhat higher than in other areas. San Clemente
itself has several lodging options for those who want to stay close
to the beach; click
here for more information including room rates or to make reservations.
Camping is also available for those so inclined. Nearby campgrounds include San Clemente State Beach and San Onofre State Beach to the south, and Doheny State Beach and Capistrano Beach (949-661-7013 for info) to the north. Of course, these are just the closest ones, and other campgrounds can be found throughout Orange and San Diego counties.
Licensing
and Regulations
The San Clemente Pier is managed by the City
of San Clemente, and is open for fishing
daily from 4 a.m. to
midnight.
Since the San Clemente Pier is a public fishing pier, no fishing license is required. Each angler may fish with up to two poles. Make sure you check the CA Department of Fish and Game website and familiarize yourself with the most current ocean sportfishing regulations, including minimum sizes and bag limits for various species.
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