How do you get striped bass off a pier?

Best baits are live small fish such as shinerperch, staghorn sculpin (bullheads), other small sculpins, or live shrimp. Cut bait including sardines, anchovies and even mackerel will often work as well. Stripers will also hit worms, but worms are used mostly for the smaller fish.

What depth do striped bass eat?

15 to 20 feet
On many of these fisheries—especially in the South–stripers remain in the creeks throughout the winter and hold at depths of 15 to 20 feet. Catching striped bass doesn’t automatically slow down when the winter hits, these suspended fish will actively eat.

Where can you find striped bass in the Bay Area?

During the summer and fall, striped bass fishing is at its peak in San Francisco Bay. Trollers and live bait drifters make good catches with regularity in Raccoon Strait, at the south tower of the Golden Gate Bridge, at submerged rocky reefs in central San Francisco Bay, and off Alcatraz and Treasure Islands.

What kind of line do I need to surf for striped bass?

Purchase a leader that can handle the job when you’re planning to surf fish for stripers. An ideal set up is a 30-50 lb fluorocarbon line with at least 70 lbs — Barrel swivel. Using a barrel swivel can help you avoid line twist upon retrieval. Using it also makes it easier to tie or connect your main fishing line to your leader.

Is there open fishing for striped bass in California?

In California, there is year-round open fishing for striped bass. However, there are still restrictions on the type of gear you can use to fish. The tools you use must have a minimal impact on the environment.

Which is the best striper rod for casting from shore?

If you lighten up your braid to 30lb test, you will have ample distance on lighter lures, less than 2 ounces. This rod has the necessary backbone required to turn and land a large striper that has been running with the tide. Capt. Mike’s Outfit: St. Croix Avid VIS8HF Saragosa 5000: I call this rod the SUV rod.

What kind of bait to use for striped bass?

Bunker, also known as menhaden, is a great bait to use when fishing for striped bass. Cut this bait into chunks and use every bit beside the tail. Using the head can be especially beneficial in catching a large striper.