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California Grunion Regulations in California (2026)

Leuresthes tenuis

Recreational california grunion rules in California saltwater, as published by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Last checked November 7, 2026.

Bag limit
The bag limit is 30 fish.
Season
The recreational fishery for California grunion (Leuresthes tenuis)…

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Recreational California Grunion rules in California

Where
Southern Management Area
Bag limit
The bag limit is 30 fish.
Season
The recreational fishery for California grunion (Leuresthes tenuis) is open from July 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027.

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Commercial rules

Show 1 commercial rule
Where
Ocean
Season
May be taken between June 1 and March 31 (FGC §8381).
  • License: Any resident 16 years of age or older who uses or operates, or assists in using or operating, any boat, aircraft, net, trap, line, or other appliance to take fish or amphibia for commercial purposes, or who causes to be brought ashore any fish or amphibia at any point in the state for the purpose of selling them in a fresh state, or who contributes materially to the activities on board a commercial fishing vessel is required to have a commercial fishing license. (FGC §7850).
  • Source: 2026 California Commercial Fishing Digest (CDFW); regulations may change in-season.

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Quick answers

How many california grunion can I keep in California?

The bag limit is 30 fish..

When is california grunion season in California?

The recreational fishery for California grunion (Leuresthes tenuis) is open from July 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027.. Whether it is open on a specific day can change by emergency rule — check today's status in the app.

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Source: California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Most anglers need a California saltwater license or registry: get one here.