Lompoc Mayor Jim Mosby says recreational finfish fishing was restricted about 20 years ago, cutting off a tradition tied to ...

Surf spots for all levels, lagoon and pier fishing, and a seasonal monarch butterfly migration make this 17-mile California beach a standout on the coast.

The federal council that regulates fishing along the West Coast recommended Wednesday that the California ocean salmon season be canceled for the second year in a row. The renewed ban is a devastating ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Commercial fishing for Chinook salmon is set to resume along the California coast this spring for the first time ...

Fishing boats would normally fan out along the California coast to catch Chinook salmon in the spring, but regulators have announced the fishing season will be shut down this year. It’s only the ...

There’s a lot to love about California. I’ve been lucky enough to see plenty of it — from the bars and restaurants of San Diego and San Francisco to the rugged landscapes of Joshua Tree and Yosemite, ...

Ain’t that a beach! California is famous for its 900 miles of coastline, with signature beaches up and down the coast. However, the water at some spots is a whole lot cleaner than others — which is ...

Lompoc’s Mayor and residents are asking the state to allow them to fish at Surf Beach again. The discussion resurfaced after locals learned that the California Fish and Game Commission […] ...