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Englund Marine & Industrial Supply has what you need for bottom fishing!
Whether you are fishing for lingcod, canary rockfish, sea bass or another of the many species of bottom fish, Englund Marine has the gear and information you need all in one place. Spend less time searching for what you need and more time out on the water!
Regulations & Licensing
Before you head out, make sure you know what you need to legally bottom fish in the state you are in. We've gathered the important information in one place so you can easily access it. Disclaimer: The following information is based off of the rules at the time of writing, regulations are subject to change. While we do our best to keep fully up to date, the license holder is ultimately responsible for being aware of any changes to the rules and regulations.
General Information:
- Yelloweye Rockfish: No retention allowed at any time
- While not required in all states, correct releasing of rockfish with a descending device is strongly recommended.
Oregon Information (Click to expand):
Licensing Info:
- General Oregon angling license required. Purchase an Oregon license online here.
- Englund Marine in-store licensing:
- Astoria: 1 Day resident angling
- Newport: 1 Day resident angling
- Charleston: None
- ODFW licensing information:
- Astoria: 503-325-2462
- Newport: 541-867-4741
- Charleston: 541-888-5515
- Learn about Oregon Disabilities Hunting and Fishing Permit information here.
Regulations:
- General Marine Species daily limit: 5 Fish in aggregate. Restricted to inside of the 40 fathom line May 1 to Sept 30.
- Sub-bag limit of 1 cabezon as part of the General Marine Species bag limit.
- Lingcod daily limit: 2 Fish, 22" minimum size. Restricted to inside of the 40 fathom line May 1 to Sept 30.
- Flatfish daily limit (does not include halibut): 25 Fish. No depth restrictions.
- Offshore midwater longleader fishery daily limit: 10 Fish, only open outside 40 fathom line.
- Descending devices are mandatory on any vessel fishing for or possessing bottom fish.
- During the seasonal depth restriction, angling for groundfish is allowed out to the 40-fathom line (rather than the 30-fathom line) AND the restriction begins one month later, on May 1 (rather than April 1).
- 2019 Oregon "What Can I Keep and How Many"
- Click here for full Marine Zone fishing information.
Washington Information (Click to expand):
Licensing Info:
- Saltwater fishing license required. Purchase a Washington license online.
- Englund Marine in-store licensing:
- Westport: None
- Ilwaco: None
- WDFW licensing information by location
- Learn about Washington Disabilities Hunting and Fishing Permit information here.
Regulations:
- Season: Second Saturday in March through the thrid Saturday in October. See lingcod exceptions below:
- Marine Area 1: Columbia River: Recreational fishing for, retention or possession of lingcod is prohibited seaward of a line extending from 46°38.17'N. lat., 124°21.00'W. long. to 46°33.00'N. lat., 124°21.00'W. long at all times. Use PDF of map
- Marine Area 2: Southcoast: No retention of possession seaward of 30 fathoms March 9 – May 31 (except when the primary halibut season is open). Retention is allowed seaward of the deepwater closure area (see above) from June 1 through June 15 and September 1 through September 15
- Daily limit of 9 bottom fish, regardless of species, unless otherwise listed below:
- Rockfish: Daily limit 7. No minimum size.
- Cabezon: Daily limit 1. No minimum size.
- Lingcod: Daily limit 2. No minimum size, except in Marine Area 4 (east of Bonilla-Tatoosh, April 16-Oct 15) minimum size is 22”.
- Be aware of the yelloweye rockfish conservation area that is closed to recreational bottom fish and halibut fishing. Click here for map and coordinates.
- In-depth regional regulations:
California Information (Click to expand):
Licensing Info:
- Purchase your fishing license online.
- Englund Marine in-store licensing:
- Crescent City: Fresh and saltwater sport fishing license
- Eureka: None
- California licensing information by location
- Learn more about California Disability and low income fishing permit information here.
- Frequently asked questions about pier and shore-based sport fishing in California.
Regulations - Northern Management Area:
- Seasons:
- Boat-based anglers: May 1-Oct 31 (Boat-based): Take is prohibited seaward of the 30 fathom depth contour (180 feet), Nov 1-Dec 31 (Boat-based): Any depth
- Divers and shore-based anglers: Open year round
- Daily limit RGC Complex (Rockfishes, Cabezon and Greenlings): 10 Fish in combination per person EXCEPT:
- Cabezon: 3 Per person, 15” Total length
- Canary rockfish: 2 Per person, No minimum length
- Black rockfish: 3 Per person, No minimum length except Kelp and/or rock greenlings: 12” Total length
- Daily limit lingcod: 2 Fish, 22" total length
- Click here fo full Northern Management Zone regulations.
- Check the Northern California Ocean Sport Fishing Regulations Map before heading out.
Regulations - Mendocino Management Area:
- Seasons:
- Boat-based anglers: May 1-Oct 31 (Boat-based): Take is prohibited seaward of the 20 fathom depth contour (120 feet), Nov 1-Dec 31 (Boat-based): Any depth
- Divers and shore-based anglers: Open year round
- Daily limit RGC Complex (Rockfishes, Cabezon and Greenlings): 10 Fish in combination per person EXCEPT:
- Cabezon: 3 Per person, 15” Total length
- Canary rockfish: 2 Per person, No minimum length
- Black rockfish: 3 Per person, No minimum length except Kelp and/or rock greenlings: 12” Total length
- Daily limit lingcod: 1 Fish, 22" total length
- Click here fo full Mendocino Management Zone regulations.
- Check the Mendocino Area Ocean Sport Fishing Regulations Map before heading out.
Get Set Up With The Gear You Need
We've picked the brains of our expert store staff to bring you these tested and approved products for bottom fishing. While each region is different, we feel confident these items are the best we carry online and in-store. Check in with your local Englund store for additional local tips on bait and leader weight! If you fish in California, you must use the California Approved weights listed below.
Rods & Reels:
Not sure where to begin? These rod and reel combos, picked out by Englund Marine bottom fishing experts, are a convenient and cost-effective way to start learning what bottom fishing gear works right for you.
If you are looking for a more customizable option, Englund Marine offers a wide range of mix-and-match rods and reels for your specific needs. Pro Tip: The NEW Daiwa Proteus rod works great with either a conventional reel (like the Accurate Fury 400X Troll Reel) or a spinning reel (check out the Daiwa BG 3500 Spin Reel). Another great pairing is the Ugly Stik Tiger spinning rod with a Penn Pursuit II 4000 spinning reel and 30# J-Braid line.
Lures & Rigging:
Our expert staff at Englund Marine has hand-picked a variety of leads and jigs, as well as other recommended products to help you have a fun and productive day on the water! While items may vary in popularity from one area to another, we are confident these products are the best options no matter where you fish. If you fish in California, you must use the California Approved weights listed below. Pro Tip: Give baby octopus a try! This tough and smelly bait has been very successful in the Charleston/Coos Bay area this year. Contact your local Englund store for other regionally popular baits!
Metal Jigs & Lead Jigs
Copper Lead Pipe Jig
Store Only
Soft Baits
Twin Tail Scampis
Store Only
Swirl Tail Worms
Store Only
Other Recommended Gear
Now that you have the products you need to get started, check out our Bottom Fish Rigging tutorials! We demonstrate some popular set ups that have been given the stamp of approval from our staff experts as well as the guides and fishermen who trust us to provide the best gear!
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Happy Fishing!