Huntington Beach Pier
103 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Overview
Huntington Beach Pier is the city’s world-famous municipal pier in the heart of “Surf City,” with heavy daily foot traffic and big ocean views. Fishing is allowed, but local regulations explicitly restrict certain casting behaviors to protect the public. Plan on crowds, especially on weekends and during surf events.
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Rules, Regulations & Safety Notes
City regulations state fishing is allowed from the pier but prohibit overhead casting; always follow posted signage and keep hooks controlled around pedestrians. CDFW rules apply; public-pier license exemption may apply if the pier qualifies, but all other regulations still apply.
Who This Pier Is Best For
Good for families and visitors who want a classic SoCal pier day, and for anglers comfortable fishing in crowds while staying strictly within the rules.
Fish Species Commonly Caught
Commonly reported pier catches include surfperch and mackerel during seasonal runs, with occasional halibut depending on water temperature and bait.
Local Insights
This pier gets crowded—anglers who do best stay organized and avoid wide casting arcs. Watch surf and wind; strong swell can make fishing and landing fish more difficult.
Pier Fishing Tips
Keep your setup compact and fish straight down when space is limited. Use sabiki rigs during runs and a simple bottom rig for perch-type bites; bring a net for safe landings.
Best Times to Fish
Dawn and late afternoon are popular, with better action often reported during a moving tide. Seasonal baitfish runs can create short mackerel bite windows.
Address
103 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Municipality
Huntington Beach
Zip/Post Code
92648.0
Plan Your Fishing Trip
Everything you need for a successful day on the pier — from bait and licenses to nearby stays and fishing charters.
Location
103 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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