Free Fishing Piers, Jetties, and Breakwaters in California

Free Fishing Piers, Jetties, and Breakwaters

Did you know that a fishing license is not required when recreationally fishing from a public pier in ocean or bay waters? Public piers have a specific definition (Section 1.88 of Title 14, California Code of Regulations) and CDFW has produced a new resource for locating these free piers, jetties and breakwaters!

This new resource includes a list of locations and a zoomable map showing exactly where to find each public pier, jetty and breakwater location. Even though a fishing license is not required, note that all other regulations apply (including minimum sizes, bag limits, report cards and seasons). We encourage you to find the free fishing piers near you, and good luck fishing!

Additional Resources on California Beach Fishing

• Guide to Central California Beach Fishing
• Guide to Southern California Beach Fishing
• How to Fish From a Pier (YouTube)
• Recreational Fishing Regulations

Hooked on fishing and want to try more areas across the state? Get your sportfishing license today!