Your resource for Sonoma County fishing information

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Sonoma County's Local Fishing Resource

Welcome to Fishing Sonoma, a website intended to help you learn more about fishing in Sonoma County. We post fishing reference guides, gear recommendations, and links to outside resources that we find helpful. Explore the site and learn more about fishing in this beautiful place that we call home!


Lingcod Fishing

Lingcod are an aggressive saltwater fish and you don't need a boat, or even bait, to catch them. In addition to being an exciting fish to target, their meat also makes excellent fish tacos! This lingcod fishing guide discusses the conditions, techniques, and gear needed to maximize your odds of catching keeper lingcod.

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Bass Fishing

Largemouth bass are the perfect fish for a beginner to target while developing the fundamental skills of fishing. These hardy game fish are found in all 50 states and can be caught year-round on a variety of artificial lures. This bass fishing guide goes into everything you will need to start fishing in your local pond or lake for largemouth bass.

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Gear Reviews

Having the right fishing gear can be the difference between a successful day and an unproductive day. Read our reviews to find out which fishing reels, rods, and other gear we recommend due to their value, performance & durability.

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Outside Resources

Learning from online resources can be a great way to start your next fishing adventure in the right direction! Find links to swell and weather forecasting tools, how-to videos, fishing reports, and other outside resources we recommend to other people who love to learn about fishing.

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