{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: going to Sand Diego CA

I would bring the 6 weight, provided you have sinking line. I would say away from the san diego river.  I know people do well with bass farther inland, but its not a pleasant river and doesn't present any unique opportunity for something out of the ordinary. 

In mission bay, you wade the shallows for croaker and corbina. I would throw small clousers (orange is a good color), or if you have any, flats patterns on sandy flats. Incoming tide is usually easiest because there is less seaweed to get snagged on. 

Near bridge pilons and jetty/sea wall rocks (Ingram st. bridge is good) you can do well with sand bass, spotted bass and the odd calico. Use large baitfish imitations.Blues, greens or browns over white are the norm. You will miss lots of hits, which are oddly mushy. 

There is always the chance of nailing a halibut.Try throwing some bread in the water (espec on incoming tide) and watch the smelt go nuts. Occasionally a halibut will clear the water with a mouthful of smelt.

My home shop was san diego fly shop in solona beach, but I know so cal fly fishing outfitters is in mission bay area. 

good luck. 

On Sunday, June 2, 2013 9:07:53 PM UTC-4, Sardman wrote:

I will (probably) be in San diego Ca all of next week and was wondering if it's worth taking some fishing gear.

I will be staying at the Crowne Plaza, which is right on the San Diego River. I will have probably be able to go fishing after 4 pm, and no car.

Only gear I would be able to pack is a 6 wt fly rod or a 7', 3-piece surf spinning rod.

Any insight for urban fishing is appreciated.

thanks

 

M. 

 

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