Alamitos Bay 4/6 - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Btmfeder · 04-07-2017, 07:47 AM

I've spent way too much time fishing Alamitos Bay and have found it tougher fishing over the last couple years for some reason but here's what I've found: For launching, I would suggest going over to the peninsula by the gondolas. There's a great washdown area and you can usually park free on the street. No cart needed. For tackle, I always get bit more using lighter stuff so I'll trade the occasional break off for a little more action. I use a 6-1/2' medium spinning rod with 8# and usually throw small Big Hammers or grubs on 1/4" football jigs. I throw those around the docks and fish pretty slow. I've never used bait in there so I can't speak to that. Like all bays, it seems to be best when there's water moving and in lower light. Never been hassled for being out there without lights if I stay out of the middle of the main bay so it's a great spot to fish for a few hours after work with easy access. It would be nice to see it get a little more fishy, though.

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04-07-2017, 07:47 AM	#3
Btmfeder Junior Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Long Beach Posts: 14	I've spent way too much time fishing Alamitos Bay and have found it tougher fishing over the last couple years for some reason but here's what I've found: For launching, I would suggest going over to the peninsula by the gondolas. There's a great washdown area and you can usually park free on the street. No cart needed. For tackle, I always get bit more using lighter stuff so I'll trade the occasional break off for a little more action. I use a 6-1/2' medium spinning rod with 8# and usually throw small Big Hammers or grubs on 1/4" football jigs. I throw those around the docks and fish pretty slow. I've never used bait in there so I can't speak to that. Like all bays, it seems to be best when there's water moving and in lower light. Never been hassled for being out there without lights if I stay out of the middle of the main bay so it's a great spot to fish for a few hours after work with easy access. It would be nice to see it get a little more fishy, though.