Everything You Need to Know for Beach Fishing on the Orange County Coastline

Beach fishing (also known as surf fishing) is an option for anglers in Southern California with many locations to choose from. It is land-based game fishing while standing on the shoreline or wading into the surf zone. Beach fishing can be done by casting from sandy and rocky beaches. Surf fishing isn’t a complicated fishing method to learn, with tactics changing depending on factors like location, seasons, tides, weather conditions, and the type of fish you’re hoping to get on your line. However, for those just starting, simple basics will get you on the right track. If you’re new to beach fishing, the first thing you need to do is understand how to surf cast. Surfcasting is much like regular casting, but with more emphasis on distance and accuracy to land your bait in the surf. Generally speaking, you’ll do well with a primary overhand cast straight out. For an overhand cast, hold the rod in your hand, bend your arm to a 90-degree angle and quickly flick out the pole, straightening your arm to launch the bait into the water. The trick to surf casting is learning the speed and power you need to perfect your distance and accuracy when...