United States of America · Spearfishing zone
Big River Estuary State Marine Conservation Area (California)
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Big River Estuary State Marine Conservation Area (California).
The Big River estuary at Mendocino, Mendocino County (0.13 sq mi). The only recreational take permitted is surfperch by hook and line from shore only, plus Dungeness crab by hoop net or hand. Because spearfishing under 14 CCR §1.76 is take by a person in the water, the shore-only hook-and-line carve-out cannot be used by a diver: spearfishing is prohibited.
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
39.3011°N, 123.7864°W
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This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for United States of America
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Purchase from the relevant state fish and wildlife agency online portal, license vendors, or in person. Requirements differ by state and by resident/non-resident status.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · fisheries.noaa.gov
