Orange County · SMCA
Upper Newport Bay State Marine Conservation Area
Can a freediver take anything here?
No
Nothing may be speared here.
The regulation, in CDFW’s words
It is unlawful to injure, damage, take, or possess any living, geological, or cultural marine resource, EXCEPT: Recreational take of finfish by hook-and-line from shore only is allowed. Shoreline access limited to established trails, paths, or other designated areas. Restrictions exist for boating and swimming. See CCR T14 §632(b) for details.
Regulations change. This is what the page said when it was read; check CDFW before you take anything.
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