Redtail surfperch are the most common species and average 1 to 2 pounds, with some reaching over 3 pounds. If you have plans to visit the coast this year, make sure to include some time for surf fishing. Here is a quick list of 11 great beaches for outstanding surfperch fishing in Washington and Oregon:

This identification guide is intended to provide information and key characteristics for common species in Washington’s marine waters. For each species, information is available on expected sizes, typical distribution, and published ages. Surfperch species. Pile perch; Redtail surfperch; Striped Surfperch

Washington State is home to a wide variety of fish, but one of the most popular species for anglers to Target is the surf perch. These small, hard-fighting fish can be found in the surf zone along Washington’s beaches, and are a blast to catch on light tackle.

Washington and Oregon provide some of the best fishing access to prime surfperch beaches. Check out my post on the 11 Best Beaches for Surfperch Fishing to start catching fish near you. For those of you soaking up some California sunshine, look at our guide to the t op 5 beaches for surfperch in northern California and 5 more beaches to try in ...

The current Washington state record for red tail surfperch (Amphistichus rhodoterus) is 4.05# and was 16" long, while striped surf perch (seaperch) (Embiotoca lateralis) is 2.07#. The females will be the largest of this specie.