Both calico bass and sometimes halibut bite in the fall inshore. You'll have to monitor the swell though if you want to head out at unprotected places though because of the often larger fall waves. Harbors are always safe and calm bet, but I often head out through the waves to get to less fished water. I usually don't mind the waves at all:
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