Hello all, I am planning a fishing trip with a few friends and I am a bit undecided on where to go.

I am rather unexperienced as I barely got into fishing this summer and only have a few catches under my belt(all from saltwater, but trying to get some from freshwater). Do you guys know of any hot spots around the western LA area? We are willing to drive a bit, nothing too far. Most recently, a friend and I went over to puddingstone and got skunk'd, We've also tried Legg lake and SARL. We don't own a boat so we just do shore fishing, however, we are willing to rent one if your suggested location offers rentals and they aren't too pricey. :)

I use an ugly stick with a shakespeare spinning reel. I have a decent amount of tackle and gear now, various type of hooks, crank baits, a spinner baits, worms, and senkos.

Also, which rigs tend to work for you guys at your favorite spots. If you can also leave the price for the boat rental that'll be great, if not, I can look that up. Thanks! :)