Dana Point Fishing Reports (August 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Dana Point

Steve L.

Dana Point, California

Reported 4 days ago

August 2026 Epic So Cal fishing. TARGETING BIG Dorado, Tuna, Yellowtail and Mako Sharks!

Steve L. Dana Point, California Reported 4 days ago

August 2026 Epic So Cal fishing. TARGETING BIG Dorado, Tuna, Yellowtail and Mako Sharks!

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Steve L.

Dana Point, California

Reported 4 days ago

3-25 pound Yellowtail today 8/18/2026
Right in our backyard just 15 minutes from Dana Point Harbor. Epic Bass, Barracuda and Bonito bite right now! Get out here for some reel screaming fun.

Steve L. Dana Point, California Reported 4 days ago

3-25 pound Yellowtail today 8/18/2026
Right in our backyard just 15 minutes from Dana Point Harbor. Epic Bass, Barracuda and Bonito bite right now! Get out here for some reel screaming fun.

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Harry M.

Los Angeles, California

Reported 1 month ago

Yellowtail are biting at the island full speed !

Harry M. Los Angeles, California Reported 1 month ago

Yellowtail are biting at the island full speed !

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Harry M.

Los Angeles, California

Reported 1 month ago

Yellowtail coming over the rail. The yellowtail fishing has been amazing

Catalina producing fantastic fishing lately !

Local fishing at its finest in the colder water

Harry M. Los Angeles, California Reported 1 month ago

Yellowtail coming over the rail. The yellowtail fishing has been amazing

Catalina producing fantastic fishing lately !

Local fishing at its finest in the colder water

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Steve L.

Dana Point, California

Reported 1 month ago

Yellowtail right out front, Bass, Mako Sharksand Barracuda everywhere! Epic 2006 Sportfishing season so far!

Steve L. Dana Point, California Reported 1 month ago

Yellowtail right out front, Bass, Mako Sharksand Barracuda everywhere! Epic 2006 Sportfishing season so far!

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Steve L.

Dana Point, California

Reported 2 months ago

Epic S Cal fishing right now. Halibut, White Sea Bass, Calico Bass, Yellowtail, Sheepshead and Rock Fish are bending the poles right now! Big Mako Sharks too

Steve L. Dana Point, California Reported 2 months ago

Epic S Cal fishing right now. Halibut, White Sea Bass, Calico Bass, Yellowtail, Sheepshead and Rock Fish are bending the poles right now! Big Mako Sharks too

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Harry M.

Los Angeles, California

Reported 2 months ago

Great yellowtail and island fishing happening right now ! Come out

Harry M. Los Angeles, California Reported 2 months ago

Great yellowtail and island fishing happening right now ! Come out

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Kevin D.

Long Beach, California

Reported 4 months ago

Limits of Calico Bass on a 3 hour morning trip

Kevin D. Long Beach, California Reported 4 months ago

Limits of Calico Bass on a 3 hour morning trip

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Harry M.

Los Angeles, California

Reported 4 months ago

Good Sheephead fishing going on right now !

Harry M. Los Angeles, California Reported 4 months ago

Good Sheephead fishing going on right now !

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Steve L.

Dana Point, California

Reported 5 months ago

Sand Bass, Calico Bass, Lizard Fish,Jack, SmeltHalibut, White Fish, Pacific Makeral and a Shark 02/21/2026 .

Steve L. Dana Point, California Reported 5 months ago

Sand Bass, Calico Bass, Lizard Fish,Jack, SmeltHalibut, White Fish, Pacific Makeral and a Shark 02/21/2026 .

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★★★★★
Steve responded promptly when I made a list minute inquiry and our time on the water with Noah was incredible! Book a trip with Steve and team!!
Joe H. | August 18, 2026

Trip: Sportfishing Or Sharking - 47'
★★★★★
Absolutely packed with knowledge, taking us to some of the best spots. Fishing trip so successful we had to return half of our catches so we didnt go over limit. I will be recommending to friends, family, and my future trips. 10/10. He knows all the spots.
Jovan V. | July 25, 2026

Trip: Sunrise Fishing Trip For Up To 6
★★★★★
We had Captain Jeremy take us out “near shore” and had an amazing time. It was just two adults and my son who’s 10. He was great with all of us, kept us fishing, enjoyable to talk to, and we caught a variety of fish. We all wanna go again with Jeremy.!
Rebecca F. | June 24, 2026

Trip: Long Beach Nearshore Adventure
★★★★★
Had such an amazing time! Kevin knows his fishing holes and how to hook em. Had a great time on the water laughing and reeling them in! Can't wait to go again.
David A. | May 1, 2026

Trip: Long Beach Nearshore Adventure
★★★★★
My son and I booked a trip with Kevin's team through Captain Experiences. Our captain out of Long Beach was Jeremy. He was fun, knowledgeable, and genuinely excited to be on the water. We did a half day trip which was more than great. My 14 year old son had a blast. I would do it all over again without a doubt.
George M. | April 6, 2026

Trip: Long Beach Nearshore Adventure
★★★★★
My two teenaged sons absolutely loved this trip. They had the best day and loved the captain and said he had a very nice boat either way a downstairs room and bathroom.
Dayna M. | March 18, 2026

Trip: 4 Hour PM Fishing Experience
★★★★★
Captain Harry is an excellent captain. I’d go out fishing with Captain Harry any day of the week. Very professional.
Porter W. | March 17, 2026

Trip: 6 Hour Local Lobster Hooping
★★★★★
Harry and crew were so patient with my teenagers. This was our first time out on the sea. The boys had a blast! Harry made sure that everyone caught fish. Thank you again and I would highly recommend.
Erin K. | March 8, 2026

Trip: 4 Hour Fishing Experience
★★★★★
Jeremy was our captain for the nearshore fishing trip in Long Beach California. The trip was wonderful and he got us onto fish and even fillet’ed them for us. Everything was provided and their communication was great. I highly recommend a fishing trip with them!
Craig G. | March 2, 2026

Trip: Long Beach Nearshore Adventure
★★★★★
Could not have asked for a better time. Harry and crew were amazing and exceeded everyone's expectations. Already looking forward to the next trip out.
Joanie W. | February 2, 2026

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Dana Point Fishing Reports (August 2026)

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