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Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C.
San Diego, California
Reported 2 weeks ago
We recently had the pleasure of taking a family down to the Coronado Islands for a fun day on the water. The fishing conditions were great, and the overall experience was even better. It was a perfect mix of quality fishing, beautiful scenery, and a relaxed family atmosphere aboard Bluebill.
Trips like this are what we love most helping families and groups create memorable days on the water while enjoying everything San Diego and the Coronado Islands have to offer.
Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C. San Diego, California Reported 2 weeks ago
We recently had the pleasure of taking a family down to the Coronado Islands for a fun day on the water. The fishing conditions were great, and the overall experience was even better. It was a perfect mix of quality fishing, beautiful scenery, and a relaxed family atmosphere aboard Bluebill.
Trips like this are what we love most helping families and groups create memorable days on the water while enjoying everything San Diego and the Coronado Islands have to offer.
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Theodore Panos
Theodore P.
San Diego, California
Reported 1 month ago
The fishing has been pretty good! Pier fishing trips have been producing. Spot Fin Croaker, Yellowfin Croakers , Leopard Shark ,Guitar Sharks and Mackrel.

The Kayak Fishing and Bay Fishing trips have been producing Spotted Bay Bass, Sand Bass, and California Halibut, as well as Barracuda
Theodore Panos
Theodore P. San Diego, California Reported 1 month ago
The fishing has been pretty good! Pier fishing trips have been producing. Spot Fin Croaker, Yellowfin Croakers , Leopard Shark ,Guitar Sharks and Mackrel.

The Kayak Fishing and Bay Fishing trips have been producing Spotted Bay Bass, Sand Bass, and California Halibut, as well as Barracuda
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Aaron Gilfand
Aaron G.
San Diego, California
Reported 1 month ago
Offshore Charter six people five yellow tail
Aaron Gilfand
Aaron G. San Diego, California Reported 1 month ago
Offshore Charter six people five yellow tail
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Trevor Walsh
Trevor W.
San Diego, California
Reported 1 month ago
Bluefin fishing staying steady, with Fish from 20 to 120 pounds being caught daily
Trevor Walsh
Trevor W. San Diego, California Reported 1 month ago
Bluefin fishing staying steady, with Fish from 20 to 120 pounds being caught daily
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Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C.
San Diego, California
Reported 3 months ago
1/2 to 3/4 day local fishing has been good! Great rockfish, lingcod and yellowtail!!
Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C. San Diego, California Reported 3 months ago
1/2 to 3/4 day local fishing has been good! Great rockfish, lingcod and yellowtail!!
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Trevor Walsh
Trevor W.
San Diego, California
Reported 3 months ago
Excellent local rock cod fishing
Trevor Walsh
Trevor W. San Diego, California Reported 3 months ago
Excellent local rock cod fishing
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Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C.
San Diego, California
Reported 3 months ago
Fun family day over the weekend!
Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C. San Diego, California Reported 3 months ago
Fun family day over the weekend!
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Nathan Beall
Nathan B.
San Diego, California
Reported 5 months ago
The current fishing is comprised of excellent Bonito fishing with some Yellowtail mixed in. The bite is largely starting on Jig Strikes and moving to fly lined sardines. This is going off on half day - 3/4 day trips. We can take 13 anglers on our larger boat. Our smaller boat is good for 5+ depending on trolling or drift fishing

Halibut and Bass is also productive inshore.
Nathan Beall
Nathan B. San Diego, California Reported 5 months ago
The current fishing is comprised of excellent Bonito fishing with some Yellowtail mixed in. The bite is largely starting on Jig Strikes and moving to fly lined sardines. This is going off on half day - 3/4 day trips. We can take 13 anglers on our larger boat. Our smaller boat is good for 5+ depending on trolling or drift fishing

Halibut and Bass is also productive inshore.
Fishing in San Diego, California
Fishing in San Diego, California
Fishing in San Diego, California
Fishing in San Diego, California
Fishing in San Diego, California
Fishing in San Diego, California
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Nathan Beall
Nathan B.
San Diego, California
Reported 5 months ago
The current fishing is comprised of excellent Bonito fishing with some Yellowtail mixed in. The bite is largely starting on Jig Strikes and moving to fly lined sardines. This is going off on half day - 3/4 day trips. We can take 13 anglers on our larger boat. While our other is good for 5+ depending on trolling or drift fishing
Nathan Beall
Nathan B. San Diego, California Reported 5 months ago
The current fishing is comprised of excellent Bonito fishing with some Yellowtail mixed in. The bite is largely starting on Jig Strikes and moving to fly lined sardines. This is going off on half day - 3/4 day trips. We can take 13 anglers on our larger boat. While our other is good for 5+ depending on trolling or drift fishing
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Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C.
San Diego, California
Reported 6 months ago
Fun winter fishing going on right now! This was today
Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C. San Diego, California Reported 6 months ago
Fun winter fishing going on right now! This was today
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Recent San Diego Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Got us on to a lot of fish, insanely helpful in landing all those yellowtail, Captain Zeek and Ace were great!

    George Z. | July 14, 2026

    Trip: Extended Day Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Best way to spend my 40th birthday! We had a blast on the "Toda a Nada". The name says it all, "All or Nothing". Our Captain, Bruce was awesome and really put in the work to make sure we came home with fish in hand. When asked, "about what time does the charter end" his response was, "when we have fish in the boat". That's my kind of Captain! We did just that, pulled in 4 beautiful, hard-fighting, yellowtail. A total of 75 pounds. There was a processor there dock-side who took it straight from the boat to their shop. The next day our fish was cleaned and ready for pick-up. Great experience all around! Highly recommend!

    Mary E. | April 2, 2026

    Trip: 3/4 Day 8 Hr Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great experience booking with Andrew. He was always so communicative and helpful about how the trip was looking and what options we had regarding timing, what to fish, and if the day would be good or not. We had just to reschedule from our original day but it all worked out great. Ended up going in November and crushed Bonito for a half day. Nearly every time we put lines in the water we got a bite on at least one of them. Really great trip had a time!

    Kendra N. | November 26, 2025

    Trip: San Diego Half Day Roundup

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Zeek got us straight into the action and had us psyched all day!

    Jake S. | October 5, 2025

    Trip: San Diego Nearshore / Offshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great time, great fishing. Ezekiel was great, knew exactly what to and where to fish. We did “Not just go on a boat ride.” We caught a Yellow tail. Which was the icing on the cake.

    Marvin M. | August 4, 2025

    Trip: San Diego Nearshore Trip

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    Larry, Brice and Briggs were beyond great. Great charter, captain and fishing spots.

    Perry B. | July 11, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Charter

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    Travis was a first class guide, extremely attentive, helpful and most importantly, he put us on the fish! Had a great time with my Son and his two Marine Brothers for an unforgettable day of fishing.

    Dustin S. | June 20, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Inshore/Coastal

  • ★★★★★
    Went out fishing with Capt Andrew and his first mate Ace. The boat was clean and everything was set up and ready for us to enjoy the day. Unfortunately our day turned out with not any fish, but Capt Andrew and Ace worked very hard trying to find fish and searching all over. Saw a lot of aquatic life on our trip and enjoy the day out in the Pacific Ocean, zero fish but a 10 rating on effort, a very enjoyable day. We will be back to get that big one.

    Guy D. | August 9, 2024

    Trip: San Diego Offshore Roundup

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    Great trip wonderful time. We caught an astonishing variety of fish! Everyone had a great time.

    John H. | October 11, 2023

    Trip: 6 Hr (AM Or PM)

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    We had a great time on our trip with Captain Nathan’s crew! Noah was our skipper, and Nick was the deckhand. They were both helpful and engaging, and always there to lend a hand. Would definitely recommend for both beginner and experienced anglers!

    Elena G. | August 2, 2023

    Trip: Local Excursion - 42’ Hershine

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