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Trevor Walsh
Trevor W.
San Diego, California
Reported 1 month ago
Fall is our favorite time to be fishing here in Southern California, all the species are available. The weather is just about perfect and the fish are biting.
Trevor Walsh
Trevor W. San Diego, California Reported 1 month ago
Fall is our favorite time to be fishing here in Southern California, all the species are available. The weather is just about perfect and the fish are biting.
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Theodore Panos
Theodore P.
San Diego, California
Reported 1 month ago
The Spotted Bay Bass, Smooth dog hound sharks, and Yellowfin croakers are biting with a bunch of stingray rays. Also the Bonito and Bonefish, Plus a few Corvina have been caught on my 2-hour Pier Fishing Adventures.

On our Kayak Fishing trips we have been catching Spotted Bay Bass, California Halibut Sand Bass , Bonito , and occasional Barracuda
Theodore Panos
Theodore P. San Diego, California Reported 1 month ago
The Spotted Bay Bass, Smooth dog hound sharks, and Yellowfin croakers are biting with a bunch of stingray rays. Also the Bonito and Bonefish, Plus a few Corvina have been caught on my 2-hour Pier Fishing Adventures.

On our Kayak Fishing trips we have been catching Spotted Bay Bass, California Halibut Sand Bass , Bonito , and occasional Barracuda
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Alberto Silebi
Alberto S.
San Diego, California
Reported 1 month ago
It's been a hell of a summer in the bay, and now the offshore looks to be heating up!
Alberto Silebi
Alberto S. San Diego, California Reported 1 month ago
It's been a hell of a summer in the bay, and now the offshore looks to be heating up!
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Chris Lincoln
Chris L.
San Diego, California
Reported 2 months ago
Local yellowtail fishing has been outstanding! Our recent groups enjoyed fast action and landed several beautiful, hard-fighting yellowtail, all within a short run of San Diego. The local bite is on, making now a great time to book a fishing trip.
Chris Lincoln
Chris L. San Diego, California Reported 2 months ago
Local yellowtail fishing has been outstanding! Our recent groups enjoyed fast action and landed several beautiful, hard-fighting yellowtail, all within a short run of San Diego. The local bite is on, making now a great time to book a fishing trip.
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Trevor Walsh
Trevor W.
San Diego, California
Reported 2 months ago
Best fishing we have seen on big Fish all year. Very good fishing on bluefin from 130 to 200 pounds
Trevor Walsh
Trevor W. San Diego, California Reported 2 months ago
Best fishing we have seen on big Fish all year. Very good fishing on bluefin from 130 to 200 pounds
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Chris Lincoln
Chris L.
San Diego, California
Reported 3 months 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.
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.
Chris Lincoln
Chris L. San Diego, California Reported 3 months 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.
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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months ago
Offshore Charter six people five yellow tail
Aaron Gilfand
Aaron G. San Diego, California Reported 3 months ago
Offshore Charter six people five yellow tail
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Trevor Walsh
Trevor W.
San Diego, California
Reported 4 months ago
Bluefin fishing staying steady, with Fish from 20 to 120 pounds being caught daily
Trevor Walsh
Trevor W. San Diego, California Reported 4 months ago
Bluefin fishing staying steady, with Fish from 20 to 120 pounds being caught daily
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Chris Lincoln
Chris L.
San Diego, California
Reported 6 months ago
1/2 to 3/4 day local fishing has been good! Great rockfish, lingcod and yellowtail!!
Chris Lincoln
Chris L. San Diego, California Reported 6 months ago
1/2 to 3/4 day local fishing has been good! Great rockfish, lingcod and yellowtail!!
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    Mary E. | April 2, 2026

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    Kendra N. | November 26, 2025

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    Dustin S. | June 20, 2025

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    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.

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