California Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Nathan Beall
San Diego, California
Reported: 1 year ago

It's getting hot finally

Nathan Beall San Diego, California Reported: 1 year ago

It's getting hot finally

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Scott Macdonald
Hume, California
Reported: 1 year ago

The Kings is fishing great 👍

Scott Macdonald Hume, California Reported: 1 year ago

The Kings is fishing great 👍

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Harry Markarian
Los Angeles, California
Reported: 1 year ago

Great bass fishing , big halibut hit the deck and a nice yellowtail at the island ! The island is biting !

Harry Markarian Los Angeles, California Reported: 1 year ago

Great bass fishing , big halibut hit the deck and a nice yellowtail at the island ! The island is biting !

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Harry Markarian
Los Angeles, California
Reported: 1 year ago

Local half day fun! We had excellent bass fishing to go along with some nice red snapper in our half day trip

Harry Markarian Los Angeles, California Reported: 1 year ago

Local half day fun! We had excellent bass fishing to go along with some nice red snapper in our half day trip

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Harry Markarian
Los Angeles, California
Reported: 1 year ago

Big bluefin tuna at 200lbs hit the deck . Tuna fishing has been amazing . I'd definitely get in the books to get your trophy once in a lifetime adventure

Harry Markarian Los Angeles, California Reported: 1 year ago

Big bluefin tuna at 200lbs hit the deck . Tuna fishing has been amazing . I'd definitely get in the books to get your trophy once in a lifetime adventure

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Harry Markarian
Los Angeles, California
Reported: 1 year ago

Fishing has been incredible for calico bass , barracuda and yellowtail! Defintely come on out guys! Limits of bass 1 yellowtail 1 barracuda

Harry Markarian Los Angeles, California Reported: 1 year ago

Fishing has been incredible for calico bass , barracuda and yellowtail! Defintely come on out guys! Limits of bass 1 yellowtail 1 barracuda

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Harry Markarian
Los Angeles, California
Reported: 1 year ago

Greet fishing continues at the island . We had linits of bass and giant 30lb yellows today . It was amazing to see this grade fish . Good fishing continues !

Harry Markarian Los Angeles, California Reported: 1 year ago

Greet fishing continues at the island . We had linits of bass and giant 30lb yellows today . It was amazing to see this grade fish . Good fishing continues !

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Harry Markarian
Los Angeles, California
Reported: 1 year ago

Catalina island yellowtail have been chewing good alongside wide open bass fishing

Harry Markarian Los Angeles, California Reported: 1 year ago

Catalina island yellowtail have been chewing good alongside wide open bass fishing

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★★★★★
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
★★★★★
We had such a great time with Scott! He was patient, knowledgeable, and very friendly. Next time we are in the area - Scott will be our go-to-guide!
Jessica W. | November 2, 2025

Trip: Sequoia National Forest Fly Fishing
★★★★★
We had a great time fishing. The boat was amazing and the captain and his mate lots of fun and made our entire trip enjoyable. I strongly recommend using this charter service. They kept us in the loop from the moment we made our reservation.
Justin C. | October 29, 2025

Trip: Sportfishing Or Sharking - 47'
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
We had an incredible trip with Scott. He was very communicative from our initial booking, super accommodating, and soooooo enthusiastic! You can tell he is passionate about fly fishing and it was very important to him to provide us with an exceptional experience. His instruction was clear and detailed and his continued guidance all morning resulted in catching many fish and having an overall amazing experience! Thanks a bunch Scott. Highly recommend:)
Danielle S. | September 7, 2025

Trip: Sequoia National Forest Fly Fishing
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
Larry, Brice and Briggs were beyond great. Great charter, captain and fishing spots.
Perry B. | July 11, 2025

Trip: Half Day Charter
★★★★★
Fishing with Bill was a great time. I recommend going with him to have a wonderful day!!!
Daniel D. | June 27, 2025

Trip: Striped Bass And Halibut Roundup
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
Harry and Alec were amazing and put us on the fish. Both were extremely knowledgeable and very entertaining during the day. I cannot recommend them highly enough and am so grateful for their expertise and efforts to make the trip so much fun. Thank you guys!
Don O. | October 21, 2024

Trip: 6 Hour Local Fishing

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