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Dana Point Half Day Excursion

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Everything to Know About Booking a Dana Point halibut fishing charter

Why should I book a halibut fishing charter in Dana Point with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 37 halibut trips in Dana Point, and the most popular trips in the area are Dana Point 24-Hour Adventure guided by Anton, Sportfishing Or Sharking - 47' guided by Steve, and Dana Point Extended Offshore Trip guided by Anton.

Our guides in Dana Point are rated a 4.71 out of 5 based on 5945 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly halibut guides / fishing lessons in Dana Point? Check out our beginner and family friendly halibut guides in Dana Point.

What types of halibut fishing charters are common in Dana Point?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for halibut in Dana Point as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and deep sea fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Dana Point are artificial lure fishing, bottom fishing, and heavy tackle fishing but light tackle fishing and trolling are popular as well.

How much do Dana Point halibut fishing charters cost?

Prices for halibut in Dana Point can range anywhere from about $963 to $3,548, but the average price for a half day trip for halibut in Dana Point is $1,050. The average price for a full day trip for halibut in Dana Point is $2,171.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for halibut fishing in Dana Point?

The most popular season for halibut fishing in Dana Point is fall, and most anglers book their trips 19 days in advance.

Do I need a Dana Point fishing license for halibut and what are the bag limits for halibut in Dana Point?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Dana Point, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Dana Point. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Dana Point.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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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