Damn Good California Fishing Charters

This trip can consist of a 4-hour day for Bass,Rockfish, Barracuda, sculpin and whats biting inshore given the season. Fishing has been amazing close to home! The Horseshoe Kelp is right at the doorstep where multiple types of species live. Enjoy great fishing, the best customer service, beautiful wildlife, and the gorgrous sunrise. All rods, tackle, bait and water a will be provided for our clients. Fish cleaning is included with the upmost standards. Our fish handling is with the upmost care, so know that your fish will be properly bled and kept properly for best tasting results . Sit back, relax,and let us provide the best experience for you & your guests! Read More

Bluefin tuna are the king of the seas with catches upwards of 300lbs. We’ve caught many fish over a 100 over the years with our largest topping off at 220. This experience embarks at the time when I know we will reach our destination and when the fish have been showing up to feed . Normally we travel anywhere from 25-50 miles offshore to look for these mystical creatures . It’s a sight to see when you see 40-200lb tuna crashing in the water chasing bait . All rods, tackle, kite gear, lures and bait (if needed other than flying fish ) is provided with this trip. Fish cleaning is included for fish under 40lbs . For fish over 40lbs , we have a professional processing service that will cut, label and vacuum seal the fish for you at an additional cost. This ensure longevity and proper cuts for sushi and steaks . Come on out and let’s get the next biggest one ! Read More

On this trip, Captain Bill will get you out there aboard his 24' pilothouse fishing vessel, built in Bandon, OR for urchin divers on the north coast of California. She's a versatile vessel with the most stable fishing platform for a boat this size, plus 8x13.5' of rear deck fishing area, and a 52-gallon live bait tank. Captain Bill will take you fishing after a wide range of exciting species that live in the San Francisco Bay area, as well as in the Pacific Ocean. You will bottom fish for Rockfish, Halibut, and Lingcod, while you can drift fish for Striped Bass. If you’re up for a solid battle in the Bay, you can also target the famous Leopard Shark! You will use light and heavy tackle on this charter. High-quality gear is provided to you for use, such as Phoenix rods, Shimano reels, and custom Calstar rods. The captain will clean and fillet your catch, so don’t forget to bring a cooler to take your hard-fought dinner home. If you’re looking to spend the afternoon relaxing in San Francisco Bay or feel the heart-pounding action of battling huge beasts in the ocean, Captain Bill is your man! Read More

This full-day trip is designed to make the most of the world-renowned offshore fishing off the coast of San Diego. This fisherman's paradise is fed by cold, rich water from deep in the Pacific, making this an extremely productive fishery from the inshore water all the way to deep offshore. On this trip, Captain Ian will take you offshore where you can target pelagic species such as Bluefin and Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Yellowfin Tuna. The season will determine the fish you target, but all of these fish are amazing fighters and some of the best-eating fish anywhere in the ocean. On this trip, you'll primarily be trolling, using multiple baits and lures to attract these fast, aggressive fish. You will be using top-of-the-line gear, artificial lures, and hand-rigged bait. When a big Bluefin hits that hook, you'll know it! Tuna are some of the hardest-fighting fish in the sea, and they'll test your strength, stamina, and fishing skill, so be ready. Captain Ian guides his trips aboard a 38' Phoenix sportfisher equipped with twin 420HP Caterpillar engines that provide a ton of speed to get you out there quick. This vessel is equipped with outriggers for trolling, flybridge, and a spacious cabin with bunks, a kitchenette, and more. She's ready to get you and your crew out on the offshore trip of a lifetime! All the rods, reels, bait, tackle, and gear is included. Just bring your California fishing license, sun protection, and polarized sunglasses and you'll be set to go! Read More

If you've been on the hunt for world-class fly fishing right here in California, this trip with Mark was meant for you! There are a plethora of awesome trout streams in the area where Mark likes to chase Steelhead and Rainbow Trout, both of which love to whack flies on topwater and streamers! His go-to rivers include the Stanislaus, Mokelumne, and Calavares, but he also loves to hit Putah Creek, the American River, the Yuba, and the Feather River as well. All of these rivers have access in the vicinity of Stockton and provide awesome walk and wade opportunities. With a little skill, you can expect big surface "takes" and blow-ups from all three species, whether you're an experienced fly fisherman or still a rookie. The summer and fall months offer the best of both worlds when it comes to fishing the San Joaquin Valley, with excellent weather and river conditions, alongside terrific fishing. Fishing during these seasons is also a great way to expand your fly-fishing skillset beyond just Trout; you can have a lot of success targeting Bass and Stripers on the fly as well. Mark has fished this area for decades, and he's the resident expert when it comes to the best spots, tackle, and techniques. This walk-and-wade trip is the perfect way to get full access to the best holes and hotspots, with Mark there to offer technique tips and pointers. His full-day trips include lunch, so all you need to bring are your **waders and boots**, your sun protection, California Fishing License, and personal gear. Of course, if you don't have your own equipment he's happy to provide it for you. Get out there and see what the San Joaquin Valley has to offer! Read More

The cold, rich Pacific currents that flow along California's coast make the San Francisco Bay an angler's (or a crabber's) paradise! On this trip, Captain Craig will get you out into the Bay to drop down for Dungeness Crab, which are a delicious and easy species to catch. In addition, hitting the bottom for Crab will also let you get hooked up on Rockfish and potentially other bottomfish as well! Depending on the season, weather, and your fishing preferences, Captain Craig will make sure that you're equipped with the right gear and tackle to get the job done. You'll be out there aboard his 33' Crown Custom sportfisher. Originally built in 1979, she's a purpose-built vessel that can handle anything the Bay can throw at you. She runs a 250-HP Scania engine and sports bait wells, bathroom, and a full suite of electronics to enhance your fishing. With all the rods, reels, bait, and tackle provided, you just need to bring sunscreen and your California Fishing Licenses. Get out there and hook 'em! Read More

The cold, rich Pacific currents that flow along California's coast make the San Francisco Bay an angler's paradise. The inshore, nearshore, and offshore water here supports a superb marine ecosystem with a huge diversity of top-notch sport and game species, all of which you can go after with Captain Craig. On this trip, Captain Craig will get you out there to target King Salmon, Halibut, Leopard Sharks, Lingcod, Rockfish, Striped Bass, and Sturgeon! This is a unique mix of species that will give you a ton of different challenges and things to enjoy! Because there are so many species to target, you'll mix it up with several different fishing techniques including bottomfishing, trolling, drifting, jigging, and more. Depending on the season, weather, and your fishing preferences, Captain Craig will make sure that you're equipped with the right gear and tackle to get the job done. You'll be out there aboard his 33' Crown Custom sportfisher. Originally built in 1979, she's a purpose-built vessel that can handle anything the Bay can throw at you. She runs a 250-HP Scania engine and sports bait wells, bathroom, and a full suite of electronics to enhance your fishing. With all the rods, reels, bait, and tackle provided, you just need to bring sunscreen and your California Fishing Licenses. Get out there and hook 'em! Read More

Captain Ty specializes in Salmon, Sturgeon, Rockfish, Lingcod, Dungeness Crab, Albacore Tuna and Halibut fishing trips in Northern California. Whether you're interested in catching that personal best Chinook Salmon, a monster Lingcod, some tasty Halibut, or the White Sturgeon of your dreams, Captain Ty has you covered. Trips include all gear, bait, pack ice for your catch and fillet of your catch if desired. Offering fishing trips for up to six people is no problem aboard Captain Ty's 2005 Parker 28' pilothouse. She's powered by twin Yamaha 225HP engines., and built to take anything that the California coast can throw her way. She's quite stable and comfortable, she has an overall length of 33' and a beam of 9' 6". She has a cabin to stay dry, working head, plenty of deck space and is equipped with top-of-the-line safety equipment including a life raft and EPIRB. She also sports Cannon Optimum 10 downriggers, large bait well, Furuno and Simrad electronics, custom Seeker downrigger rods, Shimano Trevala jigging rods, Avet reels (right and left handed) a variety of light tackle spinning gear, lures, jigs, bait. Captain Ty has all your needs covered. All you need to get out there is your sun protection and your California Fishing Licenses! Read More

Southern California offers the unique “close to coast” fishery for Mako sharks. Compared to other species in SoCal that come and go with each month. These cold inshore and nearshore waters give fly fishermen looking for a tug the most consistent chance at hooking into these beasts year-round. Prime months for big Makos pick up in May, June, July and returning in October up into November. This trip also gives you time to explore further offshore San Diego's coast and explore much farther waters depending on the season, conditions, and length of the trip. You'll be seeing some sharks that will surely give you a breath-taking experience. This trip will allow for more time to find fish and sharks and more time for travel. So if you are trying to get that bucket list fish on the fly, this is the trip for you. On these offshore trips, you'll be fishing rods that are 10wt up to 13wt, depending on what species and size Captain Mark has you targeting that day. All offshore fly trips include all fly rods, leaders and flies, chum, teasers. No need to bring anything other than your fishing license, lunch, snacks, and beverages! Captain Mark will have a cooler with ice and waters for you to drink and use for storing those food and beverages as well. Be prepared for cool mornings on the run out to the fishery. Recommended to have some lightweight clothing to wear as the day goes on. Average sea conditions can be a little bumpy to having a heavy wind swell. Most winds are in the afternoon and the ride home can be bumpy. Be prepared for all weather conditions. Read More

Come aboard Captain Kevin's 21' Bayliner for an exciting day of Lobstering off of beautiful Los Angeles, California! With Captain Kevin at the helm, you'll be heading out into the Pacific waters in search of some of the most delicious and sought-after crustaceans in the ocean: California Spiny Lobsters! Using hoop nets, you'll be able to carefully and sustainably catch these tasty critters and enjoy a fresh seafood feast like no other. Captain Kevin's Bayliner is a beauty, purpose built for fishing in nearshore water. She sports a t-top for some shade, and has a full kit of amenities to enhance your experience—plus, she packs a punch with a Mercury outboard engine. As you cruise the waters, keep an eye out for dolphins, seals, and other marine life that call this area home. Book your trip today and get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure! Read More

Whether you're new to fishing the Pacific Coast or already an experienced angler, this half-day trip with Captain Anton is a guaranteed blast. This area, between Dana Point and Catalina Island, is one of the most productive fisheries in California, attracting pelagic predators such as Tuna as well as nearshore species such as Barracuda, Yellowtail Amberjack, Rockcod, and more. Captain Anton is en expert when it comes to hooking fish out here, and he'll make sure to put you right on the fish. On this trip, you'll focus on the nearshore shelves and reefs, dropping lines to hook up Rockcod, Calico Bass, White Seabass, and Yellowtail. There are also opportunities to pull in a Halibut as well! You'll be fishing aboard his 36' Blackman sportfisher. She's a real beauty, and features a large bait capacity, a refrigerated fish-hold for your keepers, Furuno side-scanning sonar, depthfinder, bunks, full onboard bathroom, and a kitchen with a Keurig coffee maker! Plus, she has a wide deck to give you plenty of room to fight the fish. Captain Anton will provide everything you need for a blue-ribbon day out there! Just bring proper clothing and your California fishing license and you'll be set to go. Read More

The offshore banks that lie off the coast of Southern California down into Northern Baja, provide a great opportunity to catch big game fish with a fly rod. From the Coronado Islands for yellowtail and Bonito to the outer offshore banks for yellowfin tuna, yellowtail, and Dorado. These offshore fisheries will consist of searching out the ocean for kelp paddies that can hold yellowtail and Dorado and at times, yellowfin tuna. These paddies give you the chance to find fish that are holding in the upper water column. On these offshore trips, you'll be fishing rods that are 10wt up to 13wt, depending on what species and size Captain Mark has you targeting that day. All offshore fly trips include all fly rods, leaders and flies, chum, teasers. No need to bring anything other than your fishing license, lunch, snacks, and beverages! Captain Mark will have a cooler with ice and waters for you to drink and use for storing those food and beverages as well. Be prepared for cool mornings on the run out to the fishery. Recommended to have some lightweight clothing to wear as the day goes on. Average sea conditions can be a little bumpy to having a heavy wind swell. Most winds are in the afternoon and the ride home can be bumpy. Be prepared for all weather conditions. Read More