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Everything to Know About Booking a San Diego artificial lure fishing charter

Why should I book an artificial lure fishing charter in San Diego with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 26 artificial lure fishing trips in San Diego, and the most popular trips in the area are Full Day Local Offshore guided by Nathan, Epic Offshore San Diego guided by Scottie, and Half Day Charter guided by Larry.

Our guides in San Diego are rated a 4.5 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 artificial lure fishing guides / fishing lessons in San Diego? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in San Diego.

What types of artificial lure fishing charters are common in San Diego?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for artificial lure fishing in San Diego as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and lake fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for artificial lure fishing in San Diego are: 1. yellowtail amberjack, 2. rockfish, 3. mahi mahi, 4. halibut, and 5. yellowfin tuna.

How much do San Diego artificial lure fishing charters cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in San Diego can range anywhere from about $500 to $5,100, but the average price for a half day trip for artificial lure fishing in San Diego is $1,249. The average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in San Diego is $2,527.

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 on a artificial lure fishing charter in San Diego?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing charter in San Diego is summer, and most anglers book their trips 27 days in advance.

Do I need a San Diego fishing license and what are the bag limits in San Diego?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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

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

    Perry B. | July 11, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Charter

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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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