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What are the best fishing charters in California?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 59 trips in California, and the most popular trips in the area are 6 hr (AM or PM) guided by Shaun, Lobster Hooping - 21' Bayliner guided by Kevin, and Sequoia National Forest Fly Fishing guided by Scott.
Our guides in California are rated a 4.75 out of 5 based on 2567 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.
All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and 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.
The most popular cities to book a charter in California are San Diego, Newport Beach and Richmond.
Looking for kid friendly charters / fishing lessons in California? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in California.
What types of fishing charters are common in California?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular in California as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and river fishing.
The most commonly sought after species in California are: 1. rockfish, 2. yellowtail amberjack, 3. halibut, and 4. barracuda.
The most common fishing techniques in California are bottom fishing, light tackle fishing, and trolling but heavy tackle fishing and drift fishing are popular as well.
How much do California fishing charters cost?
in California prices can range anywhere from about $490 to $2,450, but the average price for a half day trip in California is $786. The average price for a full day trip in California is $1,757.
What month is best for fishing in California?
The most popular season for fishing in California is summer, and most anglers book their trips 41 days in advance.
Do I need a California fishing license and what are the bag limits in California?
See here for more information on fishing licenses in California, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in California. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in California.
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Top Targeted Fishing Species in California
- Albacore Tuna
- Amberjack
- Barracuda
- Black Seabass
- Blue Marlin
- Bluefin Tuna
- Bonito
- Brook Trout
- Brown Trout
- Calico Bass
- California Corbina
- California Sheephead
- Chinook Salmon
- Crab
- Golden Dorado
- Golden Trout
- Halibut
- Kingfish
- Largemouth Bass
- Leopard Shark
- Lingcod
- Lobster
- Mahi Mahi
- Mako Shark
- Rainbow Trout
- Rockfish
- Sculpin
- Skipjack Tuna
- Spotted Bass
- Steelhead
- Striped Bass
- Striped Marlin
- Sturgeon
- White Seabass
- Yellowfin Tuna
- Yellowtail Amberjack
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