Damn Good Deep Sea Fishing Charters In San Francisco Bay

The best deep sea fishing charters in San Francisco Bay are:

• Golden State Sportfishing

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 2 deep sea trips in San Francisco Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Rock Fish / Ling Cod Combo guided by Joe and Bay Halibut/Stripers Full Day guided by Joe.

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Looking for kid friendly deep sea guides / fishing lessons in San Francisco Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly deep sea guides in San Francisco Bay.

The most commonly sought after species for deep sea fishing are: 1. lingcod, 2. rockfish, 3. halibut, and 4. striped bass.

The most common fishing techniques in San Francisco Bay are artificial lure fishing, bottom fishing, and cut bait fishing but heavy tackle fishing and jigging are popular as well.

Prices for deep sea fishing in San Francisco Bay can range anywhere from about $1,665 to $1,785, but the average price for a full day trip for deep sea fishing in San Francisco Bay is $1,725.

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.

The most popular season for deep sea fishing in San Francisco Bay is summer, and most anglers book their trips 0 days in advance.

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