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Calico Bass Fishing Charters

Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Dana Point

So-Cal Sportfishing Or Sharking - 34'

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34 ft 1 - 4 People From $795
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Dana Point

Dana Point Extended Offshore Trip

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36 ft 1 - 4 People From $5,800
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in San Diego

San Diego Coastal Waters

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $850
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Marina del Rey

Marina Del Rey Fishing Trip

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34 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in San Diego

Coastal Waters Fun!

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29 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in San Diego

Liberty Station Kayak Fishing With A Pro

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1 - 4 People From $125
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Everything to Know About Booking a calico bass fishing charter

What are the best calico bass fishing charters?

Why should I book a calico bass fishing charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 27 calico bass trips, and the most popular trips are 6 Hour Local lobster hooping guided by Harry, 11 Hour Catalina Fishing Experience guided by Harry, and San Diego 3/4 Day Roundup guided by Andrew.

Our guides are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3784 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 calico bass guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly calico bass guides.

What types of calico bass fishing charters are common?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for calico bass as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most common fishing techniques are bottom fishing, trolling, and light tackle fishing but heavy tackle fishing and live bait fishing are popular as well.

How much do calico bass fishing charters cost?

Prices for calico bass can range anywhere from about $823 to $2,720, but the average price for a half day trip for calico bass is $1,035. The average price for a full day trip for calico bass is $1,911.

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 calico bass fishing?

The most popular season for calico bass fishing is fall, and most anglers book their trips 36 days in advance.

Do I need a fishing license for calico bass and what are the bag limits for calico bass?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip wonderful time. We caught an astonishing variety of fish! Everyone had a great time.

    John H. | October 11, 2023

    Trip: 6 hr (AM or PM)

  • ★★★★★
    Bobby was our captain and he treated myself, my son and my grandson like we owned the boat. He was very professional and courteous and answered all our questions. He gave us choices which no other service has in the past. This was much appreciated and I plan on returning again.

    John P. | June 5, 2023

    Trip: 6 hr (AM or PM)

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