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Jonathan and Attison   |   Co-founders   |   Austin, Texas

Lingcod Fishing Charters

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

Nearshore Fishing in San Diego

1/2 DAY

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50 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Nehalem

Salmon, Bottom Fishing & Crab Pots

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Oxnard

Santa Cruz Island Adventure

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22 ft 1 - 3 People From $975
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Winchester Bay

Salmon And Rock Fish Combo

100% (1)
28 ft 1 - 8 People From $350
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Bodega Bay

Bodega Bay Roundup

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28 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,800
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Everything to Know About Booking a lingcod fishing charter

Why should I book a lingcod fishing charter with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 39 lingcod trips, and the most popular trips are Ocean Rock Fish And Lingcod guided by Thomas, Pismo Beach Kayak Fishing Special guided by Michael, and Marina Del Rey Fishing Trip guided by Jeremy.

Our guides are rated a 4.9 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 lingcod guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly lingcod guides.

What types of lingcod fishing charters are common?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for lingcod as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and river fishing.

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

How much do lingcod fishing charters cost?

Prices for lingcod can range anywhere from about $750 to $3,600, but the average price for a half day trip for lingcod is $1,348. The average price for a full day trip for lingcod is $2,920.

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 lingcod fishing?

The most popular season for lingcod fishing is summer, and most anglers book their trips 56 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Zeek got us straight into the action and had us psyched all day!

    Jake S. | October 5, 2025

    Trip: San Diego Nearshore / Offshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was amazing, comfortable, and just a good time fishing in the ocean. The bean boat bags were perfect, helping us take a nap while we were cruising to the deep ocean. Went home with an ice chest full of fish meat. It was a great time. Thank you Chris!

    Charles S. | September 21, 2025

    Trip: Offshore Attack Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Been on a lot of fishing trips both sport and commercial and this trip was hands down the best one ever. Craig is one of a kind and knows his shit. We slayed the crab and bottom fish both limited out in minutes it seemed like. Great guide

    Nathan R. | August 18, 2025

    Trip: Garibaldi Bottom Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Couldn’t ask for anything more. Captain Rod worked out trip around the weather and accommodated an extra person. Super knowledgeable and willing to educate us about everything we encountered during our charter with him. He knew exactly how and where to target salmon and we limited out! We will return and we will definitely request Rod for our guide. Highly recommend using Captain Rod for a successful, enjoyable and entertaining adventure!

    Reuben F. | August 18, 2025

    Trip: Salmon, Rockfish, Lingcod, & Crab

  • ★★★★★
    Great time, great fishing. Ezekiel was great, knew exactly what to and where to fish. We did “Not just go on a boat ride.” We caught a Yellow tail. Which was the icing on the cake.

    Marvin M. | August 4, 2025

    Trip: San Diego Nearshore Trip

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