About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Join Captain Wes for an unforgettable inshore fishing trip out of Half Moon Bay, California, where local knowledge, top-notch gear, and a passion for the water come together for an experience you won’t soon forget. With over 20 years of expertise, Captain Wes and his professional crew know these waters inside and out—so whether you’re a seasoned angler or trying fishing for the first time, you’re in great hands.

These trips focus on the abundant inshore fisheries just off the California coast. Depending on the season and conditions, you’ll be targeting species like Rockfish, Lingcod, California Halibut, Striped Bass, and more. Whether you're jigging over reefs or drifting sandy bottoms, Captain Wes will guide you to the best spots and walk you through the most effective techniques to land your catch.

You’ll be fishing aboard a custom 31’ North River Offshore Walk Around, a serious platform built for both performance and comfort. Outfitted with a 24-degree bow entry, this boat handles Half Moon Bay’s rolling swell with ease, giving you a smooth ride even when the weather kicks up. The spacious walk-around deck offers plenty of room to fish from all sides, and the comfortable cabin, onboard toilet, and shock-mitigating seats ensure you’ll stay dry and relaxed between bites.

Captain Wes welcomes anglers of all skill levels and prides himself on offering a trip that’s both productive and enjoyable. Whether you’re after limits or just looking to enjoy a day on the Pacific, you’ll benefit from his personalized guidance, friendly crew, and the kind of local insight that only comes from decades on the water.

All gear is provided—just bring your snacks, drinks, layered clothing, and a fishing license, and get ready for a great day on the water.

So if you’re looking to explore the rugged beauty of the Northern California coast while chasing down some of the West Coast’s most sought-after inshore species, hop aboard with Captain Wes and experience Half Moon Bay fishing at its best!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	8 hours
1 Person	$1,500.00
2 People	$1,500.00
3 People	$1,500.00
4 People	$1,500.00
5 People	$1,500.00
6 People	$1,500.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Guide

Wes L.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Hands-off

Adventurous

Quality

I have been fishing for most of my life and consider the ocean to be my second home. At 17, I started deck-handing right out of high school, and at 20, took over running my first boat on the California coast. Now today, at 24 years old, we’ve become the premier 6 pack boat out of Half Moon Bay Ca.

You're not going to find anyone else who has as big a passion for fishing...

About Your Guide

Wes L.

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

The biggest overall fish we’ve caught is a Bluefin tuna at about 180lbs.

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fresh Dungeness crab fresh on the dock!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

The biggest overall fish we’ve caught is a Bluefin tuna at about 180lbs.

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fresh Dungeness crab fresh on the dock!

What’s your favorite band?

Brooks and Dunn

What’s your favorite movie?

Grand Torino

What’s your favorite sports team?

San Francisco Giants

What’s your drink of choice?

Crown and Coke

What was your last halloween costume?

Maverick from Top Gun

What do you want for Christmas this year?

A new jacket

How did you get started guiding?

I took a deckhand job and never looked back

What makes you different from other guides?

My young age paired with my experience makes us a boat that never gives up and is always looking for the best bite no matter where or when it is.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Half Moon Bay, California

Areas Fished

Half Moon Bay

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Pilothouse
Boat Manufacturer: North River Offshore Walk Arou
Boat Length: 31'
Boat Restroom: Yes

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Pilothouse
Boat Manufacturer: North River Offshore Walk Arou
Boat Length: 31'
Boat Restroom: Yes

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing

Everything Else to Know

All gear is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

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Half Moon Bay - Inshore

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About Your Trip

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Target Species

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