Risen Tide Sportfishing is an experienced charter operation specializing in fishing San Diego Bay and the surrounding inshore waters. Spotted Bay Bass, Bonefish, Shortfin Corvina, California Halibut, Sand Bass, Calico Bass, and Leopard Sharks are just a few of the species you can expect to catch on a typical day in San Diego Bay.
This is a great place to introduce children to the sport of fishing, as bites come early and often and 20-30 fish is not uncommon for a half day of fishing. On top of that, the fish of San Diego Bay bite year round, rain or shine! Inshore you will focus on saltwater bass (Calico and Sandbass) as well as Yellowtail, Lingcod, Halibut, White Seabass, and a wide variety of tasty bottom fish.
You could not ask for a better vessel than Captain Eric Risen’s Skeeter SX240 bay boat. Brand new in 2017, she is powered by a 300 HP Yamaha outboard motor to get you out to fishing grounds quickly and safely. The boat has top-of-the-line fish finding electronics, a high-powered trolling motor, insulated fish boxes, and all the necessary safety equipment including life jackets for all sizes (children included). Please note, the minimum age for children is 8 years.
All fishing tackle is high-quality, with Daiwa and Shimano rods and reels to ensure you don’t lose the fish of a lifetime. Most charters come with live bait, which is bought before the trip to save you precious fishing time. There are plenty of snacks and drinks onboard and all your fish will be cleaned and filleted free of charge at the end of the day. Just jump aboard with your fishing license and anything you want for the day and enjoy!
If you are interested in exploring nearshore waters with Capt. Eric, then please get in touch with him before booking your trip. He’ll happily listen to what you want out of your trip with him and will use the information you give him to check weather and water conditions, in order to make sure that everything is in place.
Captain
Eric Risen
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
97%
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4 Hour Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on June 22, 2025
Eric, our captain, was wonderful! He was very patient with inexperienced people, namely me. He moved the boat several times to accommodate and find better fishing spots. All together the three of us caught 38 fish. This trip was a surprise trip for our 13 year old grandson. He wanted to do it everyday. Thanks Eric!
Eric, our captain, was wonderful! He was very patient with inexperienced people, namely me. He moved the boat several times to accommodate and find better fishing spots. All together the three of us caught 38 fish. This trip was a surprise trip for our 13 year old grandson. He wanted to do it everyday. Thanks Eric!
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4 Hour Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on March 20, 2025
We loved our fishing trip with Eric! Our two boys (ages 11 and 14) loved Eric and commented on how nice and knowledgable he is. He kept us moving trying to find the best spots where fish were biting. All four of us caught a fish. It was a gorgeous day and Eric is an excellent guide. We all highly recommend!!!!
We loved our fishing trip with Eric! Our two boys (ages 11 and 14) loved Eric and commented on how nice and knowledgable he is. He kept us moving trying to find the best spots where fish were biting. All four of us caught a fish. It was a gorgeous day and Eric is an excellent guide. We all highly recommend!!!!
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6 Hour Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on June 23, 2025
Fantastic Fishing and great tour guide showing me all the neat places around the bay. Rob
Fantastic Fishing and great tour guide showing me all the neat places around the bay. Rob
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4 Hour Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on February 10, 2025
Cpt. Eric was an awesome guide. Me and my 8yr old had such a great experience and caught a ton of fish. Cpt. Eric was very diligent to helping my son and made sure we utilized the entire 4 hours of our half day trip. Would highly recommend!
Cpt. Eric was an awesome guide. Me and my 8yr old had such a great experience and caught a ton of fish. Cpt. Eric was very diligent to helping my son and made sure we utilized the entire 4 hours of our half day trip. Would highly recommend!
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4 Hour Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on May 4, 2025
Eric was great! We told him what we were interest in catching in advance. He mapped out our time together to deliver on our requests and boy did he deliver. Highly recommend!
Eric was great! We told him what we were interest in catching in advance. He mapped out our time together to deliver on our requests and boy did he deliver. Highly recommend!
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San Diego, California, United States
Owner/Operator Eric Risen has been fishing the waters around Southern California for over two decades. He grew up fishing San Diego Bay as well as the inshore and offshore waters beyond. During this time, he honed his skills on a variety of local species. After graduating from the University of California Santa Barbara with a degree in Environmental Studies, he spent time working for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife before traveling the West Coast as a deckhand aboard the Fishing Yacht “Venture More”. He recently decided to follow his passion and become a full-time fishing guide in his hometown, San Diego. You will find Captain Eric knowledgeable, social, enthusiatic, and eager to give you a great fishing experience!
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Not included on Half Day Bay
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Included on boat
Drinks
Water
Fly Fishing Equipment
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
At least 8 years old, life jackets supplied
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
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