The Limit 

4.3
(47 reviews)
 955 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92101, United States–

The Limit 

San Diego, CA, United States
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36 ft
6
4.3
(47 reviews)

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Come aboard The Limit where seasoned captains guide you towards Yellowfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Dorado, Blue and Striped Marlin, and more. This is the perfect charter for more experienced anglers who are looking to test their skills and wits against various hard-fighting deep-sea species. Let the battle begin!

You’ll be heading out on your adventure in a 36’ Trojan. She can comfortably accommodate 5 anglers, and is powered by two 265 HP Yamaha engines. All anglers will be able to fish at the same time, unless you’re trolling the waters, as this is limited to four anglers at once — the perfect opportunity for you and a friend to sit back, relax, and let the fish take center stage!

The Limit cruises along at 25 knots, meaning that your captain will get you on the fish nice and quickly, allowing maximum time for reeling in your big catch. Fancy something a bit different? They provide spearfishing equipment, so if you’d like a story to tell, this might be for you. Just make sure you let him know in advance that you’d like to experience this type of fishing on your trip.

If you’re a slightly less experienced angler, then your captain is more than happy to bring you on board and introduce you to the waters that he knows so well. His local trips targeting inshore species like Yellowtail and Halibut are perfect for a family holiday to remember. Kids are more than welcome onboard, just make sure that you bring along a life jacket for any children under six years old.

All fishing equipment, including live bait, is included in your trip, and your captain will happily clean and fillet your catch on the boat. All you need to do is purchase your daily fishing license, bring along some suncream and your favorite snacks, and get ready to work your magic on The Limit!

*For trips booked within 48 hours of departure, please contact the Captain to ensure proper coordination.

Come aboard The Limit where seasoned captains guide you towards Yellowfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Dorado, Blue and Striped Marlin, and more. This is the perfect charter for more experienced anglers who are looking to test their skills and wits against various hard-fighting deep-sea species. Let the battle begin!

You’ll be heading out on your adventure in a 36’ Trojan. She can comfortably accommodate 5 anglers, and is powered by two 265 HP Yamaha engines. All anglers will be able to fish at the same time, unless you’re trolling the waters, as this is limited to four anglers at once — the perfect opportunity for you and a friend to sit back, relax, and let the fish take center stage!

The Limit cruises along at 25 knots, meaning that your captain will get you on the fish nice and quickly, allowing maximum time for reeling in your big catch. Fancy something a bit different? They provide spearfishing equipment, so if you’d like a story to tell, this might be for you. Just make sure you let him know in advance that you’d like to experience this type of fishing on your trip.

If you’re a slightly less experienced angler, then your captain is more than happy to bring you on board and introduce you to the waters that he knows so well. His local trips targeting inshore species like Yellowtail and Halibut are perfect for a family holiday to remember. Kids are more than welcome onboard, just make sure that you bring along a life jacket for any children under six years old.

All fishing equipment, including live bait, is included in your trip, and your captain will happily clean and fillet your catch on the boat. All you need to do is purchase your daily fishing license, bring along some suncream and your favorite snacks, and get ready to work your magic on The Limit!

*For trips booked within 48 hours of departure, please contact the Captain to ensure proper coordination.

Nathan Beall
Charter Operator
Nathan Beall
32 years of experience
responds within an hour

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip (AM or PM)
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:15 AM, 2:30 PM)
Barracuda (Pacific)
Shark (Mako)
Rockfish
Calico Bass
+2
US $749
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 12:30 PM)
Yellowtail Amberjack
Seabass (Giant)
Barracuda (Pacific)
Cod
+3
US $1,225
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Offshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 5:45 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+8
US $2,126
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Offshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Swordfish
Tuna (Bluefin)
+8
US $2,450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Extended Offshore Full Day
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Swordfish
Tuna (Bluefin)
+8
US $2,796
Entire boat: up to 4 people
12- Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
12 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 7:00 PM)
Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
Seabass (Giant)
Barracuda (Pacific)
+2
US $2,996
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.3
47 reviews
4.2
Boat & equipment
4.4
Captain & crew
4.2
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (31)

What anglers say

76%
Great experience
88%
Family friendly
91%
Friendly captain
82%
Good boat
73%
Recommended
75%
Caught fish

Reviews (47)

  • Mike Lobue
    Mike Lobue
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Even on a tough day

    Extended Offshore Full Day on August 1, 2026 • 4 adults

    Our trip just fell on one of those days. The radio chatter was silent and boats were calling it early. However, Skipper Ross found us a kelp paddy where our 4-pack pulled in 30+ yellow fin. Ryan was a machine pulling and rebaiting hooks to get us back in. It was fast, furious, and fun. On our trip we felt like the Kings of San Diego.

  • Rachel Branson
    Rachel Branson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Great family fun!

    Half Day Trip (PM) on July 24, 2026 • 4 adults

    My family and I love to fish in Colorado an really wanted to try catching something on the ocean. Captain Jason, Ty, and Joe were so wonderful to work with! Every one of us caught something and really enjoyed ourselves. They made the trip enjoyable and those four hours flew by! I would 100% recommend this to a friend and would do it again!

  • Kyle Isom
    Kyle Isom
    us
    Idaho, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip

    Half Day Trip - 12:30 PM on June 21, 2026 • 3 adults

    mike and Jeff were great. helpful and willing to teach us (party of 3) the ropes of sea fishing. we ended catching star and Vermillion. Definitely worth the trip and would recommend to anyone.

  • Jorge Hernandez
    Jorge Hernandez
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2025
    4.7
    Verified

    The crew went above and beyond

    Swordfish Trip on June 25, 2025 • 5 adults

    The crew went above and beyond , they did everything they could to go after yellow tail, and swordfish, we just could get a bite. We did cath some rock fish and that made the trip for me: to see my grandsons catch something made it worth it.. Thanks Mike and Jimmy and of course Nate..

  • Josh Ervasti
    Josh Ervasti
    Repeat angler
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great PM Bay trip

    Half Day Trip (PM) on November 13, 2022 • 5 adults • 2 children

    Had a great time with Captain Gerald and Lowel. We booked this PM trip last minute after another charter had to cancel due to mechanical issues. They were quick to accommodate and get us all taken care of. Not a lot of bites, but that was more due to season and time of day. But our sons still both hauled in fish, including two sharks! Gerry and Lowel were both very knowledgeable and great with the boys. Definitely will be booking them for a longer trip when we're back in the future!

  • Paul Nelson
    Paul Nelson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2019
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience with a Very Experienced and helpful Captain

    Half Day Trip – Local Offshore (PM) on June 27, 2020 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Jeff was our Captain for the day and he was awesome. He taught my son and me all about fishing the SD Bay and was very patient as he did. Jeff's knowledge of the local area made it easy for my son to destroy me in our fishing competition and it sent us home with plenty of halibut to eat. The Witchy Woman is an extremely fast and stable boat, and it handled the rougher water of the day without issue. I would have zero hesitation taking this boat out to the islands or on an all-day tuna trip. Excellent experience and highly recommended to anyone of any level of experience. Thanks, CPT Jeff!!!!

  • Laurie Leonard
    Laurie Leonard
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun on the bay

    Half Day Trip (AM or PM) on May 9, 2022 • 2 adults

    Had a great time with Captain Ross and Noah. They were great company, really attentive to our lines. I had never caught a fish. Now I have caught 4. My fishing buddy Jim, caught dinner. A nice size halibut! Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. AND I’m a local😎

  • Lance S
    Lance S
    Member since 2019
    5.0

    Not Just Mackerel!

    Half Day Trip (AM or PM) on December 13, 2019

    A friend and I went for a half-day fishing charter with The Long Run Sports Fishing a few weeks ago and had a great and exciting experience. I should preface we have little to no fishing experience and although we were open to any experience, we both totally enjoyed the one Long Run provided. While out, the water around the boat began to "boil" -a term that was new to me-. I had never seen the water's surface teaming with so many fish. The captain said it was Mackerel and related they weren't good eating as they are too fatty and very fishy tasting. Unpleasant was the word he used. But I didn't care, I wanted to catch one. What followed was an experience right out of a Loony Tunes Cartoon. I had a lure at the end of my line and all I had to do was cast my line out and within less than a second, I had a fish to reel in. It was soooo exciting. Who cared if it was crappy mackerel, I was having a blast! In a matter of 20 or so minutes, I caught 43 mackerel!!! All I had to do practically was throw my line in the water and whip it back in the boat. It certainly wasn't a traditional or anticipated experience. Together my friend and I caught 76 fish. What to do with 76 fishy fatty mackerel? We gave them to Long Run for shark fishing at a later date. Apparently, mackerel make for great chum for attracting sharks. It would have been great to catch something edible, but edible or not, we had an awesome time. Beyond the fishing, the captain and crew were great help and all their fishing equipment was in good order. They were hoping we'd catch anything other than mackerel and were encouraging us to ignore the mackerel boil and try for skipjack, flounder or something else. As it was just me and my friend, they were really accommodating to our limited experience and our limited requirements. In a sense it was like going deer hunting and being overjoyed with hunting squirrels instead. Admittedly, we were easy to please. I would highly recommend chartering with The Long Run Sportfishing group. We were extremely pleased and will be definitely chartering with them again. FIVE STAR crew. FIVE STAR experience.

  • Charles English
    Charles English
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Better than expected!

    Swordfish Trip on May 30, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Jason and Deckhand Sergio were Amazing. Without any Real ocean fishing experience we were helped every step of the way! So many fish caught we lost count! No joke! Halibut, Rockfish, bass and Redfish, along with several Species I don’t remember the names of. We had the Best trip Ever. Sergio kept our hooks baited and Captain Jayson kept us on the fish every stop we made! The boat was well equipped and Very Comfortable, OUR Safety was never in question. Always felt safe and secure. You won’t find a Captain & crew that will treat you better or keep you On the bite better! If you looking for a Day trip on the ocean in San Diego, Hook up with, “The limit,” or ,”The Long Run,” boats and Have n experience to remember. We will Do it Again!!. Charles & Janet.

  • Cole Zderich
    Cole Zderich
    Member since 2025
    5.0

    Half day fishing trip with Captain Mike

    Half Day Trip (AM or PM) on December 7, 2025

    I had an amazing fishing trip with The Longrun. From start to finish, everything was top-notch. The captain was knowledgeable, professional, and clearly passionate about fishing, which made the whole experience both fun and productive. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and comfortable, and we felt safe the entire time. The crew worked hard to put us on fish and were great about helping with gear, techniques, and tips, no matter your experience level. We caught plenty of fish and had a great time doing it. The atmosphere was relaxed, friendly, and well-organized. If you’re looking for a memorable fishing trip with a crew that truly knows what they’re doing, I highly recommend The Longrun. I’ll definitely be booking again!

FAQs about The Limit

The Limit offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $749 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM or PM) (4 hours)
  • US $749 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM or PM) - 10:15 AM (4 hours)
  • US $749 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM or PM) - 2:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,225 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,225 per group, additional US $225 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip - 12:30 PM (6 hours)
  • US $2,126 per group, additional US $400 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Offshore Trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,450 per group, additional US $450 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Offshore Trip (10 hours)
  • US $2,796 per group, additional US $450 per person after 4 guests - Extended Offshore Full Day (12 hours)
  • US $2,996 per group, additional US $450 per person after 4 guests - 12- Hour Trip (12 hours)
  • US $2,996 per group, additional US $450 per person after 4 guests - 12- Hour Trip - 7:00 PM (12 hours)
When you book a trip with The Limit, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet We have two enclosed 'heads' toilets
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Spearfishing equipment Included in trip
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with The Limit include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn, Shimano, Daiwa)
  • Live bait (Caught or purchased prior to trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Takes place on the boat)
  • First mate (10%-20% is typical tip for the crew. (They split it evenly). My first mate is extremely accommodating and efficient with a great deal of experience)
The Limit offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We run trips of all types, from inshore Halibut, Bass and Sharks. Local offshore Bass, Bonito, Barracuda and Yellowtail and Rockfish to offshore Yellowtail, Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna and Dorado. We also target Marlin and Swordfish on billfish charters )
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
The Limit offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Bowfishing
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with The Limit include:
  • Barracuda (Pacific)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Halibut (California)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Rockfish
  • Shark (Leopard)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Shark (Thresher)
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Your operator

Nathan Beall
Nathan Beall
San Diego, California, United States
15 Fishing Reports
302 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2015
I've been fishing San Diego waters since 1981. I have been a fishing nut for the last 40 years and operating charters for 26 of those years. I take pride in showing fishermen and women of all ages and skill levels the best day they've had, fishing or otherwise. I believe happy clients are the cornerstone of a thriving charter operation.
Nathan Beall
Nathan Beall
15
reports
302
reviews
2015
member since
~1h
response
I've been fishing San Diego waters since 1981. I have been a fishing nut for the last 40 years and operating charters for 26 of those years. I take pride in showing fishermen and women of all ages and skill levels the best day they've had, fishing or otherwise. I believe happy clients are the cornerstone of a thriving charter operation.

The fish you can target

Pacific Barracuda
Pacific Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
California Halibut
California Halibut
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Rockfish
Rockfish
Leopard Shark
Leopard Shark
Mako Shark
Mako Shark
Thresher Shark
Thresher Shark
Swordfish
Swordfish
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowtail Amberjack
Yellowtail Amberjack
Pacific Barracuda
Pacific Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
California Halibut
California Halibut
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Rockfish
Rockfish

Real catches by this captain

  • A variety of fish, including several Bonito, are stored in the boat's interior, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Excellent Bonito and Yellowtail fishing on our 12 hr on the limit yeaterda
  • Two anglers enjoying a day on the water, with one proudly displaying a caught fish while the other points in excitement.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Skipjack Tuna
    Mike L.
    Mike L.
    Our trip just fell on one of those days. The radio chatter was silent and boats were calling it early. However, Skipper Ross found us a kelp paddy where our 4-pack pulled in 30+ yellow fin. Ryan was a machine pulling and rebaiting hooks to get us back in. It was fast, furious, and fun. On our trip we felt like the Kings of San Diego.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while enjoying a day on the water, with a city skyline in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Sand Bass
    Rachel B.
    Rachel B.
    My family and I love to fish in Colorado an really wanted to try catching something on the ocean. Captain Jason, Ty, and Joe were so wonderful to work with! Every one of us caught something and really enjoyed ourselves. They made the trip enjoyable and those four hours flew by! I would 100% recommend this to a friend and would do it again!
  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying their catch of colorful rockfish while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Vermilion Snapper
    Kyle I.
    Kyle I.
    mike and Jeff were great. helpful and willing to teach us (party of 3) the ropes of sea fishing. we ended catching star and Vermillion. Definitely worth the trip and would recommend to anyone.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a caught fish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Pacific Barracuda
    Jorge H.
    Jorge H.
    The crew went above and beyond , they did everything they could to go after yellow tail, and swordfish, we just could get a bite. We did cath some rock fish and that made the trip for me: to see my grandsons catch something made it worth it.. Thanks Mike and Jimmy and of course Nate..
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Marlin on a sport fishing boat, showcasing their successful catch during a deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Blue Marlin
    Exotics Dorado, Yellowfin and Marlin have come to join the Bluefin and Yellowtail
  • Family group aboard a boat proudly holding a spotted shark, with two young anglers in life jackets on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Leopard Shark
    Josh E.
    Josh E.
    Had a great time with Captain Gerald and Lowel. We booked this PM trip last minute after another charter had to cancel due to mechanical issues. They were quick to accommodate and get us all taken care of. Not a lot of bites, but that was more due to season and time of day. But our sons still both hauled in fish, including two sharks! Gerry and Lowel were both very knowledgeable and great with the boys. Definitely will be booking them for a longer trip when we're back in the future!
  • Family group displaying two freshly caught fish on the bow of a covered charter boat, with young anglers and calm coastal water in the background.
    Fish 1
    California Halibut
    Israel P.
    Israel P.
    Captain and his crew were great. they had to switch out boat but gave us more time, a bigger boat and a discount. Will def use them again.
  • Angler holding a spotted reef fish over the water from a boat, with a harbor and naval ship visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Calico Bass
    Laurie L.
    Laurie L.
    Had a great time with Captain Ross and Noah. They were great company, really attentive to our lines. I had never caught a fish. Now I have caught 4. My fishing buddy Jim, caught dinner. A nice size halibut! Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. AND I’m a local😎
  • A group enjoying a day on the water aboard a center console boat named 'Witch Woman', showcasing the vibrant blue exterior against the backdrop of a bustling harbor.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Halibut
    Paul N.
    Paul N.
    Jeff was our Captain for the day and he was awesome. He taught my son and me all about fishing the SD Bay and was very patient as he did. Jeff's knowledge of the local area made it easy for my son to destroy me in our fishing competition and it sent us home with plenty of halibut to eat. The Witchy Woman is an extremely fast and stable boat, and it handled the rougher water of the day without issue. I would have zero hesitation taking this boat out to the islands or on an all-day tuna trip. Excellent experience and highly recommended to anyone of any level of experience. Thanks, CPT Jeff!!!!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
1984
Restored in
2025
Boat manufacturer
Trojan
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
2 x 315HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Bowfishing
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
We have two enclosed 'heads' toilets
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Spearfishing equipment
Included in trip
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Penn, Shimano, Daiwa
Live bait
Caught or purchased prior to trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Takes place on the boat
First mate
10%-20% is typical tip for the crew. (They split it evenly). My first mate is extremely accommodating and efficient with a great deal of experience

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Our best clients are the kids
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in San Diego right now

Barracuda (Pacific)Barracuda (Pacific)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Striped)Marlin (Striped)
RockfishRockfish
Shark (Mako)Shark (Mako)
Shark (Thresher)Shark (Thresher)
SwordfishSwordfish
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
Yellowtail AmberjackYellowtail Amberjack

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