Explore the amazing waters off the coast of California with The Codfather Sport Fishing! Captain Justin Young is a local angler with over 10 years of experience fishing these waters, and he’ll make sure to take you to the very best spots and honey holes in the area. He loves sharing his knowledge and has something to offer to every type of angler.

Hop aboard his 42’ Ocean Yachts Sportfish convertible boat, accommodating up to 6 anglers. There is a fully equipped restroom and access to a microwave should you wish to warm your food. There’s a flybridge to protect you from the sun, as well as all-new electronics, floors, and paint. And let’s not forget the large cockpit for landing that big catch!

There’s a variety of fish species that call these waters their home, and you can come and take your pick. Capt. Justin will put you on some of the most prized fish in the area, including Lingcod, Rockfish, Tuna, Salmon, Halibut, and Striped Bass. At the end of the trip, he’ll clean and fillet your catch, so it’s ready to go straight to the table upon your return.

All the gear and terminal tackle will be provided for you when you book a trip. You’re welcome to bring your own equipment if you wish so. If you’re having a birthday gathering, let the captain know in advance and he’ll make it a very special trip.

Always extra “points” for those who bait their own hooks and have more experience, but for the first-timers, of course, the crew is there to teach you how to fish and guide you every step of the way. Most importantly, you will need at least a 1-day fishing license that can be purchased online from the CA Department of Fish and Game for roughly $17.00

Book a trip with The Codfather Sport Fishing and come enjoy a fun-filled on the waters of California!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    Halibut/Striped Bass
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 1
    Price for 2 persons
    US $530
    On this trip, you'll be fishing with live anchovies and target Halibut and Stripers in the bay. The trip will include the cost of live bait and all essential gear. Just bring your license, and come have some fun!
  • Shared trip
    Crab/Rockfish Combo trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 2 - Dec 31
    Price for 2 persons
    US $600
    We will fish for rockfish/LingCod/dungeoness crab
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Tuna (Albacore)
    Albacore Tuna
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Halibut
    Halibut
    Lingcod
    Lingcod
    Rockfish
    Rockfish
    Crab
    Crab
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
  • Shared trip
    Deep Water Rockfish/Ling Cod
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 4:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Dec 31
    Price for 2 persons
    US $600
    We will be exploring deep waters that habe been previously closed for decades offshore. Electric reels will be provided bring in the monsters of the deep.
    Targeted fish
    Lingcod
    Lingcod
    Rockfish
    Rockfish
  • Private trip
    Halibut/Striper Private Group
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 1
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,495
    This trip is for a full group of 6 and you will target all species of fish in the bay, including Halibut and Stripers. Additional guests beyond 6 can be added at an additional charge.
  • Private trip
    Deep Water Rockfish (private group)
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 4:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Dec 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,700
    You'll journey to the Farallon Islands on the hunt for Rockfish and giant Lingcod. The price will include 6 anglers, live bait, and all essential gear, just bring your license, and you're all set!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 133 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
88%
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Seonah I.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Once in a Lifetime Experience

VERIFIED   Halibut/Striped Bass on May 9, 2024
Captain Justin and Joe created a wonderful experience for us. Clear communication, timely, very professional, and helped us...
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Steven D.
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Boat
Good
3.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Excellent swanky boat, expert guides, but not super personable

VERIFIED   Halibut/Striped Bass on August 24, 2024
Let me just say that me and my girlfriend had a great time. We had the boat all to ourselves, so got a private charter for...
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Tyler T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Trip

VERIFIED   Halibut/Striper Private Group on September 1, 2024
Had a great trip with Justin and Joe! Caught a ton of fish when other boats weren’t catching anything on the same day. Both...
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Richard J.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Professionals

VERIFIED   Halibut/Striped Bass on August 16, 2024
Extremely knowledgeable about all species and locations where to catch them. Limited out as expected! Fantastic job processing...
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Justina R.
Excellent
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Best Trip

VERIFIED   Halibut/Striped Bass on May 3, 2024
This was my first time going out and it was for my birthday. I had a blast!
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FAQs about The Codfather SportFishing

The Codfather SportFishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $265 per person - Halibut/Striped Bass (8 hours)
  • US $300 per person - Crab/Rockfish Combo trip (8 hours)
  • US $300 per person - Deep Water Rockfish/Ling Cod (8 hours)
  • US $1,495 per group - Halibut/Striper Private Group (8 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - Deep Water Rockfish (private group) (8 hours)

When you book a trip with The Codfather SportFishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with The Codfather SportFishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Tips encouraged to the first mate)
  • First Mate

The Codfather SportFishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

The Codfather SportFishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with The Codfather SportFishing include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Rockfish
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Tuna (Albacore)

Meet the Captain

Justin Young
Alameda, California, United States
133 Customer reviews
Response time 3 hours
Member since April 2019
Captain Justin is a local angler who's been fishing for over a decade now. He loves people and sharing his passion for fishing with others. What he enjoys most about his job is meeting new people and helping them make some new memories.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Halibut Halibut
Lingcod Lingcod
Rockfish Rockfish

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1981
Boat manufacturer
Mediterranean Sportfish
Boat type
Convertible

Engine model
Detroit Diesel
Powered by
2 x 800HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Catch cleaning & filleting
Tips encouraged to the first mate
First Mate

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Just let the captain know
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

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