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SoCal Fishing Charters – San Diego

There’s no better place to explore the rich waters of Southern California than San Diego. Come aboard SoCal Fishing Charters and hit up the shallow coastal waters, the deep seas of the Pacific, or the world-famous Catalina and San Clemente Islands. Go after some exciting, delicious, and huge fish on what promises to be the fishing trip of a lifetime.

An avid angler since childhood, Captain Jonathan Stroh explored every corner of these productive fishing grounds, and just loves sharing his skills and knowledge with others. Come aboard and he’ll do whatever he can so that you catch that trophy fish.

Up to 4 guests are welcome aboard the 25’ Winner cuddy cabin to explore these rich waters. Featuring plenty of comfortable seating and a toilet for all your needs, you’ll want for nothing as you spend up to 13 hours aboard. Bring your own drinks and snacks and settle in for a thrilling fishing experience.

When it comes to the fishing, the boat also features everything you need for a productive day out. She boasts outriggers to help you troll, while the onboard livewell will be full of bait for you to use. With the latest rods and reels, you’ll have the edge over all the great fish out there.

Along the nearshore reefs and bays, you’ll go after Halibut, Seabass, and Rockfish, while a trip to the deep waters will see the serious fishing begin. Get ready for an intense day out as you battle it out with Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Swordfish and Yellowtails. Mix it up and target some Sheephead and monster Bass around the islands, and you’ll have a fishing trip like never before.

Anglers of all ages and abilities are welcome aboard, and Capt. Jonathan will give you all a helping hand to land your target fish. He’ll even clean and fillet your catch when you get back to shore, so you can enjoy the fruits of your labor right away.

All you need to do is grab your fishing license and come aboard SoCal Fishing Charters to discover some of the world’s best fishing grounds!



FAQs about SoCal Fishing Charters – San Diego

SoCal Fishing Charters – San Diego offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,025 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $1,550 per group - 13 Hour Trip – San Clemente Island (13 hours)

When you book a trip with SoCal Fishing Charters – San Diego, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Spearfishing Equipment
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with SoCal Fishing Charters – San Diego include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

SoCal Fishing Charters – San Diego offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

SoCal Fishing Charters – San Diego offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with SoCal Fishing Charters – San Diego include:
  • Barracuda (Pacific)
  • Calico Bass
  • California Corbina
  • California Sheephead
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Halibut
  • Rockfish
  • Seabass (White)
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Meet the Captain

Jonathan Stroh
San Diego, California, United States
22 Customer reviews
Member since July 2019
I've loved fishing locally since I can remember, and spent my childhood going out with my father baiting Swordfish and Marlin at the 14-mile bank, hooking Mako Sharks and watching them leap and display magnificent power and agility while seeing glowing bait schools evading predators lurking beneath. The raw essence and magic of the Pacific Ocean has kept me enamored 'til this day.

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Pacific) Pacific Barracuda
Calico Bass Calico Bass
California Corbina California Corbina
California Sheephead California Sheephead

Boat specs

Winner (Cuddy cabin) originally built in 1989. Powered by a 225HP Honda engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Outriggers

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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
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
Checks
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 3 reviews
Equipment
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (16)
11 Mahi and a Yellowtail!
11 Mahi and a Yellowtail!
11 Mahi and a Yellowtail!
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Mike L.
London, United Kingdom
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Good
3.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

11 Mahi and a Yellowtail!

VERIFIED   13 Hour Trip – San Clemente Island on July 30, 2022
Captain Jonathan was able to find the mahi and put me on to 11 of them all between the 15 to 20 pound range.  We found several...
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John D.
Sexsmith, AB
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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3/‘4 day trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on January 20, 2020
Ron was great to spend the day with , we caught lots of fish, we got to see a large whale and lots of dolphins on our way to...
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Matthew S.
San Diego, CA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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8 hour slay fest

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on October 3, 2020
Thank you Captain Jon for filling up my freezer!  What an epic day!
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