Barbarossa Fishing 

4.9/5 (57 reviews)
 Brommer Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, United States

Barbarossa Fishing 

Santa Cruz, CA, United States
25 ft
6
4.9/5 (57 reviews)

Barbarossa Fishing is a Bay Area fishing charter based out of Santa Cruz, California. Come and enjoy a day in nature as you explore the area's beautiful and fish-rich nearshore and offshore waters. You'll have Captain Justin Payton right there to help you and make sure you have a first-rate angling experience, so come aboard and create wonderful memories on the water!

Your trip will start on the 'Barbarossa', a 2015 25' Parker pilothouse boat that can comfortably take 6 guests. It runs on two 150 HP Yamaha engines with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots, features a flushing toilet, and is equipped with downriggers, outriggers and a livewell.

You'll have the chance to fish the local reefs or travel up to Davenport to find large Lingcod. The captain also specializes in catching Salmon, Rockfish, Crab, Halibut, and other species. The techniques you can try out include deep and bottom sea fishing, trolling, and jigging. You can keep all of your catch if you want and you're free to bring kids on your trip. Salmon fishing will only take place on salmon specific trips.

Captain Justin will provide you with all the rods, reels, tackle, live bait, and lures. You only need to bring fishing licenses and the food and drinks of your choice.

Barbarossa Fishing is waiting for you in Santa Cruz to have a lovely day on the sea!

BARBAROSSA FISHING CHARTERS HOODIES ARE AVAILABLE
- Adult Unisex Sizes from S-XL
- $40 each
- Please ask the Captain before the trip to bring them the day of the trip

Barbarossa Fishing is a Bay Area fishing charter based out of Santa Cruz, California. Come and enjoy a day in nature as you explore the area's beautiful and fish-rich nearshore and offshore waters. You'll have Captain Justin Payton right there to help you and make sure you have a first-rate angling experience, so come aboard and create wonderful memories on the water!

Your trip will start on the 'Barbarossa', a 2015 25' Parker pilothouse boat that can comfortably take 6 guests. It runs on two 150 HP Yamaha engines with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots, features a flushing toilet, and is equipped with downriggers, outriggers and a livewell.

You'll have the chance to fish the local reefs or travel up to Davenport to find large Lingcod. The captain also specializes in catching Salmon, Rockfish, Crab, Halibut, and other species. The techniques you can try out include deep and bottom sea fishing, trolling, and jigging. You can keep all of your catch if you want and you're free to bring kids on your trip. Salmon fishing will only take place on salmon specific trips.

Captain Justin will provide you with all the rods, reels, tackle, live bait, and lures. You only need to bring fishing licenses and the food and drinks of your choice.

Barbarossa Fishing is waiting for you in Santa Cruz to have a lovely day on the sea!

BARBAROSSA FISHING CHARTERS HOODIES ARE AVAILABLE
- Adult Unisex Sizes from S-XL
- $40 each
- Please ask the Captain before the trip to bring them the day of the trip

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Trip availability and prices

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Group Size
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Morning 3 hour trip
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Dec 31
Halibut
Lingcod
Rockfish
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Mid-day 3 hour trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Dec 31
Halibut
Lingcod
Rockfish
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Afternoon 3 hour trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
Halibut
Lingcod
Rockfish
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Halibut
Lingcod
Rockfish
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Salmon Fishing
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 11 - Aug 31
Salmon (Chinook)
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
57 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

96%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

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Tyler Mason
Tyler Mason
us
California, US
Member since 2025
5.0
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🎣 Unforgettable Fishing Trip with Barbarossa Fishing! 🐟
Full Day Trip on September 19, 20256 adults

We booked a trip with Barbarossa Fishing for my best friend's bachelor party, and it was hands down one of the best experiences we've ever had on the water! From the moment we stepped on the boat, Captain Tuk made us feel right at home. His energy, expertise, and sense of humor made the day not just fun but absolutely unforgettable. We were out on the water for 7 hours, and I kid you not, we were catching fish the ENTIRE time. It felt like every cast brought in a new thrill, and Captain Tuk knew exactly where to take us to keep the action going. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just out for a good time with the crew, this trip had it all. The boat was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, and the whole experience was smooth from start to finish. We couldn't have asked for a better way to celebrate, and we'll definitely be booking with Barbarossa Fishing again. Huge shoutout to Captain Tuk for making it a bachelor party we’ll be talking about for years. If you're thinking about a fishing trip don’t think twice. Call Barbarossa!

Reported catch:
Rockfish
Mike Speir
Mike Speir
us
Utah, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
good fishing for rock fish caught our limit,awsome for first 3 hrs. last 3 hours fishing for halibut very slow, no fish. Thats fishin.
Full Day Trip on July 19, 20264 adults

Got on fish immediatly. limited ot on rock all fourof us did. Best in the morning. Captian was great very helpful and fun to fishwith, geat guy! Halbut was slow unfortunatly. Over all good fishin.

Nam Nguyen
Nam Nguyen
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Justin
Mid-day 3 hour trip on July 4, 20266 adults

It was a very great trip with captain Justin. He was knowledgeable and took good care of our family who are mostly beginners! We caught fish and have a lovely time. Highly recommend!

Reported catch:
Rockfish
Kyle Newkirk
Kyle Newkirk
us
California, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
New
Great Fishing
Morning 3 hour trip on July 9, 20266 adults

Signed up for the 3 hour early morning trip. Immediately got into rockfish. Caught our limits within the three hours. Captain was super low key, friendly, and knowledgeable. Would go with him again.

Reported catch:
Rockfish
Tom Easley
Tom Easley
us
Columbus, OH, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great rockfish trip
Afternoon 3 hour trip on June 17, 20261 adult3 children

Took a 3 hour trip with my two boys (12 and 16) who had little experience. Captain quickly got us on fish and we caught steadily. Captain was patient and helped my boys get their bait out and bring them in.

Reported catch:
Rockfish

FAQs about Barbarossa Fishing

Barbarossa Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Afternoon 3 hour trip (3 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Mid-day 3 hour trip (3 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Morning 3 hour trip (3 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (7 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Salmon Fishing (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Barbarossa Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Flush toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Radar
Trips booked with Barbarossa Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (If available and necessary, we will catch our own live bait. There is no place to purchase live bait in the area.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Depending on catch of the day, tips appreciated)
Barbarossa Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Usually we stay within 5 miles of the harbor but sometimes venture up to 20 miles.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Flats fishing
Barbarossa Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Barbarossa Fishing include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Rockfish
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Your operator

Barbarossa Fishing
Barbarossa Fishing
Barbarossa Fishing

Santa Cruz, California, United States

ID & license verified
57 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2021

Captain Justin is waiting for you to take you on a memorable fishing trip in San Francisco or Santa Cruz. Join him and discover the beauties this area has to offer.

ID & license verified
57 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2021

Captain Justin is waiting for you to take you on a memorable fishing trip in San Francisco or Santa Cruz. Join him and discover the beauties this area has to offer.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Halibut
Halibut
Lingcod
Lingcod
Rockfish
Rockfish
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Albacore Tuna
Albacore Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Halibut
Halibut
Lingcod
Lingcod
Rockfish
Rockfish
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Pilothouse
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Usually we stay within 5 miles of the harbor but sometimes venture up to 20 miles.
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Flush toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live bait well
Outriggers
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
If available and necessary, we will catch our own live bait. There is no place to purchase live bait in the area.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Depending on catch of the day, tips appreciated

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Kids as young as 6 have caught fish with our assistance but you know your kids best and what they are capable of.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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