Central Coast Fishing Charters, FV GHOSTRIDER
Central Coast Fishing Charters, FV GHOSTRIDER
Central Coast Fishing Charters is not your standard fishing charter – to us, fishing is a passion, not a business. Join OUP-V certified captains John Montgomery and Rich Pusateri. We operate out of Morro Bay, California, and have over a half-century of collective fishing experience. Join us and we'll share our knowledge to catch some of the most sought-after fish in the Pacific Ocean.
You’ll be fishing aboard the F/V Ghostwriter, a 25’ 2017 Defiance Admiral pilothouse fully equipped with everything you need for the best private fishing experience on the central coast of California. The boat’s powered by a Yamaha engine and uses up-to-date and full-featured technology needed for efficient navigation. The boat’s equipped with downriggers, a wireless trolling motor, and a bait tank.
You’ll depart from the Landing in Morro Bay and target everything from Rockfish, Lingcod, and California Halibut to King Salmon, White Seabass, and Bluefin Tuna. Our methods include kite fishing, trolling, bottom fishing, jigging, and even spearfishing if groups provide their own gear. You decide whether you’ll keep your catch and kids over 12 are welcome to join.
Our crew will supply the best gear on the market for your trip: Accurate reels, Phenix rods (the only tackle we do not supply is for Rockfish trips), and, when available, live bait. Your trip will also include free fish cleaning and bagging. Bring your snacks, drinks, and valid California fishing licenses.
Central Coast Fishing Charters hopes to see you on the water soon!
Central Coast Fishing Charters is not your standard fishing charter – to us, fishing is a passion, not a business. Join OUP-V certified captains John Montgomery and Rich Pusateri. We operate out of Morro Bay, California, and have over a half-century of collective fishing experience. Join us and we'll share our knowledge to catch some of the most sought-after fish in the Pacific Ocean.
You’ll be fishing aboard the F/V Ghostwriter, a 25’ 2017 Defiance Admiral pilothouse fully equipped with everything you need for the best private fishing experience on the central coast of California. The boat’s powered by a Yamaha engine and uses up-to-date and full-featured technology needed for efficient navigation. The boat’s equipped with downriggers, a wireless trolling motor, and a bait tank.
You’ll depart from the Landing in Morro Bay and target everything from Rockfish, Lingcod, and California Halibut to King Salmon, White Seabass, and Bluefin Tuna. Our methods include kite fishing, trolling, bottom fishing, jigging, and even spearfishing if groups provide their own gear. You decide whether you’ll keep your catch and kids over 12 are welcome to join.
Our crew will supply the best gear on the market for your trip: Accurate reels, Phenix rods (the only tackle we do not supply is for Rockfish trips), and, when available, live bait. Your trip will also include free fish cleaning and bagging. Bring your snacks, drinks, and valid California fishing licenses.
Central Coast Fishing Charters hopes to see you on the water soon!
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Bruce Bradley4.7VerifiedRockfishing with John Montegomery
Full Day Trip – Rockfish on May 31, 2023 • 3 adultsThis was a great trip. It almost didn't go because of the weather forecast, but Captain John was up for trying and the way it turned out we got a couple of hours in deep water before we had to go shallow. Nevertheless, John kept us on fish most of the trip. He was very accommodating and understanding as we had my grandson along who was on his first ocean boat and fishing trip. He encouraged Jaiden to try new experiences (holding fish) without any pressure or stigma. We landed 11 species of rockfish and learned a lot about the local methods, history and biology. Had the wind not come up I'm sure we would have limited in the first couple of hours. Highly recommend Central Coast Fishing Charters.
Gary Allen5.0VerifiedNewOctober Morro Bay
Full Day Trip – Halibut on October 2, 2026 • 3 adultsCaptain John was great! His extensive knowledge of the local waters and his fish finding intuition paid off consistently throughout the day. We had an awesome experience! I would highly recommend him.
David Walsh5.0Verifiedbest time ever!!
Full day rockfish/halibut combo on September 5, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenif you are looking for a great time with good people go with john
Len Jarrott5.0VerifiedWe got enough fish to have many wonderful fish dinners for months.
Full day rockfish/halibut combo on August 5, 2026 • 4 adults
Charles Watt5.0VerifiedGreat Captain to fish with.
Full Day Trip – Halibut on March 2, 2026 • 3 adultsGreat Captain, nice boat, very comfortable. Beautiful scenery and a wonderful time.
Jeff Danelz5.0VerifiedFishing with John
Half day 5 hour – King Salmon on April 27, 2026 • 4 adults
Sarah GarnerRepeat angler5.0VerifiedAwesome
12 Hour Trip – Big Sur Trophy on October 18, 2022 • 2 adultsWe got to catch a blue fin tuna which was amazing. Great conversation, great experience.
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Captain John was great! His extensive knowledge of the local waters and his fish finding intuition paid off consistently throughout the day. We had an awesome experience! I would highly recommend him.
if you are looking for a great time with good people go with john
Great Captain, nice boat, very comfortable. Beautiful scenery and a wonderful time.
FAQs about Central Coast Fishing Charters, FV GHOSTRIDER
- US $800 per group - Half day 5 hour – King Salmon (5 hours)
- US $1,000 per group - Full Day Trip – Rockfish (8 hours)
- US $1,200 per group - Full day rockfish/halibut combo (8 hours)
- US $1,200 per group - Full Day Trip – Halibut (8 hours)
- US $2,000 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Big Sur Trophy (12 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle (*we do not provide rockfish tackle)
- Live bait (When available)
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First mate
- Offshore fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Kite fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Halibut (California)
- Lingcod
- Rockfish
- Seabass (White)
- Tuna (Bluefin)
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