Freshbait Sportfishing 

4.9
(43 reviews)
 Warner Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649, United States–

Freshbait Sportfishing 

Huntington Beach, CA, United States
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25 ft
4
4.9
(43 reviews)

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Come aboard Freshbait Sportfishing and have a fun trip fishing the waters of Southern California. Together with Captain Daron Muratyan, you’ll explore inshore and offshore waters, as we offer anything from local half day fishing, to full day offshore. Pick a day and trip that suits you, and get ready for an amazing experience!

You’ll start your trip aboard a spacious Boston Whaler, which has recently gone through a complete refit. With top of the line sonar and our Simard Blackbox sonar, our boat is equipped with some of the best fishfinding technology on the market.  Powered by Suzuki 300hp engine, and have an impressive range for those big offshore runs. We are also equipped with all the state of the art tackle, including shimano reels, phoenix and seeker rods, kite gear, trolling gear, etc.

All trips include everything needed such as ice, live bait, flying fish, tackle, rods & reels, beverages, and fish cleaning ( except bluefin, which we can arrange professional processing with a third party company. We do not have any fuel surcharges or additional fees, so pricing above is all inclusive. If you are looking for something different than what is offered above, please feel free to reach out to us and we'll be more than happy to make accommodations!

Freshbait Sportfishing is a licensed and insured charter operated by 100 Ton USCG Captains.
We carry all the required licensing, insurance, safety gear, and equipment to operate within the USCG parameters.

Come aboard Freshbait Sportfishing and have a fun trip fishing the waters of Southern California. Together with Captain Daron Muratyan, you’ll explore inshore and offshore waters, as we offer anything from local half day fishing, to full day offshore. Pick a day and trip that suits you, and get ready for an amazing experience!

You’ll start your trip aboard a spacious Boston Whaler, which has recently gone through a complete refit. With top of the line sonar and our Simard Blackbox sonar, our boat is equipped with some of the best fishfinding technology on the market.  Powered by Suzuki 300hp engine, and have an impressive range for those big offshore runs. We are also equipped with all the state of the art tackle, including shimano reels, phoenix and seeker rods, kite gear, trolling gear, etc.

All trips include everything needed such as ice, live bait, flying fish, tackle, rods & reels, beverages, and fish cleaning ( except bluefin, which we can arrange professional processing with a third party company. We do not have any fuel surcharges or additional fees, so pricing above is all inclusive. If you are looking for something different than what is offered above, please feel free to reach out to us and we'll be more than happy to make accommodations!

Freshbait Sportfishing is a licensed and insured charter operated by 100 Ton USCG Captains.
We carry all the required licensing, insurance, safety gear, and equipment to operate within the USCG parameters.

Daron Muratyan
Captain
Daron Muratyan
11 years of experience
responds within an hour

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Trip availability and prices

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Early AM Special - Local Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Snapper (Red)
Halibut
Lingcod
Flounder
+3
US $585
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Local Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 11:30 AM)
Yellowtail Amberjack
Halibut
Lingcod
Seabass (White)
+4
US $850
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Local
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 12:30 PM)
Halibut
Rockfish
Calico Bass
Sand Bass
US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Catalina Island Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 7:30 AM)
Yellowtail Amberjack
Swordfish
Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Skipjack)
+8
US $1,700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Offshore trip - Inner Banks
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Tuna (Yellowfin)
Halibut
Lingcod
+5
US $1,900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Offshore - Outter Banks
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Yellowtail Amberjack
Swordfish
Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Skipjack)
+8
US $2,100
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
43 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (37)

What anglers say

88%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

Reviews (43)

  • Milo Oostinga
    Milo Oostinga
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip!

    Catalina Island Trip - 7:30 AM on September 2, 2026 • 4 adults

    We had an absolutely amazing time on the fishing charter! The captain and mate were incredibly knowledgeable and super helpful throughout the entire trip, making sure we felt comfortable and confident on the water. They guided us to some fantastic fishing spots where we caught several impressive fish, and they shared plenty of tips and tricks to improve our technique. The boat was well-equipped and spotless, with everything we needed for a successful day of fishing. We also enjoyed the beautiful scenery and the relaxing atmosphere out on the open water. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience, and we can’t wait to book another trip with them!

  • Nils Burkland
    Nils Burkland
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Bucket List Item Checked. Best Day Ever!

    Full Day Offshore - Outter Banks on July 10, 2026 • 6 adults • 3 children

    I just have one of the best days of my life. Mother Nature is fickle, so we went with no unreasonable expectations, but I'll tell you what, if there are big ones out there, these guys will find them, and they will get you on them. We caught so much fish that we literally had to stop because we ran out of ice and room to put fish. If you want fish, big fish charter these guys. Thank you Daron and Parker for the best fishing I have ever done.

  • Quintin Sessions
    Quintin Sessions
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Big yellow fin best time ever!

    Catalina Island Trip on June 25, 2026 • 6 adults • 3 children

    The captain and boat are a one of a kind experience. I will be coming back and would recommend him to anyone,

  • Vincent Zhao
    Vincent Zhao
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Experience for Our First-Time Fishing Trip!

    Full Day Tuna Trip on July 5, 2025 • 6 adults

    It was an awesome fishing trip with Freshbait Charters and their crew! They’re super nice guys and definitely know all the good fishing spots. It was our first time out, and two of us got pretty seasick, but the crew still managed to help everyone reach their catch limit easily. The rest of us who weren’t seasick had an amazing time—the fishing process was simple, relaxing, and really fun. The crew took care of everything, like baiting our hooks and unhooking our catches. Absolutely loved this experience! Highly recommend these guys and can’t wait to go back out with them again soon!

  • Joe Blanco
    Joe Blanco
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    🎣 Epic Day on the Water with Freshbait Fishing Charters! 🎣

    Catalina Island Trip on August 3, 2025 • 6 adults

    We had an unforgettable experience with Freshbait Fishing Charters! Captains Marco and Dorian were absolutely our kind of people—laid-back, friendly, and clearly know their stuff. The vibe on the boat was on point from start to finish, and we caught an impressive amount of fish that kept the excitement going all day. If you’re looking for a charter with great energy, skilled captains, and a guaranteed good time, Freshbait is the way to go!

  • Chase Hill
    Chase Hill
    Member since 2024
    5.0

    Bluefin Tuna trip w/ Daron and Skylar

    Full Day Tuna Trip on August 10, 2024

    We went on a full day trip with Capt. Daron and his deckhand Skylar. It was absolutely the best trip with a fishing guide I’ve ever experienced!! Daron and Skylar were stand up guys. They were by far the friendliest and most personable crew I’ve ever had the pleasure of sharing a boat with. The opportunity to try out this fishery and observe the abundance of sea life alone was definitely worth the trip. We got to watch seals swim next to the boat, herds of 100’s if not 1000’s of dolphins traveling on the surface, whales coming in close to check out the boat, and literal miles of tuna. There was a point in the trip where Daron parked us in an area where there were tuna surface feeding as far as you could see in any direction. It was no accident either. Daron and Skylar work their hardest to put you where the tuna are. They are constantly moving, navigating all the grounds until they find tuna that are ready to play. They are bar none the hardest working guys I’ve ever seen on a boat. They were just as excited if not more excited than us to get hooked up and more excited to see a fish on the deck. I couldn’t recommend them enough. We will surely be going back to Southern CA and will most definitely be using Daron and Skylar again. If there was a 10 star option, I would’ve chosen that.

  • Robert Stephenson
    Robert Stephenson
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Full Day Bluefin Trip

    Full Day Offshore - Outter Banks on August 18, 2024 • 3 adults

    If you’re looking for a picture to put on your fridge this is the trip! Just know it’s a hike to get out there. Conditions were a little rougher than we were prepared for so a couple of us were a bit seasick most of the day but Capt. Daron and crew were awesome and still helped us make the most of the trip. Came back with a beautiful bluefin and they made it seamless for us to get the fish processed so we could take home the meat from the trip. FYI, it’s a LOT of meat. Excited to try some sushi with our catch!

  • Mike Forbis
    Mike Forbis
    us
    Idaho, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic time

    Catalina Island Trip on May 23, 2025 • 6 adults

    Daron and Marco were both fantastic, treated all 6 of us as if we were family. Made ever effort to locate fish and consistency ensured that each of us caught fish. I wouldn't hesitate to charter with them again in the future. I will recommend them to everyone I know.

  • Lisa Keefer
    Lisa Keefer
    us
    Nevada, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Super easy and fun

    4 Hour Local Trip on May 24, 2025 • 2 adults

    Captain Marco and Skylar were so awesome. Very friendly and great with the kids. They made everything so easy. Would definitely recommend this trip for all those newbie fishermen. Boat was great and in good condition. It was so comfortable for 6 people.

  • William Wall
    William Wall
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Nearshore Success

    Half Day Local on August 1, 2025 • 6 adults

    Got out late due to a long baseball tournament but the Captain accommodated and immediately put us on some fish. Caught about 20 fish of 6 different species. Great day, great boat and super friendly crew.

Rating

4.9
43 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (37)

What anglers say

88%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

All reviews (43)

Frequently mentioned
Showing 1 – 5 of 43 reviews
Milo Oostinga
Milo Oostinga
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Trip!
Catalina Island Trip - 7:30 AM on September 2, 2026 • 4 adults

We had an absolutely amazing time on the fishing charter! The captain and mate were incredibly knowledgeable and super helpful throughout the entire trip, making sure we felt comfortable and confident on the water. They guided us to some fantastic fishing spots where we caught several impressive fish, and they shared plenty of tips and tricks to improve our technique. The boat was well-equipped and spotless, with everything we needed for a successful day of fishing. We also enjoyed the beautiful scenery and the relaxing atmosphere out on the open water. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience, and we can’t wait to book another trip with them!

Daron Muratyan
Response from Captain

Thank you so much, Milo, for the amazing 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a great time out on the water with us. It was a pleasure having you aboard, and we’re glad you felt comfortable, learned a few new tricks, and got on some great fish! We truly appreciate your support and kind words. We can’t wait to have you back with us for another unforgettable day of fishing! — Captain Daron

Nils Burkland
Nils Burkland
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Bucket List Item Checked. Best Day Ever!
Full Day Offshore - Outter Banks on July 10, 2026 • 3 adults • 3 children

I just have one of the best days of my life. Mother Nature is fickle, so we went with no unreasonable expectations, but I'll tell you what, if there are big ones out there, these guys will find them, and they will get you on them. We caught so much fish that we literally had to stop because we ran out of ice and room to put fish. If you want fish, big fish charter these guys. Thank you Daron and Parker for the best fishing I have ever done.

Reported catch:
Bluefin Tuna
Daron Muratyan
Response from Captain

Thank you

Quintin Sessions
Quintin Sessions
us
Washington State, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Big yellow fin best time ever!
Catalina Island Trip on June 25, 2026 • 3 adults • 3 children

The captain and boat are a one of a kind experience. I will be coming back and would recommend him to anyone,

Reported catch:
Bonito
Bluefin Tuna
Daron Muratyan
Response from Captain

Thank you so much!

Francis Zhou
Francis Zhou
Repeat angler
us
California, US
Member since 2026
3 trips
The captain canceled
August 20, 2026

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

Vincent Zhao
Vincent Zhao
us
California, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Amazing Experience for Our First-Time Fishing Trip!
Full Day Tuna Trip on July 5, 2025 • 6 adults

It was an awesome fishing trip with Freshbait Charters and their crew! They’re super nice guys and definitely know all the good fishing spots. It was our first time out, and two of us got pretty seasick, but the crew still managed to help everyone reach their catch limit easily. The rest of us who weren’t seasick had an amazing time—the fishing process was simple, relaxing, and really fun. The crew took care of everything, like baiting our hooks and unhooking our catches. Absolutely loved this experience! Highly recommend these guys and can’t wait to go back out with them again soon!

FAQs about Freshbait Sportfishing

Freshbait Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $585 per group - Early AM Special - Local Trip (2 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 4 Hour Local Trip (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 4 Hour Local Trip - 11:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - Half Day Local (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - Half Day Local - 12:30 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - Catalina Island Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group - Catalina Island Trip - 7:30 AM (8 hours)
  • US $1,900 per group - Offshore trip - Inner Banks (10 hours)
  • US $2,100 per group - Full Day Offshore - Outter Banks (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Freshbait Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Simard
  • Fishfinder Simard
  • Bed 2 Person Bed İn Cabin.
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar Simard Radar
Trips booked with Freshbait Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (All bait is included )
  • Lures
  • Drinks (We have complimentary beverages on board including waters, hot coffee, and sodas)
  • First mate (Less then 3 guest a mate will be included.)
Freshbait Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Depending on what trip you select, we travel between 5 to 90 miles offshore)
  • Reef fishing
Freshbait Sportfishing 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 Freshbait Sportfishing include:
  • Bonito
  • Calico Bass
  • California Sheephead
  • Halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Rockfish
  • Seabass (White)
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Your captain

Daron Muratyan
Daron Muratyan
Huntington Beach, California, United States
46 Fishing Reports
43 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2021
I have been in the San Diego fishing scene since 2009. I grew up working deck on many sportfishing operations and began running private yachts in 2016. I'm a fully licensed captain and I can't wait to put you on fish.
Our Team
Daron M.
Daron M.
Captain
Daron Muratyan
Daron Muratyan
46
reports
43
reviews
2021
member since
~1h
response
I have been in the San Diego fishing scene since 2009. I grew up working deck on many sportfishing operations and began running private yachts in 2016. I'm a fully licensed captain and I can't wait to put you on fish.
The crew
Daron M.
Daron M.
Captain

The fish you can target

Bonito
Bonito
Calico Bass
Calico Bass
California Sheephead
California Sheephead
Halibut
Halibut
Lingcod
Lingcod
Rockfish
Rockfish
White Seabass
White Seabass
Swordfish
Swordfish
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowtail Amberjack
Yellowtail Amberjack
Bonito
Bonito
Calico Bass
Calico Bass
California Sheephead
California Sheephead
Halibut
Halibut
Lingcod
Lingcod

Real catches by this captain

  • Great Trip!
    Milo O.
    Milo O.
  • Big yellow fin best time ever!
    Quintin S.
    Quintin S.
  • Full day tuna trip
    Ryan A.
    Ryan A.
  • Nearshore Success
    William W.
    William W.
  • Great day on the water
    Ryan H.
    Ryan H.
  • Couldn’t ask for a better experience with our grandsons 😎
    John M.
    John M.
  • Great Half Day
    Mike S.
    Mike S.
  • Amazing Experience for Our First-Time Fishing Trip!
    Vincent Z.
    Vincent Z.
  • Fishing Trip
    Uuno L.
    Uuno L.
  • Super easy and fun
    Lisa K.
    Lisa K.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
1986
Restored in
2026
Boat manufacturer
Boston Whaler
Boat type
Cuddy cabin
Engine model
Suzuki Outboards
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Simard
Fishfinder
Simard
Bed
2 Person Bed İn Cabin.
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
Simard Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
All bait is included
Lures
Drinks
We have complimentary beverages on board including waters, hot coffee, and sodas
First mate
Less then 3 guest a mate will be included.

How cancellations work

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
We are kid friendly and welcome all ages on board
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

What’s biting in Huntington Beach right now

Calico BassCalico Bass
California SheepheadCalifornia Sheephead
HalibutHalibut
LingcodLingcod
RockfishRockfish
Seabass (White)Seabass (White)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
Yellowtail AmberjackYellowtail Amberjack

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