Bowline Sportfishing 

5.0/5 (23 reviews)
 Aquarium Way 200, Long Beach, CA 90802, United States

Bowline Sportfishing 

Long Beach, CA, United States
45 ft
6
5.0/5 (23 reviews)

Bowline Sportfishing is located in San Pedro CA and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Come out and enjoy a wonderful day of fishing in Southern California with Capt. Justin Bottrell. He offers multiple different types of fishing trips to best suit your needs.

Capt. Justin will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 6 to 12-hour trips, mainly fishing for Yellowtail Amberjack, Tuna, Seabass, Calico Bass, Halibut, and Rockfish, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing, jigging, kite fishing, popping, and spinning.

Your fishing adventure starts on a beautiful 45' Sportfisher boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. The vessel has a full bathroom, updated electronics, fishing rod holders, a large bait tank, and much more.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip. Included in your trip are water and snacks. You are more than welcome to bring your own food and drinks and alcohol if you'd like.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Bowline Sportfishing.

Bowline Sportfishing is located in San Pedro CA and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Come out and enjoy a wonderful day of fishing in Southern California with Capt. Justin Bottrell. He offers multiple different types of fishing trips to best suit your needs.

Capt. Justin will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 6 to 12-hour trips, mainly fishing for Yellowtail Amberjack, Tuna, Seabass, Calico Bass, Halibut, and Rockfish, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing, jigging, kite fishing, popping, and spinning.

Your fishing adventure starts on a beautiful 45' Sportfisher boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. The vessel has a full bathroom, updated electronics, fishing rod holders, a large bait tank, and much more.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip. Included in your trip are water and snacks. You are more than welcome to bring your own food and drinks and alcohol if you'd like.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Bowline Sportfishing.

Justin Bottrell
Captain
Justin Bottrell
31 years of experience
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Thresher Shark fishing
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Shark (Thresher)
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Local Fishing
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Wed)
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Lobster local
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Oct 8 - Mar 22
Lobster
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Shark
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 1
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Lobster Catalina
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Oct 8 - Mar 15
Lobster
US $1,900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Catalina Island
In high demand Last booked: 19 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip – Island Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
12 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
US $3,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Tuna Offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
12 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $3,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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5.0
23 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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FishingBooker Member
FishingBooker Member
us
California, US
Member since 2024
5.0
BOWLINE SPORTFISHING CATCHES FISH!!!
10 Hour Trip – Catalina Island on March 5, 2025

Justin is an incredible Captain and will put you on the fish!!! Justin and his crew are friendly and helpful! it doesn't matter if you are an experienced angler, or just a beginner! They will take care of you!!! All ages are welcome and accommodated! Justin actively seeks fish! He will not waste your time and hard earned money and just take you on a boat ride... He knows his local waters and conditions to put you in the best zone possible to CATCH FISH!! THANK YOU BOWLINE SPORTFISHING!!! -FishinMatt Ryan

Reported catch:
Calico Bass
Great Barracuda
Skipjack
Halibut
Harold Buniger
Harold Buniger
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fish on!!!
10 Hour Trip – Catalina Island on June 2, 20255 adults1 child

If you want to catch fish Justin is the captain you want he is not just trying to take you on a boat ride . He is the captain that will find them and get them in the boat!!! We have been on 5 other fishing excursions hands down by far this one was the best.

Reported catch:
Calico Bass
Great Barracuda
FishingBooker Member
FishingBooker Member
Member since 2025
5.0
Captain Justin on the Bowline- The King of the Harbor
6 Hour Trip – Lobster local on September 28, 2024

From fun times to finding the perfect spots, this boat and Captain do not disappoint! The boat is beautiful and comfortable. The deckhand's are always on their A game! The trips just keep getting better and better! It's the perfectly priced package for an all encompassing and amazing fishing experience! It doesn't get better than this!

Reported catch:
Thresher Shark
FishingBooker Member
FishingBooker Member
Member since 2025
5.0
Trip to Catalina Island what a great adventure great captain and crew
6 Hour Trip – Lobster local on February 14, 2025

Justin has been putting us on the fish the lobster for a few years now, well worth the money great experience knowledgeable captain and crew

Reported catch:
Calico Bass
Skipjack
Bluefin Tuna
Halibut
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Kara Hibler
Kara Hibler
us
Grand Rapids, MI, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great customer service!
6 Hour Trip – Local Fishing on June 12, 20254 adults2 children

Caught TONS of Fish ! Justin and his crew Aim to please!!!!

FAQs about Bowline Sportfishing

Bowline Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,100 per group - Thresher Shark fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Lobster local (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Local Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Shark (8 hours)
  • US $1,900 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Lobster Catalina (8 hours)
  • US $2,200 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Catalina Island (10 hours)
  • US $3,200 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Island Trip (12 hours)
  • US $3,200 per group - Tuna Offshore (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Bowline Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Bowline Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (We use all okuma rods and reels)
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Tuna species not included)
  • Snacks
  • Drinks (Water included)
  • First mate
Bowline Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Bowline Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Bowline Sportfishing include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonito
  • Calico Bass
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Halibut
  • Rockfish
  • Seabass (White)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Shark (Thresher)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Your captain

Justin Bottrell
Justin Bottrell
Justin Bottrell

Long Beach, California, United States

8 Fishing Reports
24 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2022

Captain Justin has been fishing the waters in Southern California for over 2 decades. Join him aboard and have a memorable experience fishing this beautiful area!

8 Fishing Reports
24 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2022

Captain Justin has been fishing the waters in Southern California for over 2 decades. Join him aboard and have a memorable experience fishing this beautiful area!

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack
Calico Bass
Calico Bass
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Halibut
Halibut
Rockfish
Rockfish
White Seabass
White Seabass
Mako Shark
Mako Shark
Thresher Shark
Thresher Shark
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowtail Amberjack
Yellowtail Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack
Calico Bass
Calico Bass
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Halibut
Halibut

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
45 ft
Year built
1977
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Sportfisher
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
We use all okuma rods and reels
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Tuna species not included
Snacks
Drinks
Water included
First mate

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

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

What’s biting in Long Beach right now

Calico BassCalico Bass
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
HalibutHalibut
RockfishRockfish
Seabass (White)Seabass (White)
Shark (Mako)Shark (Mako)
Shark (Thresher)Shark (Thresher)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
Yellowtail AmberjackYellowtail Amberjack

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