Western Pride – Off-season 

4.7/5 (11 reviews)
 400 Main Street, Newport Beach, CA 92661, United States

Western Pride – Off-season 

4.7/5 (11 reviews)
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400 Main Street
Newport Beach, CA, United States

Book Western Pride for your next trip and enjoy one of the top open-party sportfishing boats in Newport Beach! Captain Mike Harkins and his crew promise you a memorable time on California’s beautiful waters. This crew ranks high in the angling world thanks to the utmost dedication to its customers and all-inclusive service geared toward their needs. Capt. Mike and his team will do everything to make your stay on the water full of fun and excitement, so join them aboard and have a fishing trip of a lifetime!

Your adventure will take place on a 75’ Ditmar Donaldson offshore sport fishing boat. This big and powerful vessel can comfortably take as many as 70 guests, ensuring lots of fishing and relaxing space for everyone. The boat is powered by twin 400 HP John Deere engines and is equipped with GPS and radio electronics for quick and safe movement across the water. The boat also features a toilet, air-conditioning, as well as other amenities to make the trip even better.

Common catches in these local waters include Calico Bass, Rockfish, Halibut, Sheephead, Barracuda, California Yellowtail, and more, depending on the season. The techniques you can use to attract your prey include bottom fishing, big game fishing, trolling, spinning, and jigging on light and heavy tackle. You can keep the fish you catch, and the crew can even fillet your fish for a nominal cost.

The charter rate includes unlimited bait but the rest of the fishing equipment is up to you to bring. Western Pride offers rod rental for $22-$40 per person and tackle set-up for $15-$18 per person). The crew also offers Gunny sacks ($3 each), and a CA fishing license ($20.56). All this amounts to around $55 per person on top of the ticket rate.

Western Pride is eagerly waiting for you.

Hop aboard and have a wonderful time on the water!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7/5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.6/5
Experience
4.6/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (6)

Great trip
Beautiful Day-Great Fishing
Beautiful Day-Great Fishing
+3

Angler rating

8
3
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

60%

Appropriate for children

80%

Friendly captain

83%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

91%

Caught fish

82%

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews
Showing: 5 of 11 reviews
Louis Martinez
Louis Martinez
5.0
Verified
Great trip
Half Day Trip – Weekends on October 4, 20254 adults
Awesome trip.The crew was very helpful. We had a great time.
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Response from Captain
October 9, 2025
Hi Louis! Thanks for he great review. We loved having you on the vessel. We will see you on the water soon.
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Felix Alaniz
Felix Alaniz
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Sterling
Half Day Trip – Weekends on October 11, 20252 adults
best experience
Response from Captain
October 12, 2025
Hey Felix- we loved having you out with us. Thanks for tge awesome review. We hope to see you back out on the boat soon. Western Pride Crew
0
Turaj Smith
Turaj Smith
5.0
Verified
Beautiful Day-Great Fishing
Half Day Trip – Weekends - 12:30 PM on April 5, 20252 adults
Fun Day out with the crew! Deck Hands were helpful and patient with all of the fishermen! Everyone caught fish…weather was perfect. I also caught the Jackpot of the day🫡
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Review media 1
Reported catch:
Rockfish
0
Sean Bargay
Sean Bargay
5.0
Verified
Great time
1/2 Day Trip weekdays - 12:30 PM on January 6, 20253 adults
Had a great time fishing the crew helped us rig the pole up for different fish and i believe every one on the ship caught something we are already trying to go again it was a great time for sure
Reported catch:
Sculpin
Rockfish
Response from Captain
January 7, 2025
Hi Sean We are so glad you had a great time! See you back on the water soon. Best Western Pride Crew
1
Aaron Ortiz
Aaron Ortiz
5.0
Verified
May fishing trip
Half Day Trip – Weekends - 12:30 PM on May 3, 202523 adults
Reported catch:
Rockfish
1

Trip availability and prices

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1/2 Day Trip weekdays
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip
starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Apr 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
US $130
Shared tour: 2 people
1/2 Day Trip December 2023
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Dec 1 - Dec 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
US $130
Shared tour: 2 people
1/2 Day Trip weekdays - 12:30 PM
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip
starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Apr 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
US $130
Shared tour: 2 people
1/2 Day– Friday December 2023
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Dec 1 - Dec 31 (Fri)
US $150
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Weekends
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip
starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - May 14 (Sat, Sun)
US $170
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Weekends - 12:30 PM
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip
starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - May 14 (Sat, Sun)
US $170
Shared tour: 2 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7/5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.6/5
Experience
4.6/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (6)

Great trip
Beautiful Day-Great Fishing
Beautiful Day-Great Fishing
+3

Angler rating

8
3
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

60%

Appropriate for children

80%

Friendly captain

83%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

91%

Caught fish

82%

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews
Showing: 5 of 11 reviews
Louis Martinez
Louis Martinez
5.0
Verified
Great trip
Half Day Trip – Weekends on October 4, 20254 adults
Awesome trip.The crew was very helpful. We had a great time.
Review media 0
Response from Captain
October 9, 2025
Hi Louis! Thanks for he great review. We loved having you on the vessel. We will see you on the water soon.
0
Felix Alaniz
Felix Alaniz
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Sterling
Half Day Trip – Weekends on October 11, 20252 adults
best experience
Response from Captain
October 12, 2025
Hey Felix- we loved having you out with us. Thanks for tge awesome review. We hope to see you back out on the boat soon. Western Pride Crew
0
Turaj Smith
Turaj Smith
5.0
Verified
Beautiful Day-Great Fishing
Half Day Trip – Weekends - 12:30 PM on April 5, 20252 adults
Fun Day out with the crew! Deck Hands were helpful and patient with all of the fishermen! Everyone caught fish…weather was perfect. I also caught the Jackpot of the day🫡
Review media 0
Review media 1
Reported catch:
Rockfish
0
Sean Bargay
Sean Bargay
5.0
Verified
Great time
1/2 Day Trip weekdays - 12:30 PM on January 6, 20253 adults
Had a great time fishing the crew helped us rig the pole up for different fish and i believe every one on the ship caught something we are already trying to go again it was a great time for sure
Reported catch:
Sculpin
Rockfish
Response from Captain
January 7, 2025
Hi Sean We are so glad you had a great time! See you back on the water soon. Best Western Pride Crew
1
Aaron Ortiz
Aaron Ortiz
5.0
Verified
May fishing trip
Half Day Trip – Weekends - 12:30 PM on May 3, 202523 adults
Reported catch:
Rockfish
1

FAQs about Western Pride – Off-season

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
48 persons
Boat length
75 ft
Year built
1968
Boat manufacturer
Ditmar Donaldson
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
John Deere
Powered by
2 x 400HP
Max cruising speed
12 knots
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