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New Captain Pete 

4.8
(14 reviews)
 Johnson Pier 1, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019, United States–
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New Captain Pete 

Half Moon Bay, CA, United States
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53 ft
16
4.8
(14 reviews)
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If you're ready to go fishing inear San Francisco Bay Area, look no further than New Captain Pete!

Top targets include Rockfish, Crab, Chinook Salmon, Halibut, Striped Bass, Lingcod, and more if you come at the right time of year. During the trip, you might be light tackle fishing and trolling or maybe something specialized in this area.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. It's recommended to bring snacks, drinks, sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Your vessel for the day is a 50' Offshore sport fishing with room for 30 passengers. There are 2 restrooms on board for your convenience. Rods and reels are not supplied for you, so ask the captain about bringing your own or renting some for an extra cost. Be sure to ask about bait and lures as well.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. It's customary to tip the Mate ~20% to show your appreciation. You'll need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

Now, time to hit the water with New Captain Pete Sportfishing!

If you're ready to go fishing inear San Francisco Bay Area, look no further than New Captain Pete!

Top targets include Rockfish, Crab, Chinook Salmon, Halibut, Striped Bass, Lingcod, and more if you come at the right time of year. During the trip, you might be light tackle fishing and trolling or maybe something specialized in this area.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. It's recommended to bring snacks, drinks, sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Your vessel for the day is a 50' Offshore sport fishing with room for 30 passengers. There are 2 restrooms on board for your convenience. Rods and reels are not supplied for you, so ask the captain about bringing your own or renting some for an extra cost. Be sure to ask about bait and lures as well.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. It's customary to tip the Mate ~20% to show your appreciation. You'll need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

Now, time to hit the water with New Captain Pete Sportfishing!

New Captain Pete Sportfishing
Charter Operator
New Captain Pete Sportfishing
18 years of experience
What this charter offers
You keep catch
Toilet
Child friendly
Ice box
Rods, reels & tackle
What this charter offers
You keep catch
Toilet
Child friendly
Ice box
Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Dungeness Crab only
Non-refundable
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Dec 1 - Feb 1
Crab
US $340
Shared tour: 2 people
Full day
Non-refundable
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 16 - Oct 31
Lingcod
Rockfish
US $400
Shared tour: 2 people
Salmon
Non-refundable
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Salmon
US $590
Entire boat: 2 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
14 reviews
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (19)

Reviews (14)

  • Kelly Hudson
    Kelly Hudson
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    New Captain Pete

    Full day on August 23, 2025 • 2 adults

    We had a great time. Everyone on the boat caught their max of rockfish. Melinda and Meghan were absolutely great!

  • Eduardo Alvarez
    Eduardo Alvarez
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Full day trip with mr captain Pete

    Full day on June 10, 2023 • 2 adults

    Had a great time during the trip. Everyone on the boat was friend, supportive and helpful. I really enjoy my first time fishing with Captain Pete and his Crew. Thanks

  • Brian An
    Brian An
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    A great fishing day, made possible by the great crew members.

    Full day on April 26, 2023 • 1 adult

    Thanks guys. I had the most fun fishing day ever. Great work guys. I definitely be back with these guys.

  • Jose Cuevas
    Jose Cuevas
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Great crabbing

    Dungeness Crab only on November 21, 2023 • 1 adult

    Skipper and crew were great!

  • David Noel
    David Noel
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    June fishing trip

    Full day on June 7, 2023 • 1 adult

    Great day on the water!

  • Mavis Lin
    Mavis Lin
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2023
    3.0
    Verified

    Bad Cabin Hygiene, Low Yield, Captain Got No Story

    Full day on April 22, 2023 • 1 adult

    Performance beneath market average. Captain Mike likes the hook himself.

  • John Murphy
    John Murphy
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Full Day Halibut and Stripers.

    Full day on May 31, 2023 • 1 adult

    The experience was tremendous. The Captain and his crew went above and beyond and gave me an unforgettable day. They made this New Yorker feel at home in San Francisco. Thanks guys!

  • Christopher Lopuck
    Christopher Lopuck
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Michael

    Full day on July 8, 2023 • 2 adults

    Loved captain Mike and the crew, caught a massive 11 lb halibut !!

  • Kieth Dockins
    Kieth Dockins
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    May fishing trip

    Full day on May 20, 2023 • 2 adults
  • Xuesong Li
    Xuesong Li
    cn
    Beijing, China
    Member since 2023
    4.7
    Verified

    Fishing with Michael

    Full day on April 23, 2023 • 5 adults

FAQs about New Captain Pete

New Captain Pete offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $170 per person - Dungeness Crab only (8 hours)
  • US $200 per person - Full day (8 hours)
  • US $295 per person - Salmon (8 hours)
When you book a trip with New Captain Pete, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet We have two full sized private bathrooms for your comfort.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen Microwave and sink area.
  • Ice box Bait freezer.
  • Radar
Trips booked with New Captain Pete include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • First mate (A first mate is always available and works very hard to make sure your trip is as successful as possible. It is customary to tip them like a waiter ~20% tip off your total bill. )
New Captain Pete offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (During offshore trips, we may travel up to 2 hrs one way, but usually stay near coastal. It is all dependent on the current fishing regulations, weather, and action. )
New Captain Pete offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with New Captain Pete include:
  • Crab
  • Salmon

Your operator

New Captain Pete Sportfishing
New Captain Pete Sportfishing
Half Moon Bay, California, United States
1 Fishing Report
14 Customer reviews
Typical response within 12 hours
Member since April 2023
Come aboard the New Captain Pete! Join the experienced captain and crew, and go fishing for world-class Salmon and Dungeness Crab in the waters of San Francisco Bay.
New Captain Pete Sportfishing
New Captain Pete Sportfishing
1
reports
14
reviews
2023
member since
~12h
response
Come aboard the New Captain Pete! Join the experienced captain and crew, and go fishing for world-class Salmon and Dungeness Crab in the waters of San Francisco Bay.

The fish you can target

Crab
Crab
Salmon
Salmon
Crab
Crab
Salmon
Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • A collection of freshly caught fish stored in a net, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Black Rockfish
    Kelly H.
    Kelly H.
    We had a great time. Everyone on the boat caught their max of rockfish. Melinda and Meghan were absolutely great!
  • A crab trap being pulled up from the water, showcasing a catch of crabs during a fishing trip.
    Jose C.
    Jose C.
    Skipper and crew were great!
  • Two adult anglers fishing from a small boat in a coastal bay, with one angler holding a deeply bent rod during an active fight.
    Had a great time during the trip. Everyone on the boat was friend, supportive and helpful. I really enjoy my first time fishing with Captain Pete and his Crew. Thanks
  • Angler proudly holds a large halibut aboard a fishing boat, with a second crew member or passenger visible in the background on the water.
    Fish 1
    California Halibut
    David N.
    David N.
    Great day on the water!
  • The 'New Captain Pete' fishing charter boat docked at the marina, showcasing its exterior and the surrounding harbor environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    California Halibut
    Thanks guys. I had the most fun fishing day ever. Great work guys. I definitely be back with these guys.
  • Two anglers celebrating their successful catch of multiple flounder on a fishing charter, showcasing a bountiful haul on the deck of the boat.
    Fish 1
    Halibut
    We had a great day for our 11 anglers, coming in with 29 halibut up to 13lbs, and 4 striped bass up to 5lbs.
  • Group of anglers cleaning a freshly caught fish on a boat fillet table, with processing tools and waterfront surroundings visible.
    Fish 1
    California Halibut
    Mavis L.
    Mavis L.
    Performance beneath market average. Captain Mike likes the hook himself.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
16 persons
Boat length
53 ft
Year built
1978
Boat manufacturer
Hoquiam
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
John Deere
Powered by
2 x 375HP
Max cruising speed
18 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
We have two full sized private bathrooms for your comfort.
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Kitchen
Microwave and sink area.
Ice box
Bait freezer.
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
First mate
A first mate is always available and works very hard to make sure your trip is as successful as possible. It is customary to tip them like a waiter ~20% tip off your total bill.

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Start them young! We welcome the next generation of fishermen aboard. We are a family friendly charter.
You keep catch

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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