If you’re ready to try fishing in San Diego, look no further than Blackjack Sport Fishing. With Captain Steve Massey at the helm, you’ll have a knowledgeable guide with over 30 years of experience fishing local waters.
The inshore waters are known for Yellowtail, Halibut, Barracuda, Bonita, and Rockfish, and offshore seasonal Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Yellowtail, and Striped Marlin. You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. We have from ultra-light rods to heavy-duty high-end tackle.
Trips with Blackjack Sport Fishing are kid-friendly, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there’s one on board. Also, remember to bring snacks – luckily, Capt. Steve will have some on board!
Your trip begins aboard a Luhrs 31’ Offshore Express Sportfisher with space for 4 passengers. It comes with 2 big bait tanks and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There’s a nice toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, along with lures. Live bait and dead bait are included.
There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work. You might need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.
You can’t go wrong when you bring sunglasses and sunblock (non-spray). There will be bottled water and light snacks on board, and you may bring your own drinks and food. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid glass bottles.
Now, come aboard with Blackjack Sport Fishing and get hooked!
Rating summary
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
80%
Caught fish
100%
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3/4 Day Trip – Islands on August 7, 2024
Captain Steve and D are friendly, patient and very knowledgeable of the local fishing conditions. We could not have asked for a better crew and boat. We would absolutely go out with them again.
Captain Steve and D are friendly, patient and very knowledgeable of the local fishing conditions. We could not have asked for a better crew and boat. We would absolutely go out with them again.
San Diego, CA
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3/4 Day Trip – Islands on August 27, 2023
Couldn’t be more happy with Blackjack Sportfishing. Captain Steve and Darian were outstanding in every aspect of the fishing experience. We made it to our zone early and with ease, and from there the rest was history. WE HIT OUT LIMITS OF YELLOWFIN AND DORADO IN TWO HOURS!!! Captain Steve and Darian had great equipment ready to use and they even baited the empty rods while we were getting our biters to the boat so we could keep fishing immediately after getting our fish on the boat. Great gaffing jobs and constant communication led to zero lost fish other than the big ones that got away and took our hooks with them. Upon return, they both filleted and bagged our fish extremely well and it made our lives a whole lot easier. Can’t explain how sick of a day we had on Blackjack. 10/10 the best way to fish, we will be booking again and more often!!
Couldn’t be more happy with Blackjack Sportfishing. Captain Steve and Darian were outstanding in every aspect of the fishing experience. We made it to our zone early and with ease, and from there the rest was history. WE HIT OUT LIMITS OF YELLOWFIN AND DORADO IN TWO HOURS!!! Captain Steve and Darian had great equipment ready to use and they even baited the empty rods while we were getting our biters to the boat so we could keep fishing immediately after getting our fish on the boat. Great gaffing...
Wildomar, CA
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Half Day Trip (PM) on August 30, 2023
Did an afternoon trip with captain Steve and his deck hand/First Mate (apologize for not remembering your name), this was my sons first ocean trip and it was amazing…..he is hooked and ready to go again. The weather was good but the wind was blowing and sea’s were up but the Captain was able to still put us on good fishing. His first Mate had everything ready and set up so when we hit the fishing spots all we had to do was drop lines. Assume job and will be booking with Blackjack Sport Fishing again. Thanks again Blackjack Sport Fishing!
Did an afternoon trip with captain Steve and his deck hand/First Mate (apologize for not remembering your name), this was my sons first ocean trip and it was amazing…..he is hooked and ready to go again. The weather was good but the wind was blowing and sea’s were up but the Captain was able to still put us on good fishing. His first Mate had everything ready and set up so when we hit the fishing spots all we had to do was drop lines. Assume job and will be booking with Blackjack Sport Fishing...
Derby, NY
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3/4 Day Trip – Islands on September 4, 2023
Capt Steve and Josh will get you on fish. Both men are very personable and professional. Steve works with other boats who he shares, and they share the current day hotspots. The Blackjack is a solid fishing machine. Do not hesitate to book your next trip with Capt Steve and Josh on the Black Jack..
Capt Steve and Josh will get you on fish. Both men are very personable and professional. Steve works with other boats who he shares, and they share the current day hotspots. The Blackjack is a solid fishing machine. Do not hesitate to book your next trip with Capt Steve and Josh on the Black Jack..
Trip was supposed to happen on July 29, 2024
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