Strategic Fishing
Strategic Fishing
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Los Angeles has a fish with your name on it, so let Strategic Fishing help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Steve knows them forwards and back.
Top targets include Calico Bass, Sand Bass, Scorpionfish, Halibut, California Sheephead, Pacific Barracuda, Bonito, Ray, Crab, and more with any luck. During the trip you might be fly lining bait, casting lures, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Capt. Steve is happy to have kids aboard, so get 'em offline and onto the water! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!
You'll be casting lines from a 20' Angler 204FX Center console that holds up to 3 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. Steve has rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait may be included, depending on your trip type.
Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. 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.
It's never a bad idea to bring bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses.
Strategic Fishing will make it easy for you to go fishing in Los Angeles. So, how about booking that trip?
Los Angeles has a fish with your name on it, so let Strategic Fishing help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Steve knows them forwards and back.
Top targets include Calico Bass, Sand Bass, Scorpionfish, Halibut, California Sheephead, Pacific Barracuda, Bonito, Ray, Crab, and more with any luck. During the trip you might be fly lining bait, casting lures, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Capt. Steve is happy to have kids aboard, so get 'em offline and onto the water! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!
You'll be casting lines from a 20' Angler 204FX Center console that holds up to 3 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. Steve has rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait may be included, depending on your trip type.
Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. 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.
It's never a bad idea to bring bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses.
Strategic Fishing will make it easy for you to go fishing in Los Angeles. So, how about booking that trip?
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Customer reviews
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Anglers' gallery (14)
Reviews (9)
Dusty RiosRepeat angler•
Arizona, US•Member since 20262 trips5.0VerifiedNewSteve had us on the fish all day!
Inshore Morning Trip - 4 Hour on August 29, 2026 • 2 adultsWe had an absolutely amazing time. My son said it was his favorite day fishing ever. After quickly catching our limit of rock fish, Steve took us to catch calico bass and sand bass. In between he spotted a baby humpback jumping out of the water and we went to watch that for a while. Overall we brought home over 20 fish to eat. It was a solid day fishing. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone. He was by far the best captain we have had thus far.
Gabriel Santilli•Kansas, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedCaptain Steve is awesome!
Inshore Morning Trip - 4 Hour on October 5, 2025 • 2 adultsMy dad and I booked a morning trip and Steve knew all the good spots, even though the bass werent biting we caught plenty of rock fish and a few other kinds. It was a wonderful time and would highly reccomend booking with him.
Kristine Kho•Indiana, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedAwesome time with Steve!
Inshore Late Morning Trip - 2 Hour on June 7, 2025 • 2 adultsWe had a great time fishing with Steve! I get motion sickness easily so we fished in the harbor and was catching fish left and right. Steve was super nice and informative with everything. Would be great to book again sometime!
John Q.•California, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedTop Notch Captain
Inshore Morning Trip - 4 Hour on August 23, 2025 • 2 adultsWe had an excellent half day onshore trip with Steven. He worked hard to put us on calicos and sand bass, kid friendly and knowledgeable of the local waters. Highly recommended trip, John
Nikki Ghisel•New York, USMember since 20245.0VerifiedSteve!!!
Inshore Morning Trip - 2 Hour on August 24, 2024 • 2 adultsSteve is FANTASTIC!! Knowledgeable, patient and overall awesome!
Jeff Hart•California, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedPerfect for kids first time
Inshore Morning Trip - 4 Hour on August 22, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 childPretty much my kids first time fishing. He was bugging me to take him for a long time. Totally worth it. We got lots of fish and Steve was really good with him. He kept him safe, but also taught him what to do and how to catch the fish. I would recommend anyone with families. Perfect father son fishing trip.
Dan BartonRepeat angler•Indiana, US•Member since 20242 trips5.0Verifiedgreat captain!
Inshore Morning Trip - 4 Hour on June 13, 2026 • 2 adultsWe have been fishing all around the world and this trip was one of our favorite. It is great for a short trip to catch multiple species. I highly recommend fishing with Steve. 10/10
Christina OropezaMember since 20255.0Great fishing!
Inshore Morning Trip - 2 Hour on April 19, 2025Great fishing experience! We will definitely be booking another trip!
Dathan Panas•Utah, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedFishing with Steve
Inshore Morning Trip - 4 Hour on July 26, 2025 • 2 adults
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All reviews (9)
We had an absolutely amazing time. My son said it was his favorite day fishing ever. After quickly catching our limit of rock fish, Steve took us to catch calico bass and sand bass. In between he spotted a baby humpback jumping out of the water and we went to watch that for a while. Overall we brought home over 20 fish to eat. It was a solid day fishing. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone. He was by far the best captain we have had thus far.
thank you for the kind words! it was my pleasure!
Pretty much my kids first time fishing. He was bugging me to take him for a long time. Totally worth it. We got lots of fish and Steve was really good with him. He kept him safe, but also taught him what to do and how to catch the fish. I would recommend anyone with families. Perfect father son fishing trip.
Thanks for the review Jeff! Glad you and Maverick had a good time!
We have been fishing all around the world and this trip was one of our favorite. It is great for a short trip to catch multiple species. I highly recommend fishing with Steve. 10/10
Thanks for the review Dan. I’m glad you and Arianna had a good time. You guys made it look easy! Good luck on your next fishing adventure!
My dad and I booked a morning trip and Steve knew all the good spots, even though the bass werent biting we caught plenty of rock fish and a few other kinds. It was a wonderful time and would highly reccomend booking with him.
We had a great time fishing with Steve! I get motion sickness easily so we fished in the harbor and was catching fish left and right. Steve was super nice and informative with everything. Would be great to book again sometime!
FAQs about Strategic Fishing
- US $400 per group - Inshore Late Morning Trip - 2 Hour (2 hours)
- US $400 per group - Inshore Morning Trip - 2 Hour (2 hours)
- US $600 per group - Inshore Morning Trip - 4 Hour (4 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Live Bait and/or Fresh Bait may be available)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (All fish cleaning services are included with your trip. Just make sure to bring a cooler.)
- Drinks (Waters)
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (We can travel up to 20 miles for our inshore trips.)
- Reef fishing (Local reefs)
- Wreck fishing (Local wrecks)
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Drift fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Barracuda (Pacific)
- Bonito
- Calico Bass
- California Sheephead
- Crab
- Halibut (California)
- Ray
- Sand Bass
- Scorpionfish
Your captain
Los Angeles, California, United States
Capt. Steve is a SoCal native with a lifetime of fishing experience both inshore and offshore. Growing up in Los Angeles has given Steve the opportunity to fish for everything from Calico Bass in the Harbor to Tuna on the banks. The passion and love he has for fishing is evident from the moment you step on board. When he is not guiding clients, he is either fishing with family and friends, or talking fishing as a marketing manager for one of the largest tackle manufacturers in Southern California! Steve prides himself on his customer service and looks forward to the opportunity of showing you just that!
Steve O.
Captain
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How cancellations work
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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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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:
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