Tidal Bass – CA Delta
The excitement of catching a largemouth bass on the California Delta is a unique blend of factors, creating an experience that anglers deeply cherish and Tidal Bass will help you understand the fishery. Here's a breakdown of what contributes to the thrill of fishing with Tidal Bass:
The California Delta is a vast and complex network of waterways. This labyrinth of sloughs, channels, and islands provides diverse habitats, making it a prime location for Largemouth Bass. This complex environment makes each catch feel like a reward for navigating a challenging space.
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The tidal influence adds another layer of complexity, with water levels and currents constantly changing. This means anglers must adapt their strategies, making each successful catch a testament to their skill and adaptability.
The abundant vegetation, like hydrilla and tules, creates ideal cover for Bass, leading to explosive strikes and intense fights.
The Delta is known for producing large Bass, with the potential for catching "lunker" fish. The possibility of hooking into a trophy-sized Bass adds an element of anticipation and excitement to every cast. These fish are often strong and aggressive, providing a thrilling fight that tests the angler's skills and equipment
Don't delay… book a trip with Tidal Bass. Captain J.D. is an accomplished tournament angler and as a retired Fire Chief he enjoys every minute passing on his knowledge of the complexities of the Delta. His son currently competes in the Bassmaster, MLF, ACA and BAM Super 60 events traveling across the country.
You can feel confident in booking a trip with Tidal Bass that you will have an amazing experience chasing around big Largemouth Bass on a world class fishery. You will be treated to fishing from a Phoenix 921 ProXP and will be using the best high-end rods and reels.
Make sure to purchase a California fishing license prior to your trip! Look forward to seeing you soon.
Customer reviews
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
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Caught fish
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May 24, 2025
Kids Bass Fishing Introduction
Excellent Delta Experience
We had a 10/10 morning fishing with Captain John. He is an excellent fisherman and will meet you/your group at your level of fishing. I was out with my two boys (7 and 9) and everyone caught largemouth. John is incredibly kind and patient with the kids and kept them entertained. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the Delta bass habitat and patterns. This sums it up… end of the morning as we were walking up to boat launch to the truck, one of my sons says to me “Captain John is really kind”, and the other responds “Yes, when can we come back?”
We had a 10/10 morning fishing with Captain John. He is an excellent fisherman and will meet you/your group at your level of fishing....
Apr 17, 2025
Kids Bass Fishing Introduction
Had a blast today
Captain John was very helpful and knowledgeable about how to find and catch delta bass. He took us to multiple spots and we caught fish in each spot. My son had caught 3 bass in the first 10 minutes of fishing. Would love to go again and definitely recommend whether you have kids or just want to learn how the tides effect fishing in this area.
Captain John was very helpful and knowledgeable about how to find and catch delta bass. He took us to multiple spots and we caught...
Captain replied
Sep 28, 2024
8 Hour Trip
Amazing day on the delta with Captain Madden
John was extremely knowledgeable about the area and had us on the fish all day! We had some pretty big tide swings and he pivoted quickly putting us right into good spots he had pre-fished prior to our trip. He was also extremely patient with some less experienced 'anglers' on our trip getting them set up and untangled quickly more than a few times. He always ran the boat in a safe and calm manner. Definitely recommend booking with him and we'll be back.
John was extremely knowledgeable about the area and had us on the fish all day! We had some pretty big tide swings and he pivoted...
Captain replied
Aug 7, 2025
6 Hour Trip – Tide Switch
Tidal Delta Fishing
John knows the Delta, explored many different areas, unfavorable tide make fishing tough, but that is just a circumstance of nature.
John knows the Delta, explored many different areas, unfavorable tide make fishing tough, but that is just a circumstance of nature.
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (3)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Excellent Delta Experience
Kids Bass Fishing Introduction on May 24, 2025
We had a 10/10 morning fishing with Captain John. He is an excellent fisherman and will meet you/your group at your level of fishing. I was out with my two boys (7 and 9) and everyone caught largemouth. John is incredibly kind and patient with the kids and kept them entertained. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the Delta bass habitat and patterns. This sums it up… end of the morning as we were walking up to boat launch to the truck, one of my sons says to me “Captain John is really kind”, and the other responds “Yes, when can we come back?”
We had a 10/10 morning fishing with Captain John. He is an excellent fisherman and will meet you/your group at your level of fishing. I was out with my two boys (7 and 9) and everyone caught largemouth. John is incredibly kind and patient with the kids and kept them entertained. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the Delta bass habitat and patterns. This sums it up… end of the morning as we were walking up to boat launch to the truck, one of my sons says to me “Captain John is really kind”,...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Had a blast today
Kids Bass Fishing Introduction on April 17, 2025
Captain John was very helpful and knowledgeable about how to find and catch delta bass. He took us to multiple spots and we caught fish in each spot. My son had caught 3 bass in the first 10 minutes of fishing. Would love to go again and definitely recommend whether you have kids or just want to learn how the tides effect fishing in this area.
Captain John was very helpful and knowledgeable about how to find and catch delta bass. He took us to multiple spots and we caught fish in each spot. My son had caught 3 bass in the first 10 minutes of fishing. Would love to go again and definitely recommend whether you have kids or just want to learn how the tides effect fishing in this area.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Amazing day on the delta with Captain Madden
8 Hour Trip on September 28, 2024
John was extremely knowledgeable about the area and had us on the fish all day! We had some pretty big tide swings and he pivoted quickly putting us right into good spots he had pre-fished prior to our trip. He was also extremely patient with some less experienced 'anglers' on our trip getting them set up and untangled quickly more than a few times. He always ran the boat in a safe and calm manner. Definitely recommend booking with him and we'll be back.
John was extremely knowledgeable about the area and had us on the fish all day! We had some pretty big tide swings and he pivoted quickly putting us right into good spots he had pre-fished prior to our trip. He was also extremely patient with some less experienced 'anglers' on our trip getting them set up and untangled quickly more than a few times. He always ran the boat in a safe and calm manner. Definitely recommend booking with him and we'll be back.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Tidal Delta Fishing
6 Hour Trip – Tide Switch on August 7, 2025
John knows the Delta, explored many different areas, unfavorable tide make fishing tough, but that is just a circumstance of nature.
John knows the Delta, explored many different areas, unfavorable tide make fishing tough, but that is just a circumstance of nature.
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