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.
Rating summary
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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
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May 24, 2025
Kids Bass Fishing Introduction
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....
Sep 28, 2025
Kids Bass Fishing Introduction
Captain John was great! Really nice, patient and welcoming. He always had a pole ready and had guidance to offer. He created a great environment for my son and I to spend time while in the outdoors doing something we don’t normally do.
Captain John was great! Really nice, patient and welcoming. He always had a pole ready and had guidance to offer. He created...
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Sep 20, 2025
Special 5 hour trip for Reuben Castillo
This was a great experience! I learned so much and caught a ton a fish! The best part was it was all topwater. I’ve been guide fishing on the delta before, but I’m planning on booking again with Captain Madden soon!
This was a great experience! I learned so much and caught a ton a fish! The best part was it was all topwater. I’ve been guide...
Apr 17, 2025
Kids Bass Fishing Introduction
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...
Aug 7, 2025
6 Hour Trip – Tide Switch
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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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%
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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
Kids Bass Fishing Introduction on September 28, 2025
Captain John was great! Really nice, patient and welcoming. He always had a pole ready and had guidance to offer. He created a great environment for my son and I to spend time while in the outdoors doing something we don’t normally do.
Captain John was great! Really nice, patient and welcoming. He always had a pole ready and had guidance to offer. He created a great environment for my son and I to spend time while in the outdoors doing something we don’t normally do.
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Special 5 hour trip for Reuben Castillo on September 20, 2025
This was a great experience! I learned so much and caught a ton a fish! The best part was it was all topwater. I’ve been guide fishing on the delta before, but I’m planning on booking again with Captain Madden soon!
This was a great experience! I learned so much and caught a ton a fish! The best part was it was all topwater. I’ve been guide fishing on the delta before, but I’m planning on booking again with Captain Madden soon!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
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
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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