David Rooney 

4.9/5 (76 reviews)
 Marina Way South, Richmond, CA 94804, United States

David Rooney 

4.9/5 (76 reviews)
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Marina Way South
Richmond, CA, United States

David Rooney is one of the most professional and knowledgeable captains in Richmond, California. With over two decades of experience in sport fishing and commercial crabbing in the San Francisco and San Pablo Bays, David has mastered the local waters and understands the true rewards of patience.

If fishing in San Francisco Bay appeals to you, you would absolutely love it aboard a 27' Aluminum fishing boat. It is a clean, seaworthy fishing machine that is well-prepared for the current bite. It comes powered by a single 175 HP Evinrude and performs great in the local waters. Perfect for accommodating up to six anglers, the boat is equipped with Lawrence navigational electronics and other professional features.

David Rooney begins his season in January when the weather can be a bit cold but Sturgeon fishing is hot. Come spring, and it's time to head to the reefs and offshore for some Salmon trolling action. Or cruise to the deeper waters with a heavier tackle for Rockfish. If you are looking for chasing Halibut, Captain David can show you the most productive spots. If you don't want to expand the list of potential catches, you can go for Striped Bass, Halibut, and Lingcod.

Whether it's a private charter for you and your fishing buddies or a shared trip with anglers all around the country, each trip with Captain David is fun and action-packed. You will be provided with rods, reels, and tackle, as well as bait. When you return to the shore, your catch can be cleaned and filleted at an additional fee and ready to jump straight into the frying pan. You will need to purchase a license prior to the trip, grab something to eat and drink, and join the adventure.

Now, simply take a look at the packages offered below, book one that best fits your needs, and start counting down the days until your next adventure!

The lead balls used for Salmon fishing are charged 10$ per weight.

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Rating

4.9
76 reviews
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4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (80)

A variety of freshly caught fish, including striped bass and flounder, neatly arranged on a table at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
Four anglers proudly displaying their catch of halibut and striped bass at a dockside location, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A variety of fish including striped bass and flounder neatly arranged on a cleaning table at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of striped bass on a table after a successful fishing trip.
Freshly filleted fish portions stored in ziplock bags, ready for preservation after a successful fishing trip.
+74

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
90%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (76)

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Nate Wolverton
Nate Wolverton
5.0
Verified
Experience of a lifetime
Half Day - Shared Trip on June 22, 20242 adults
We were told it was a slow day for what we caught, but for two guys who have never fished the Bay or much salt water at all it was incredible. David was extremely helpful getting us going and in the water. Our half-day trip managed to extend well beyond the five hours in an effort to get our daily limit, which shows the level of effort David was willing to put in. I would highly recommend David's charter primarily because of the small group he brings out. It's a smaller boat and I believe maxes out at six people, which is far more comfortable than what some of those larger boats look like. His knowledge and experience is extremely invaluable as well.
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Lane Kollen
Lane Kollen
5.0
Verified
Halibut and Striper Fishing on June 19th
8 Hour Trip – Halibut/Striped Bass on June 19, 20244 adults
I recently had the pleasure of going out on a halibut and striper fishing trip with Captain Dave in San Francisco on June 19th with my Father and two good Friends, and I can't recommend the experience enough! Captain Dave's expertise and dedication to ensuring a great fishing trip were evident from the moment we set off. Captain Dave is incredibly knowledgeable about the best fishing spots and techniques. His extensive experience in the area meant that we were always in the right place at the right time, maximizing our chances of catching fish. It was clear that he knows how to catch fish and is passionate about sharing that knowledge with others. What truly stood out was Captain Dave's patience and professionalism. Whether you are a seasoned angler or a complete novice, Captain Dave made everyone feel comfortable and confident. He took the time to explain everything in detail, ensuring that we all had a great time and learned a lot in the process. Throughout the trip, Captain Dave and his First mate Aaron were friendly, approachable, and always willing to lend a hand. His boat was well-maintained and equipped with everything we needed for a successful fishing adventure. The overall experience was not only productive in terms of the catch but also incredibly enjoyable. If you're looking for a fantastic fishing experience in San Francisco, look no further than Captain Dave. His combination of knowledge, patience, and professionalism makes him the perfect guide for an unforgettable fishing trip. I can't wait to go out on the water with him again!
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Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Halibut
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Pruth Shankarappa
Pruth Shankarappa
El Macero, CA
5.0
Verified
Great experience catching halibut!
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 18, 20233 adults
Captain David is an amazing human being! He was so accommodating with me and my two teenage boys. He has great knowledge on fishing and knows the right spots and the timing and the technique. He is patient. We caught a number of halibut as he predicted. But he didn’t oversell anything and ask for any tips (compared to a horrible experience I had in Hawaii with different charter where they kept demanding tips even when we caught nothing!). David filleted the fish we caught without wasting any meat. Overall 5 star experience. Can’t wait to go on a fishing trip with David again!
Reported catch:
Halibut
1
Alice Shikina
Alice Shikina
5.0
Verified
EPIC TRIP!
Half Day - Shared Trip on June 18, 20244 adults
Captain David and his sidekick Aaron were simply THE BEST. We had a wonderful outing with them. They were soooo helpful in teaching us how to fish properly. They were patient, kind and super supportive. They took us all over the bay to ensure that we caught as many fish as we could. Then, they filleted the fish for us at the end. Cannot recommend them highly enough! THANK YOU! We had such a special day today.
Two young anglers proudly displaying their catch of striped bass and halibut in front of the 'King Eider' boat after a successful fishing trip.
An angler proudly displaying a large Halibut and Striped Bass after a successful fishing trip, with a silver boat named 'King Eider' in the background.
A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of striped bass and halibut at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Halibut
Striped Bass
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Mitchell Lee
Mitchell Lee
5.0
Verified
Great fishing, even greater Captain.
Full Day - Shared Trip on August 14, 20243 adults
We had a blast on Captain Rooney's Charter despite our slow start to catching fish. Captain Rooney was very knowledgeable about the various strategies used to catch halibut and in the end, it paid off. We caught more than enough halibut to feed 6+ people! His kindness and enthusiasm for fishing made the time in between hooking a fish fly by. Would book again!
Freshly filleted fish portions stored in ziplock bags, ready for preservation after a successful fishing trip.
Two flatfish stored on ice in a cooler, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Flounder while on a fishing trip.
Response from Captain
August 15, 2024
Thank u so much Mitchell take care good luck in ur studies have a safe trip back to the east coast I hope u get the chance to catch a big striped bass one day ! I’m sure ur mom n Dad r very proud of u u r a well behaved young man with a bright future ahead of u take time to listen up work hard it will pay off in the end !! Captain Dave
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day - Shared Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
US $450
Shared tour: 2 people
Full Day - Shared Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
US $550
Shared tour: 2 people
Outside Ocean Full-day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Sep 30
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US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
Outside Ocean Half-day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 5:30 AM
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Jul 1 - Sep 30
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US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Halibut/Striped Bass
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8 Hour Trip
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US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip
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US $1,350
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.9
76 reviews
5
71
4
3
3
1
2
0
1
0
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (80)

A variety of freshly caught fish, including striped bass and flounder, neatly arranged on a table at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
Four anglers proudly displaying their catch of halibut and striped bass at a dockside location, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
A variety of fish including striped bass and flounder neatly arranged on a cleaning table at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of striped bass on a table after a successful fishing trip.
Freshly filleted fish portions stored in ziplock bags, ready for preservation after a successful fishing trip.
+74

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
90%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (76)

Filter
Showing 15 of 76 reviews
Nate Wolverton
Nate Wolverton
5.0
Verified
Experience of a lifetime
Half Day - Shared Trip on June 22, 20242 adults
We were told it was a slow day for what we caught, but for two guys who have never fished the Bay or much salt water at all it was incredible. David was extremely helpful getting us going and in the water. Our half-day trip managed to extend well beyond the five hours in an effort to get our daily limit, which shows the level of effort David was willing to put in. I would highly recommend David's charter primarily because of the small group he brings out. It's a smaller boat and I believe maxes out at six people, which is far more comfortable than what some of those larger boats look like. His knowledge and experience is extremely invaluable as well.
2
Lane Kollen
Lane Kollen
5.0
Verified
Halibut and Striper Fishing on June 19th
8 Hour Trip – Halibut/Striped Bass on June 19, 20244 adults
I recently had the pleasure of going out on a halibut and striper fishing trip with Captain Dave in San Francisco on June 19th with my Father and two good Friends, and I can't recommend the experience enough! Captain Dave's expertise and dedication to ensuring a great fishing trip were evident from the moment we set off. Captain Dave is incredibly knowledgeable about the best fishing spots and techniques. His extensive experience in the area meant that we were always in the right place at the right time, maximizing our chances of catching fish. It was clear that he knows how to catch fish and is passionate about sharing that knowledge with others. What truly stood out was Captain Dave's patience and professionalism. Whether you are a seasoned angler or a complete novice, Captain Dave made everyone feel comfortable and confident. He took the time to explain everything in detail, ensuring that we all had a great time and learned a lot in the process. Throughout the trip, Captain Dave and his First mate Aaron were friendly, approachable, and always willing to lend a hand. His boat was well-maintained and equipped with everything we needed for a successful fishing adventure. The overall experience was not only productive in terms of the catch but also incredibly enjoyable. If you're looking for a fantastic fishing experience in San Francisco, look no further than Captain Dave. His combination of knowledge, patience, and professionalism makes him the perfect guide for an unforgettable fishing trip. I can't wait to go out on the water with him again!
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Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Halibut
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Pruth Shankarappa
Pruth Shankarappa
El Macero, CA
5.0
Verified
Great experience catching halibut!
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 18, 20233 adults
Captain David is an amazing human being! He was so accommodating with me and my two teenage boys. He has great knowledge on fishing and knows the right spots and the timing and the technique. He is patient. We caught a number of halibut as he predicted. But he didn’t oversell anything and ask for any tips (compared to a horrible experience I had in Hawaii with different charter where they kept demanding tips even when we caught nothing!). David filleted the fish we caught without wasting any meat. Overall 5 star experience. Can’t wait to go on a fishing trip with David again!
Reported catch:
Halibut
1
Alice Shikina
Alice Shikina
5.0
Verified
EPIC TRIP!
Half Day - Shared Trip on June 18, 20244 adults
Captain David and his sidekick Aaron were simply THE BEST. We had a wonderful outing with them. They were soooo helpful in teaching us how to fish properly. They were patient, kind and super supportive. They took us all over the bay to ensure that we caught as many fish as we could. Then, they filleted the fish for us at the end. Cannot recommend them highly enough! THANK YOU! We had such a special day today.
Two young anglers proudly displaying their catch of striped bass and halibut in front of the 'King Eider' boat after a successful fishing trip.
An angler proudly displaying a large Halibut and Striped Bass after a successful fishing trip, with a silver boat named 'King Eider' in the background.
A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of striped bass and halibut at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Halibut
Striped Bass
0
Mitchell Lee
Mitchell Lee
5.0
Verified
Great fishing, even greater Captain.
Full Day - Shared Trip on August 14, 20243 adults
We had a blast on Captain Rooney's Charter despite our slow start to catching fish. Captain Rooney was very knowledgeable about the various strategies used to catch halibut and in the end, it paid off. We caught more than enough halibut to feed 6+ people! His kindness and enthusiasm for fishing made the time in between hooking a fish fly by. Would book again!
Freshly filleted fish portions stored in ziplock bags, ready for preservation after a successful fishing trip.
Two flatfish stored on ice in a cooler, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Flounder while on a fishing trip.
Response from Captain
August 15, 2024
Thank u so much Mitchell take care good luck in ur studies have a safe trip back to the east coast I hope u get the chance to catch a big striped bass one day ! I’m sure ur mom n Dad r very proud of u u r a well behaved young man with a bright future ahead of u take time to listen up work hard it will pay off in the end !! Captain Dave
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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Tuff
Boat type
Aluminum fishing

Engine model
2021 Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots
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