Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current 

4.9/5 (31 reviews)
 Street of the Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629, United States

The stated goal of Dana Wharf Sportfishing is to provide a unique experience to locals and visitors alike while showing all the wonders of the Orange County coastline. The crew is made up of local professionals that will make sure the trip is tailored to your particular needs and wants.

You’ll be fishing on the Current, a 53’ Hatteras that’s powered by a pair of 1400 HP Detroit engines. The boat boasts a spacious and comfortable interior, to ensure you have a fun and relaxing trip. It contains a full array of safety gear and navigation electronics so you can just lay back and enjoy the fishing.

Dana Point is one of the nicest areas to be fishing in when it comes to this part of California. Species like Mahi Mahi, Barracuda, Calico Bass, Halibut, and Rockfish are all waiting for you to come along. The waters are also home to a variety of wildlife for you to see - whales, dolphins, harbor seals, and California sea lions.

Rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price of a trip, along with complimentary snacks and drinks. The crew will clean and fillet the catch for your convenience once the trip is over. Bring a pair of polarized sunglasses, and get ready for the fishing trip of a lifetime!

Dana Wharf Sportfishing

Charter Operator

Dana Wharf Sportfishing

54 years of experience

Highlights

 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Air Conditioning
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Food (Snacks)

Plan your trip

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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5-Hour Trip AM
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,650 
5-Hour Trip PM
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,650 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 31 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

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December fishing trip
Great Day!
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

87%

Caught fish

91%

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Fred A.
Fred A.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Day!

VERIFIED

5-Hour Trip PM on July 25, 2024

Catching fish is always a challenge, we didn't have much luck, caught two, but the captain/crew worked REALLY hard to try to make it a good experience for my grandsons. We moved often to find best spots, equipment was excellent, fishing finding equipment was top notch. They were VERY helpful with the 10 & 14 yr old. Although we didn't have a lot of luck, I will book them again next year, Beautiful boat!

Catching fish is always a challenge, we didn't have much luck, caught two, but the captain/crew worked REALLY hard to try to make it a good experience for my grandsons. We moved often to find best spots, equipment was excellent, fishing finding equipment was top notch. They were VERY helpful with the 10 & 14 yr old. Although we didn't have a lot of luck, I will book them again next year, Beautiful boat!  

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 Fred A. recommends Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current

RYAN W.
RYAN W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

December fishing trip

VERIFIED

5-Hour Trip AM on December 7, 2024

Captain Brandon and Korbin were great, we had a fun day and they were very helpful to put us right on the fish. Memorable day on the water celebrating my brothers birthday, we’ll be back! Thank you!

Captain Brandon and Korbin were great, we had a fun day and they were very helpful to put us right on the fish. Memorable day on the water celebrating my brothers birthday, we’ll be back! Thank you!  

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 RYAN W. recommends Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current

Edgat P.
Edgat P.

United States

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half day

VERIFIED

5-Hour Trip PM on July 2, 2021

The half day trip was a blast, this is the first time for my siblings, nephews, and myself to do this. We did a half day to try it out and it was a fun experience for all of us and had a great time. For our next trip we will be doing a full day. This was to get our feet wet and see how it turned out. Overall experience was excellent, doing the private charter is honestly the way to go. No crowded boats just your party of six the captain and his first mate. Something private and not basket weaving the whole time. At the end of the day it's worth it and honestly, I would recommend it every time.

The half day trip was a blast, this is the first time for my siblings, nephews, and myself to do this. We did a half day to try it out and it was a fun experience for all of us and had a great time. For our next trip we will be doing a full day. This was to get our feet wet and see how it turned out. Overall experience was excellent, doing the private charter is honestly the way to go. No crowded boats just your party of six the captain and his first mate. Something private and not basket weaving...  

 Edgat P. recommends Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current
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Dana Wharf Sportfishing
Dana Wharf Sportfishing (The Charter Operator)
Replied on July 3, 2021
Thank you so much. We enjoyed having you guys aboard

Carolyn N.
Carolyn N.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great people

VERIFIED

5-Hour Trip AM on September 29, 2023

Great time with family and kids caught some bass. Captain Brandon and first mate Corbin are great.

Great time with family and kids caught some bass. Captain Brandon and first mate Corbin are great.  

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 Carolyn N. recommends Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current

Scott P.
Scott P.

Fresno, CA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half day

VERIFIED

5-Hour Trip PM on September 4, 2021

Even though other boats were coming in due to the wind our Captain Brandon pushed on and it ended up being great, put us on some fish and it was a great day. Going out on the full day next

Even though other boats were coming in due to the wind our Captain Brandon pushed on and it ended up being great, put us on some fish and it was a great day. Going out on the full day next  

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 Scott P. recommends Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current
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FAQs about Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current

What are the trip rates for Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current?

Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $1,650 per group - 5-Hour Trip AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,650 per group - 5-Hour Trip PM (5 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current?

When you book a trip with Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current?

Trips booked with Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
What types of fishing does Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current offer?

Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current offer?

Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current?

Top targeted fish species with Dana Wharf Sportfishing – Current include:

  • Barracuda (Pacific)
  • Calico Bass
  • California Sheephead
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Halibut
  • Rockfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Meet your operator

Dana Wharf Sportfishing

Dana Point, California, United States

73 Customer reviews
Response time 9 hours
Member since January 2018

Dana Wharf Sportfishing has been operating on the coast of California for the past three decades. They've learned, through hard work, where the best spots are and what tricks the local fish fall for. They're keen to share that with their customers – while providing professional and courteous service. Dana Wharf Sportfishing aims to be the primary destination of any angler visiting this part of California.

Fish you can target

Pacific Barracuda
Pacific Barracuda
Calico Bass
Calico Bass
California Sheephead
California Sheephead
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Halibut
Halibut
Rockfish
Rockfish
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna

Your boat

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
53 ft
Year built
1978
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 1400HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

Where you can fish

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

How you can fish

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Drift Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

What's on board

Toilet

Air Conditioning

GPS

Fishfinder

Bed

Flybridge

Live Bait Well

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Multimedia System

Outriggers

Ice Box

Radar

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Snacks

Drinks

First Mate

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How to pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

What’s biting in Dana Point right now

Barracuda (Pacific)Barracuda (Pacific)
Calico BassCalico Bass
California SheepheadCalifornia Sheephead
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
HalibutHalibut
RockfishRockfish
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
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