California Delta Fishing Charters

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Top Fishing Charters in California Delta

California Delta: 43 fishing charters available

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30 ft

Up to 9 people

Nautilus Excursions

5.0/5 (222 reviews)
San Francisco
If you are looking for a fantastic family fun-filled adventure, then you need to book with Nautilus Excursions today.

"Captain Ron and Hunter know fish. They also know how to run a boat." —⁠ Gasper,
Trips from
US $1,125
Trips from
US $1,125

Angler's choice

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21 ft

Up to 3 people

Delta BASSN’ Guide Service

5.0/5 (68 reviews)
Bethel Island
Delta BASSN’ Guide Service invites you to try your hand at Bass fishing on the productive waters of the California Delta. Learn the finer aspects of angling, pick up tips to improve, and learn how to approach these amazing fishing grounds.

"Capt Frank took my son and I out on our first ever fishing trip." —⁠ Scott,
Trips from
US $450
Trips from
US $450
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23 ft

Up to 4 people

Topline Sport Fishing – Rio Vista

5.0/5 (23 reviews)
Isleton
Looking to explore the abundance of Sacramento River away from the crowds? The experienced and friendly crew of Topline Sport Fishing will know exactly where to take you.

"We highly recommend Captain Nelson. He and Nate Matt gave us a superb trip." —⁠ Dean,
Trips from
US $550
Trips from
US $550

Angler's choice

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30 ft

Up to 6 people

Addictive Sport Fishing

5.0/5 (53 reviews)
Richmond
Based out of Richmond, Addictive Sport Fishing is your ticket to a memorable time on the water. Capt.

"This was my second trip with Captain John and it was again a great trip." —⁠ Damien,
Trips from
US $600
Trips from
US $600
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21 ft

Up to 2 people

Tidal Bass – CA Delta

5.0/5 (4 reviews)
Bethel Island
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.

"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." —⁠ Adam,
Trips from
US $350
Trips from
US $350
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39 ft

Up to 6 people

Josie Mac Sportfishing

5.0/5 (4 reviews)
Berkeley
Josie Mac is equipped with SeaKeeper a Gyro stabilizing system for those that are not familiar with Seakeeper, it will take out 95% of the roll out of the boat, it is extremely comfortable to fish on and it does wonders on motion sickness Make the most of

"I have been on over 40 charters and I booked the Josie Mac for the first time for 2 days." —⁠ Darin,
Trips from
US $400
Trips from
US $400

Angler's choice

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28 ft

Up to 4 people

Miss Molly with Captain Molly

5.0/5 (33 reviews)
San Francisco
Hello, Welcome to Mollys Boats. I’m a San Francisco native and one of the few female USCG liscensed Captains on the Bay! My wonderful vessel, the ‘Miss Molly’ is a Shamrock Mackinaw 270 with an inboard Yanmar 315 motor.

"We went shark fishing with Captain Molly the past weekend. I lost count how many sharks we caught - they were popping left and right, kept my 5 year old busy and engaged the whole time (we caught a sting ray too!" —⁠ Xin,
Trips from
US $600
Trips from
US $600
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17 ft

Up to 3 people

Home Waters Guide Service

4.7/5 (21 reviews)
Stockton
Come and learn all about the Wild Trout, Largemouth Bass, and Stripers that call North California’s rich waterways home. Explore the rivers and creeks, along with the expansive delta with Home Waters Guide Service.

"Capt. Mark and I had an awesome time exploring one of his favorite trout streams." —⁠ Eric,
Trips from
US $400
Trips from
US $400

Angler's choice

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29 ft

Up to 6 people

fishSFbay

4.9/5 (162 reviews)
Berkeley
fishSFbay welcomes you aboard! Join us for a memorable day on the water and have fun fishing the productive grounds around Berkeley, California.

"Took my 13 year old son and three of his buddies out fishing with this charter." —⁠ Jan,
Trips from
US $400
Trips from
US $400

Angler's choice

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34 ft

Up to 6 people

Warrior Poet Sportfishing

4.9/5 (589 reviews)
San Francisco
Warrior Poet Sportfishing invites you to experience first-class fishing in San Francisco, California.

"My kids and I had such a fun afternoon with Capt Neil.  Got to explore multiple parts of the bay, catch a giant ray, multiple sharks, and small halibut." —⁠ Molly,
Trips from
US $390
Trips from
US $390

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Top-rated family fishing trips in California Delta

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in California Delta

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Fishing in California Delta

The California Delta, spanning over 1,100 miles of waterways and 200 islands, is the West Coast's largest estuary where the Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers converge. This diverse ecosystem offers world-class fishing year-round, with Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass, and Chinook Salmon as the premier targets. Striped Bass dominate the waters—particularly from March to June and August to December—with fish regularly reaching 10-15 pounds and occasional 50-pound trophies. Spring brings explosive Largemouth Bass action around shoreline weeds and docks, while late summer and fall see King Salmon migrating upstream through the Sacramento River.

Anglers also pursue Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Steelhead, and Catfish across the Delta's labyrinth of channels, with Bluegill, Crappie, and Crawdads providing exceptional light-tackle and family fishing. Charter services equip you with specialized gear and local expertise, whether trolling for Salmon, drifting live bait for Stripers, or fly fishing for American Shad. The Delta's unique mix of freshwater and tidal influences creates unmatched opportunities—from sheltered backwaters to open river systems—making it California's ultimate multispecies fishery.

California Delta

4.9/5
Based on 29,293 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

California Delta Fishing Seasons

January
At the beginning of the year, Sturgeon reign supreme in the Delta, and there are a couple of local Sturgeon tournaments you can participate in. Stripers are a bit lazy because of the lower water temperatures.
February
White Sturgeon remain the most popular catch in February, and Striped Bass still don’t feel like working too hard for their food. With spring just around the corner, that’s about to change!
March
As the water is becoming clearer, Stripers are starting to bite, and Sturgeon fishing is still in full swing. In the San Joaquin River, Smallmouth Bass fishing is very good.
April
Come April, you can expect fishing action on the Delta that will be well worth your while. Both Sturgeon and Striped Bass are biting left and right, especially if the water is clear and there are no storms.
May
To have a better chance of landing your next trophy Striped Bass, hit the San Joaquin River. Sacramento River is the place to be for Sturgeon fishing, though Stripers and Halibut are taking the spotlight.
June
It’s getting hotter – both the weather and the bite. Whether it’s trolling for Striped Bass, chasing Sturgeon, or waiting for Largemouth Bass in the south part of the Delta, fun is guaranteed!

 

July
It’s the peak of summer, which means top-notch Bass and Sturgeon fishing all around. Salmon are slowly entering the scene, and there’s a Crawdad Festival in Isleton during Father's Day weekend.
August
You can find both Striped and Largemouth Bass in the Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers, and Salmon fishing is picking up as the waters are getting colder.
September
It’s Salmon time! In September, fishing conditions are usually perfect to go after this delicious sport fish – who knows, maybe you’ll end up with a 30-pounder on your hands. Bass fishing is as productive as ever.
October
With October comes the fall Striped Bass run, unforgettable Salmon action, and the Best Bass Tournament. The Sturgeon bite is also getting better, though it’s yet to shine in the winter months.
November
As Salmon leave local waters, Sturgeon are making a comeback in style. Striped Bass are hungry as ever, and you can find big ones (30+ pounds), if you know where to look.
December
Both the quantity and quality of Striped Bass is noteworthy in December, and if you’re on the lookout for your next Sturgeon record, now is the time to hit the Delta waters.

California Delta Fishing Calendar

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What anglers said about fishing in California Delta

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