San Pablo Bay Fishing Charters

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Top Fishing Charters in San Pablo Bay

San Pablo Bay: 31 fishing charters available

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30 ft

Up to 9 people

Nautilus Excursions

5.0/5 (225 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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30 ft

Up to 6 people

Addictive Sport Fishing

5.0/5 (54 reviews)
Richmond
Based out of Richmond, Addictive Sport Fishing is your ticket to a memorable time on the water. Capt.

" Great fishing day! Capt’n John went the extra mile and took us out of the bay to catch Halibut & Stripped Bass!" —⁠ Carlos,
Trips from
US $600
Trips from
US $600

Angler's choice

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28 ft

Up to 4 people

Miss Molly with Captain Molly

5.0/5 (43 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.

"When I chose Miss Molly, she wasn’t least expensive nor most expensive, but 28 yrs in this business and larger boat than most." —⁠ Fox,
Trips from
US $600
Trips from
US $600

Angler's choice

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29 ft

Up to 6 people

fishSFbay

4.9/5 (167 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
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39 ft

Up to 6 people

Josie Mac Sportfishing

4.5/5 (5 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 $525
Trips from
US $525

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34 ft

Up to 6 people

Warrior Poet Sportfishing

4.9/5 (595 reviews)
San Francisco
Warrior Poet Sportfishing invites you to experience first-class fishing in San Francisco, California.

"Our trip with Warrior Poet SF was truly outstanding! From start to finish, the crew made sure everything was well organized, safe, and fun." —⁠ Angie,
Trips from
US $390
Trips from
US $390
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24 ft

Up to 4 people

NorCal Traditions Sportfishing

5.0/5 (5 reviews)
Richmond
San Francisco has a fish with your name on it, so let NorCal Traditions Sportfishing help you catch it! There's no guarantee when you're fishing, but just some of the species you can catch around here include Halibut, Striped Bass, Rockfish, Lin

"I’ma single mom with two teens who grew up fishing in Minnesota." —⁠ Andrea,
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US $500
Trips from
US $500
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28 ft

Up to 6 people

Reel-lentless Sportfishing–Berkeley

5.0/5 (3 reviews)
Berkeley
Reel-lentless Sportfishing is located in Berkeley, CA and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Capt. Bob and the crew are devoted to giving the best experience to both new and seasoned fishermen alike. Capt.
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US $1,300
Trips from
US $1,300
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30 ft

Up to 6 people

Delta Fishing Charters - Bay Halibut

4.9/5 (8 reviews)
Richmond
  Springtime in San Francisco Bay brings forth an exciting opportunity for anglers - the chance to catch the elusive and highly coveted halibut.

"My son asked me to book a fishing trip for him and his buddies." —⁠ Rich, California
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US $500
Trips from
US $500
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57 ft

Up to 25 people

Amethyst Fishing Charters

4.7/5 (7 reviews)
Berkeley
Ready to catch some fish in Berkeley? Amethyst Fishing Charters is here to make it happen! Captain Johnathan will be your guide.
Trips from
US $400
Trips from
US $400

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Top-rated family fishing trips in San Pablo Bay

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Fishing in San Pablo Bay

San Pablo Bay stands as a premier fishing destination in California, renowned for its diverse and abundant fishery. Anglers primarily target trophy Striped bass, the bay's most sought-after species, alongside impressive White sturgeon and hard-fighting Leopard shark. These waters also yield Big skate, Starry flounder, and other species, offering year-round opportunities across varied habitats.

The prime fishing window extends from late November through May, when optimal conditions prevail. Successful techniques include using herring, salmon roe, worms, or lamprey eel as bait, with strategic focus on shell banks, ledges, and drop-offs where fish congregate. Timing excursions during strong minus tides significantly enhances bite rates, while fish finders prove invaluable for locating sturgeon schools.

Regulations require anglers aged 16+ to carry a valid California fishing license, with Striped bass open year-round under a two-fish daily limit. Local charters provide essential knowledge of seasonal patterns and regulation updates, ensuring both novice and experienced anglers maximize their experience in these prolific waters. The bay's accessible location and consistent action cement its status as a must-visit West Coast fishery.

San Pablo Bay

4.9/5
Based on 29,427 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

San Pablo Bay Fishing Seasons

January
Catching huge Sturgeon is the best way to start the year! The area called “The Sturgeon Triangle” is especially exciting.
 
February
The fishing scene still belongs to Sturgeon, as they lure the anglers of the area to San Pablo Bay. The best way to catch them is by trolling.
 
March
While Sturgeon fishing remains great, you can also go bottom fishing for Flounder.
 
April
Striped Bass takes center stage in April. If you go south of the bay, you’ll have the chance to catch lots of Halibut.
 
May
Bay fishing trips offer great Striper and Leopard Shark fishing. For more variety, go closer to the Golden Gate bridge to catch Halibut and Salmon.
 
June
June is one of those months when everything is biting. Chinook Salmon season is open, so try some fishing spots south of Richmond.
 
July
Salmon, Flounder, Striped Bass, and White Seabass  – they’re all biting like crazy! Take a full day trip and catch as many as you can.
 
August
White Seabass and Leopard Sharks are the best to target. Try “potluck fishing,” which is a local method that will help you to catch more fish.
 
September
Striper and Sturgeon will give you great action in the bay. Or, mix things up a little with a different technique and catch some other fish.
 
October
Striped Bass fishing gets even better as fall begins. Salmon season is almost over, so use this last chance to catch a few.
 
November
Leopard Shark and Striper are the main catch on most trips in the bay. They may be small, but there’s plenty of them.
 
December
The year ends with Sturgeon back on the throne. There’s even more of them in the bay and they are bigger than in other seasons.
 

San Pablo Bay Fishing Calendar

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What anglers said about fishing in San Pablo Bay

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