Bay Area Crab Fishing Charters
Top Bay Area Crab Fishing Destinations
Top Bay Area Crab Fishing Destinations
Best Crab Fishing Charters in Bay Area
Best Crab Fishing Charters in Bay Area
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Bay Area Crab Fishing Seasons
Bay Area Crab Fishing Seasons
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Seasonality
Crab fishing in Bay Area varies moderately throughout the year. High season is November to December. Closed season is July to October.
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Based on 28,687 reviews by FishingBooker anglers
What anglers said about Crab Fishing in Bay Area
What anglers said about Crab Fishing in Bay Area
We went out when the tides were making it very challenging to catch halibut. Other boats we were hearing had zero catches for the day but Captain Justin and Joe were able to still get us MANY catches - each person left with 2 above average size halibut.
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We went out when the tides were making it very challenging to catch halibut. Other boats we were hearing had zero catches for the day but Captain Justin and Joe were able to still get us MANY catches - each person left with 2 above average size halibut.
The Codfather SportFishing
Itโs one of the best fisheries in the world and there are hundreds of miles of water to explore. Getting a guide like Frank is a great way to get started.
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Itโs one of the best fisheries in the world and there are hundreds of miles of water to explore. Getting a guide like Frank is a great way to get started.
Delta BASSNโ Guide Service
Get out there and do it. Some days you catch a ton of fish, some days just a few. But we have always had a great time doing it.
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Get out there and do it. Some days you catch a ton of fish, some days just a few. But we have always had a great time doing it.
Nautilus Excursions
Plan for all possible weather conditions. Wear layers as the wind picks up in the afternoon. Sunglasses and a neck gator are a must. Wear waterproof or rubber shoes. Your feet will get wet at some point.
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Plan for all possible weather conditions. Wear layers as the wind picks up in the afternoon. Sunglasses and a neck gator are a must. Wear waterproof or rubber shoes. Your feet will get wet at some point.
fishSFbay
The fish we caught were fillet by the first mate. They were absolutely delicious.
Thank you so much.
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The fish we caught were fillet by the first mate. They were absolutely delicious.
Thank you so much.
Warrior Poet Sportfishing
Not as good fishing conditions as other months, but you can still catch fish. We werenโt able to catch any fish from the dock on Bethel Island where we were staying but much of that was limited by stormy weather. On a bass charter we were able to catch 1 largemouth bass and 1 striped bass. In February fishing is OK but not as good as spring and summer.
5.0
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Not as good fishing conditions as other months, but you can still catch fish. We werenโt able to catch any fish from the dock on Bethel Island where we were staying but much of that was limited by stormy weather. On a bass charter we were able to catch 1 largemouth bass and 1 striped bass. In February fishing is OK but not as good as spring and summer.
Delta BASSNโ Guide Service
Weather was perfect for a T shirt and jeans or a lightweight sweater. 10 out 10 would recommend
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Weather was perfect for a T shirt and jeans or a lightweight sweater. 10 out 10 would recommend
SF Boat Support
Get upstanding about parking and the time you need to be so that you are not to early
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Get upstanding about parking and the time you need to be so that you are not to early
fishSFbay
A nice captain and a well run boat
BUT the captain is a chain smoker and in the confines of the forward cabin we found that a MAJOR problem.
4.3
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A nice captain and a well run boat
BUT the captain is a chain smoker and in the confines of the forward cabin we found that a MAJOR problem.
Bills Sportfishing And Guide Service
Great fishing boat and expert Captain. Arrive to dock at least 30 minutes early for best parking.
5.0
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Great fishing boat and expert Captain. Arrive to dock at least 30 minutes early for best parking.
Warrior Poet Sportfishing
Good options with lots of parking and cleaning areas. Dock and location wasn't packed or rushed.
5.0
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Good options with lots of parking and cleaning areas. Dock and location wasn't packed or rushed.
David Rooney
Milpitas, CA
All the fish you want to catch are spawning and hitting and being caught at this time of year. Book charters out of san fran in july/august
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All the fish you want to catch are spawning and hitting and being caught at this time of year. Book charters out of san fran in july/august
Warrior Poet Sportfishing
East McKeesport, PA
Go with a positive attitude fishing is fishing and can go either way just have a great time.
4.7
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Go with a positive attitude fishing is fishing and can go either way just have a great time.
fishSFbay
CEDAR E BETHL, MN
Make sure you have warm clothes on. Take something for motion sickness because the water is VERY choppy.
4.7
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5
Make sure you have warm clothes on. Take something for motion sickness because the water is VERY choppy.
fishSFbay
Holt, MI
Bring sunscreen, windblazer, snacks, and friends to relax with as you all wait for the bite.
5.0
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Bring sunscreen, windblazer, snacks, and friends to relax with as you all wait for the bite.
Warrior Poet Sportfishing
Cottage Grove, MN
If you are fishing the area for the first time, don't hesitate to book with Captain Frank. You will be glad you did.
5.0
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If you are fishing the area for the first time, don't hesitate to book with Captain Frank. You will be glad you did.
Delta BASSNโ Guide Service
Stockton, CA
The fishing on SF Bay is the same as anywhere.except if there not biting great you get some iepic views of the bay! Some days are better fishing than others so hope for the best and enjoy the day!
5.0
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The fishing on SF Bay is the same as anywhere.except if there not biting great you get some iepic views of the bay! Some days are better fishing than others so hope for the best and enjoy the day!
New Captain Pete Sportfishing
Felton, CA
Actually speak with the captain and make sure you know where you're fishing and what you're fishing for.
4.7
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Actually speak with the captain and make sure you know where you're fishing and what you're fishing for.
Argo Sportfishing
Red Bluff, CA
It's not like fishing for bluegill or other varieties in technique listen to the captain and you will do great!
5.0
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5
It's not like fishing for bluegill or other varieties in technique listen to the captain and you will do great!
Warrior Poet Sportfishing
North Las Vegas, Nevada
Hire John and he'll put you where it gives you the best chance to land the fish you're looking for.
5.0
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5
Hire John and he'll put you where it gives you the best chance to land the fish you're looking for.
Addictive Sport Fishing
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Best Price Guaranteed
If you find your deal on another fishing website at a lower rate, contact ourย customer careย team. We will match the rate of the other deal if the following conditions are met:
- You have contacted us immediately after booking with all the details of the other deal including a link to the offer on the website and the exact price being quoted.
- The other deal is bookable online and is still available when we check.
- The other deal is subject to the same booking conditions you’ve opted for with
FishingBooker.com. This means:
- It is for the same fishing charter, package and date(s)
- It has identical amenities attached (including the meal plan, cancellation policy, package offer, etc.)
- The conditions of your booking with us still allow penalty-free cancellations and modifications.
- If we can't match the rate of the other deal because one of the above conditions is different, you still keep your existing reservation โ including the cancellation policy.
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