Seasonality
Halibut fishing in Northern California varies moderately throughout the year. High season is July to September. Low season is January to March. There is no closed season.
Northern California Halibut Fishing Charters
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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. Fishing w
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US $400
San Francisco
Full Day Trip
This trip is customized based on your interests. Price includes bait and ice. Rods can be rented for $15 per person. Trolling weights cost $7-8 or you can bring your own. You'll typically target Salmon but there are other fishing opportunities depending on the time of year. If you choose to explore the Farallon Islands a fuel surcharge will apply. Also, because of very high fuel prices, there will be an additional charge for fuel used. This will be in effect until prices return to normal. 3 person minimum
Per person
US $300
San Francisco
Full Day – Spearfishing
This is perhaps one of the most exhilarating experiences you can have in the Bay! This is reserved for the most die-hard and experienced anglers. You'll target Halibut, Rockfish, White Seabass, and Lingcod. Make sure you bring your own gear and purchase a fishing license online and you're all set!
Price for up to 10 people
US $3,200
Richmond
Half Day Private Charter (PM)
If you’re in the San Francisco Bay area then take a day out of checking out the city sights and head out onto the water. Captain Bill Clapp loves to take small groups of people out to search for what lurks in the waters around the bay. With over 30
Price for up to 4 people
US $900
Emeryville
Coastal Livebait Sportfishing
This trip focuses on the near coastal region outside of the Golden Gate Bridge. We will target waters known to hold oer 30 species of Rock fish, Ling Cod, Striped Bass and Halibut. Trips may travel up to Pt Reyes north or the waters near Half Moon Bay and south. It is not uncommon to share waters with a large variety of wildlife including whales, porpoises, seals, sea lions and more.
Special requests are encouraged
Trip is weather dependant
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,800
South Lake Tahoe
If you're here to make the most of fishing in South Lake Tahoe, look no further than Tahoe Topliners Sportfishing. Captain Mike will be your guide, offering 29 years of guiding experience. Captain Mike has guided clients to the last 4 Tahoe Lake reco
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US $500
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What anglers said about Halibut Fishing in Northern California
Chenhao Y.
Reviewed Full Day Trip
Great experience for First Timers!
5/5
We went to Captain Neal and Bradley, and had a blast! They showed us the rope to catch bass and halibut! We even caught some rays and sharks. Definitely recommend!
Sean R.
Reviewed Full Day Trip
Warrior Poet provides a great day on the Bay!
5/5
We enjoyed a full 10 hour day with Captain Neil in SF Bay.
He took care of us and got us hooked up with Halibut, Striped Bass, Bat Rays and Leopard Sharks!
Andy M.
Reviewed Full Day Halibut+Bass $250/pp
Great Team - Lots of Fun
5/5
I had a great full day trip with Captain Sean and Angelina. They were incredibly patient with my questions and taught me how to correct bait anchovies on the hook. We caught a ton of stripers and a few halibut. I also managed to hook two bat rays that they let me fight for a bit until I had enough and we cut the line. I also landed a leopard shark which was a fun surprise. Good music and lots of laughter made for a great day. I would definitely book with them again.
Weirong J.
Reviewed Half Day Trip (PM)
Great afternoon
5/5
So happy with the halibuts we caught! Thanks Captain Neil who is experienced and super nice to kids. Will return in near future.
Randy R.
Reviewed Half Day Trip (AM)
Great experience!
5/5
Took my son on our first deep sea fishing trip for his birthday and to say that we had a great time would be an understatement! Would 10/10 recommend to anyone! My son caught the ships record year to date Halibut at 24lbs!!
