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Northern California Halibut Fishing Charters
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Top Northern California Halibut Fishing Destinations
Top Northern California Halibut Fishing Destinations
Best Halibut Fishing Charters in Northern California
Best Halibut Fishing Charters in Northern California
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Northern California Halibut Fishing Seasons
Northern California Halibut Fishing Seasons
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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.
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4.6
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5
Based on 28,597 reviews by FishingBooker anglers
What anglers said about Halibut Fishing in Northern California
What anglers said about Halibut Fishing in Northern California
I feel like April is early this year for tahoe. Warmer days bring more consistent fishing. But getting out on a boat with an experienced captain definitely pays off
5.0
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5
I feel like April is early this year for tahoe. Warmer days bring more consistent fishing. But getting out on a boat with an experienced captain definitely pays off
Tahoe Topliners Fishing โ Est. 1996
Rob was is an amazing captain and super knowledgeable, I highly recommend you give him a chance and book a trip if you're looking to experience high quality fishing experiences.
5.0
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5
Rob was is an amazing captain and super knowledgeable, I highly recommend you give him a chance and book a trip if you're looking to experience high quality fishing experiences.
Northern California Guide Service โSacramento
Itโs definitely a morning bite so the earlier, the better. Bite all but died completely by 10:30am. But from 6-10am it was on fire! Had 3 fish in within the first 15 mins.
5.0
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5
Itโs definitely a morning bite so the earlier, the better. Bite all but died completely by 10:30am. But from 6-10am it was on fire! Had 3 fish in within the first 15 mins.
Trophy Catcher Guide Service
The fish we caught were fillet by the first mate. They were absolutely delicious.
Thank you so much.
5.0
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5
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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5
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
I recommend calling Captain Mike Nielsen. Was recommended to me by the guy at the shop where we bought our licenses. He did not disappoint. Caught our limit, saw incredible views and learned a good bit about the area. Gorgeous day and amazing experience!
5.0
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5
I recommend calling Captain Mike Nielsen. Was recommended to me by the guy at the shop where we bought our licenses. He did not disappoint. Caught our limit, saw incredible views and learned a good bit about the area. Gorgeous day and amazing experience!
Tahoe Topliners Fishing โ Est. 1996
Weather was perfect for a T shirt and jeans or a lightweight sweater. 10 out 10 would recommend
5.0
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5
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
5.0
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5
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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5
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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5
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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5
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
5.0
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5
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
Donโt reel to quickly the fish have soft mouths and the hooks pop out right at the boat
5.0
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5
Donโt reel to quickly the fish have soft mouths and the hooks pop out right at the boat
Tahoe Trophy Trout
Meadow Vista, California
Be courteous to your captain and the other boaters at the boat dock by being on time and ready to get out on the water. It is a busy boat launch first thing in the morning.
5.0
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5
Be courteous to your captain and the other boaters at the boat dock by being on time and ready to get out on the water. It is a busy boat launch first thing in the morning.
Three D Fishing
Go with a positive attitude fishing is fishing and can go either way just have a great time.
4.7
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5
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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5
Bring sunscreen, windblazer, snacks, and friends to relax with as you all wait for the bite.
Warrior Poet Sportfishing
Cottage Grove, MN
The morning bite for Lake Trout is better than the afternoon bite, but no matter when you go out, if you go with Captain Rob, itโs going to be an amazing experience.
5.0
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5
The morning bite for Lake Trout is better than the afternoon bite, but no matter when you go out, if you go with Captain Rob, itโs going to be an amazing experience.
Tahoe Trophy Trout
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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5
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
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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5
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
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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.)
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- 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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