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- Angler's Choice4 Hour Trip Inshore (PM)
+8Can't or don't want to go earlier? Please, try a Quick PM Session. Although bigger fish are usually found in the bay, our coastal fish can be fun, too. Capt James Nelson excels in customer service. This means you will benefit by having fun, and you might even catch a few fish for dinner. You'll be fishing the coastal waters just outside San Diego Bay, targeting a variety of species. We will be on the Pacific Ocean. These Trips are Limited in Availability, so Book yours as soon as you can.Instant ConfirmationPrice for up to 4 peopleUS $700 - 3 Hour Trip - 4:30 PM
+5Experience the excitement of fishing with one of the most experienced and oldest 6 pac sport fishing operations in San Diego. This is a perfect trip for beginners or families with children. Enjoy the beautiful Coastal waters of San Diego and have a shot at catching a variety of fish species like rockfish, Yellowtail, barracuda, bonito, white sea bass, sharks, and an occasional tuna and mahi mahi. Possible whale & Dolphin sightings. All fishing tackle included.Price for up to 6 peopleUS $875 - Angler's Choice4 Hour Bay Fishing — Spring Special - 12:30 PM
+1Spend the morning fishing for halibut, spotted bay bass, bonefish, and sharks in the calm waters of San Diego Bay. These trips are perfect for those who may get seasick or prefer not to spend a full day at sea. Live bait is not included but can be purchased for an additional fee. Please note the trip is primarily catch and release. Maximum of 4 people per trip.Instant ConfirmationPrice for up to 4 peopleUS $595 - Angler's ChoiceMahi, Rosies – Deep drop Trip - 10:00 AM
This 8hr. trip is to fill the freezer with delicious Mahi and Rosies. Summertime Mahi are really fun to catch and can be found in the same area as Rosies. These beautiful fish also go by the name Rock Snapper due to their white meat which is very similar to Snapper. They live on the bottom in 950' of water. Captain Bryan uses a 6 hook rig to catch several at a time. If you want a bunch of fish to eat, this is the way to do it. There is a $2/Rosie cleaning fee & $5/Mahi.Instant ConfirmationPrice for up to 6 peopleUS $1,400 - Angler's Choice5 Hour Trip — Sheepshead
+2We will be targeting sheepshead, tautog, black drum, and rockfish. These fish will test your skills and patience, so bring drinks and snacks and come enjoy a great day on the water.Instant ConfirmationPrice for up to 6 peopleUS $775 - Angler's Choice10 Hour Trip — Coronados (2 PL MAX)
+5'''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''—Please send an inquiry if interested! Passport required!'''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''Instant ConfirmationPrice for up to 2 peopleUS $1,695 - 4 Hour Trip — Bottom Fishing
+6Looking for action and variety on the water? Join No Whiners Sporting for a 4-hour trip that gives you the best of both worlds—trolling for pelagic species like mahi or ono, then shifting gears to bottom fish the reef for local favorites like snapper and trevally. It's a great option for families, first-timers, or anyone short on time but big on fun. All experience levels welcome—let's get you hooked up!Instant ConfirmationPrice for up to 6 peopleUS $1,200 - Late Afternoon Trip
+2Late afternoon charter from 4-7pmInstant ConfirmationPrice for up to 6 peopleUS $425 - Angler's ChoiceSUNSET (private)
+8This is a trip designed for a special time of day, when fish activity peaks as the sun begins to set—a feast for the eyes as you watch the sunset while experiencing incredible bites. There's also the opportunity to try your hand at night fishing.Instant ConfirmationPrice for up to 5 peopleUS $290 - 8 Hour – Fishing Trip
+28 hours on the water, giving you more time to optimize the full tide change.Instant ConfirmationPrice for up to 4 peopleUS $971
What anglers say about Rockfish fishing
- 5.0/5(6 Hour Trip – Deep Sea)
We Crushed It!!
Went on a 6 hour trip with some buddies for my son’s birthday. Fish started hitting within the first 20 mins or so and continued all trip. Chris and Captain Leng were fantastic! They went out of their way to ensure we had an awesome time and stayed on the fish. After we got off the boat, my son and his buddies all said it was the best fishing trip ever.
- 5.0/5(1/2 Day- Local Trip)
Great trip!
My son’s birthday trip was great! Thank you for a wonderful experience he will always remember!
- 5.0/5(4 Hour – Salmon Fishing Trip)
Salmon says… Book with Chris! 🐟
Quinn and I had the best day ever fishing with Chris! We limited out in the first two hours and the bites never stopped. Chris knew all the best spots, constantly checked the lines, and coached us through every catch. Great music, funny stories, and an awesome atmosphere made the day even better. His 20 years of living in Tofino really showed! He even took amazing pictures of us with our fish. Couldn’t recommend Chris enough!
- 5.0/5(6 Hour Trip – Deep Sea)
Incredible fishing experience
Captain Leng knows his stuff. Him and Jacob took amazing care of us and we caught a ton of great fish. Thanks again and hope to come back soon 🤙🏽
- 5.0/5(Inshore Morning Trip - 4 Hour)
Steve had us on the fish all day!
We had an absolutely amazing time. My son said it was his favorite day fishing ever. After quickly catching our limit of rock fish, Steve took us to catch calico bass and sand bass. In between he spotted a baby humpback jumping out of the water and we went to watch that for a while. Overall we brought home over 20 fish to eat. It was a solid day fishing. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone. He was by far the best captain we have had thus far.
About Rockfish fishing
It’s a mixed bag of fish that answer to the name of Rockfish. While on the East Coast, the term Rockfish is usually used to refer to Striped Bass, on the West Coast it is a different animal altogether. The variety of Sebastes species that live in the North Pacific are all known as Californian Rockfish, and are among the longest living fish in the world, sometimes reaching over 200 years old!
When and Where
Most Rockfish of the Sebastes family live in the North Pacific. There are 56 different species of Rockfish in the Southern Californian Bight alone. They are bottom dwellers that can be found anywhere from close to the coastline to 9,800 feet (3,000 meters) deep.
How to Fish
Rockfish are a fun species for kids to catch – both colorful and easy to land, they make for a great introduction to saltwater fishing. Live bait such as sardines or anchovies are used in a weighted setup to reach – and stay at – the bottom and get the Rockfish to bite. Just beware of snagging your line on sharp rocks!
Lure fishermen and women can have good success targeting Rockfish with jigs. This is a good method of attracting the larger predators. Octopus-type lures are particularly effective, and attaching a strip of squid to the lure can make it irresistible.
Rules and Regulations
Fishing for the various species of Rockfish is strongly controlled in California, so make sure you are familiar with the rules before heading out. You must be able to tell the different Rockfish species apart so you can be sure of not keeping a prohibited variety.
Good to Eat?
Very tasty – this mild-tasting fish is a seafood staple on the West Coast. Larger fish usually have more tender flesh, which tastes good pretty much however you prepare it.
It’s a mixed bag of fish that answer to the name of Rockfish. While on the East Coast, the term Rockfish is usually used to refer to Striped Bass, on the West Coast it is a different animal altogether. The variety of Sebastes species that live in the North Pacific are all known as Californian Rockfish, and are among the longest living fish in the world, sometimes reaching over 200 years old!
When and Where
Most Rockfish of the Sebastes family live in the North Pacific. There are 56 different species of Rockfish in the Southern Californian Bight alone. They are bottom dwellers that can be found anywhere from close to the coastline to 9,800 feet (3,000 meters) deep.
How to Fish
Rockfish are a fun species for kids to catch – both colorful and easy to land, they make for a great introduction to saltwater fishing. Live bait such as sardines or anchovies are used in a weighted setup to reach – and stay at – the bottom and get the Rockfish to bite. Just beware of snagging your line on sharp rocks!
Lure fishermen and women can have good success targeting Rockfish with jigs. This is a good method of attracting the larger predators. Octopus-type lures are particularly effective, and attaching a strip of squid to the lure can make it irresistible.
Rules and Regulations
Fishing for the various species of Rockfish is strongly controlled in California, so make sure you are familiar with the rules before heading out. You must be able to tell the different Rockfish species apart so you can be sure of not keeping a prohibited variety.
Good to Eat?
Very tasty – this mild-tasting fish is a seafood staple on the West Coast. Larger fish usually have more tender flesh, which tastes good pretty much however you prepare it.