Los Angeles Mako Shark Fishing Charters

Los Angeles Mako Shark Fishing Charters

Best Mako Shark Fishing Charters in Los Angeles

Mako Shark Fishing in Los Angeles

Mako Shark
  • Size 6 to 10ft
  • Food Value Good
  • Game Qualities Excellent
  • Habitats Offshore

(Isurus oxyrinchus)

You won’t find a harder fighting catch off the coast of Los Angeles than a trophy Mako Shark. Quick, agile, and capable of reaching up to 1,000 pounds, these beasts are among the world’s biggest game fish. Hook into one of these and test your angling skills like never before. When you’re not catching Makos, you might encounter other sentinels of the deep such as Blue, Thresher, and Hammerhead Sharks. There’s only one thing that comes to mind when you experience the Shark fishing Los Angeles has in store: go big or go home!

Where to Go

For the biggest and baddest Sharks in southern California, head offshore. You might try your luck around well-known deep sea fishing spots like the Channel Islands, or head out to open water 20–60 miles from the coast. Offshore canyons and seamounts are especially productive Shark fishing grounds, where you can find monsters weighing anywhere from 300–1,000 pounds!

Another key to finding Makos is the color and temperature of the water. These predators lurk in the deepest blue – some say purple – waters, where average temperatures range from 65-70°F.

How to Fish

  • You can land relatively small Sharks using light tackle (spinning or conventional). Medium to heavy tackle is recommended for larger specimens. Some anglers even target Sharks on fly rod.

  • Common Shark fishing methods for Makos and Blues include drifting and chumming, whereas trolling seems to be preferred for Threshers. Shark bait usually includes big fish like Tuna, Bonito, or Barracuda (the fresher the better).

  • Using J and circle hooks will harm your catch as little as possible. For best results, your hook should be baited with the same fish used in the chum.

  • A professional Shark fishing charter is recommended to ensure your safety. You’ll find a number of captains in the LA area who specialize in Shark fishing. Many local captains encourage catch and release, but some may allow you to keep one or two trophy catches, depending on the species.

When to Go

You can enjoy excellent Shark fishing in Los Angeles year-round, but summer and fall are generally the best times to reel in monster Makos and Threshers. When these bad boys aren’t at their peak, you can generally count on a hot bite from the Blues.
For bragging rights to one of the most daunting and dangerous catches on the planet, set your sights on southern California!

Los Angeles Mako Shark Fishing Seasons

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Seasonality

Mako Shark fishing in Los Angeles varies moderately throughout the year. High season is May to October. Low season is January to March and December. There is no closed season.
Los Angeles
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Based on 28,446 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

What anglers said about Mako Shark Fishing in Los Angeles

Layers of clothes. Process matters - keep an open mind. Bluefin is a little risky, but very satisfying.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Layers of clothes. Process matters - keep an open mind. Bluefin is a little risky, but very satisfying.
Mystic Queen Sportfishing
Mystic Queen Sportfishing
Best recommendation I can give is go with a professional like TJ, this will make your trip a success
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Best recommendation I can give is go with a professional like TJ, this will make your trip a success
Kamryn Dawson Charters
Kamryn Dawson Charters
Summer might be the best time, since season is open for rockfish. And you can also target halibut, sheephead and bigger game fish. But even in winter (February) you can get lots of action fishing for sculpin, bass, and white fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Summer might be the best time, since season is open for rockfish. And you can also target halibut, sheephead and bigger game fish. But even in winter (February) you can get lots of action fishing for sculpin, bass, and white fish.
ROGEZAC Sportfishing
ROGEZAC Sportfishing San Mateo, CA
Check the weather before you go out and pick a time where the water is warmer, this will ensure you catch the types of fish you're looking for.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Check the weather before you go out and pick a time where the water is warmer, this will ensure you catch the types of fish you're looking for.
Kamryn Dawson Charters
Kamryn Dawson Charters Redondo Beach, CA
Expect clouds and cooler weather due to the "June Gloom". Perfect fishing weather!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Expect clouds and cooler weather due to the "June Gloom". Perfect fishing weather!
LA Sportfishing
LA Sportfishing Loveland, CO
22nd Street Sportfishing has plenty of different charters, great staff, and wide range of fishing.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
22nd Street Sportfishing has plenty of different charters, great staff, and wide range of fishing.
Kamryn Dawson Charters
Kamryn Dawson Charters United States

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