San Diego Offshore Fishing Charters

San Diego Offshore Fishing Charters

Best Offshore Fishing Charters in San Diego

San Diego: 57 fishing charters available
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(26 reviews)
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trips from US $250
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(237 reviews)
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trips from US $800
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(11 reviews)
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trips from US $699
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(19 reviews)
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trips from US $750
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(127 reviews)
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trips from US $595
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(129 reviews)
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trips from US $1,400
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(106 reviews)
San Diego
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trips from US $750
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(92 reviews)
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trips from US $500

Offshore Fishing in San Diego

A San Diego offshore fishing experience is all about variety. From the fast-swimming pelagics to the Rockfish hiding down below, there’s no shortage of game fish in these waters. Trips can be as short as 6 hours or they can last for days on end. The fishing is so fantastic that many anglers simply can’t get enough of it.

Don’t believe it? Come aboard for a day and hit the offshore fishing grounds just outside of San Diego Bay. If the boat is fast enough, you can also make your way south to the Coronado Islands in Mexico. Or make a run to the Catalina and San Clemente Islands to dabble in some excellent deep sea fishing. Whichever you choose, you’ll be hooked from the start.

What to Catch and When to Target it

Fishing from spring through fall allows you to target pelagic game fish like White Seabass, Barracuda, Yellowtail Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Bonito, Calico Bass, Tuna, Marlin, and monster Sharks. Yellowtail and Barracuda are the first to reach their peak season in spring, followed by Mahi Mahi, Marlin, and Tuna in summer.

Meanwhile, winter is all about Rock Cod, Sand Bass, and a variety of bottom dwellers, including Lobster. Rockfish species typically open to harvest in spring, and the season runs until the end of the year. All in all, it’s hard to pick a bad time to cast lines around here, but it’s certainly best to come aboard in summer and fall for the widest variety.

How to Fish

Offshore fishing employs many methods, but you can expect to spend much of your time trolling and bottom fishing. Trolling lures, live bait, or cut bait will help you catch any pelagic species from Mahi Mahi and Tuna to Thresher Sharks. Bottom fishing near reefs and rocky structures produces Rockfish and other species near the seafloor.

Fly lining live bait is a popular method for catching Yellowtail, Barracuda, Bonito, Calicos, and White Seabass. This tactic involves fishing without a weight so that the bait can swim freely. Anchovies and Sardines are choice bait selections.

San Diego
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Based on 28,443 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

What anglers said about Offshore Fishing in San Diego

I donโ€™t know much about it but we had a ton of fun and saw some tuna but they just werenโ€™t biting
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I donโ€™t know much about it but we had a ton of fun and saw some tuna but they just werenโ€™t biting
Brothers Sport Fishing
Brothers Sport Fishing
It was perfect for catching a variety of 10 to 20 inch fish, my first time fishing off shore in 20 years
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was perfect for catching a variety of 10 to 20 inch fish, my first time fishing off shore in 20 years
Fishing Charters Of San Diego
Fishing Charters Of San Diego
Be patient, be adaptable, follow TC's lead, ask questions, above all relax and have fun. Development of angling skills takes time. It's not an overnight success. If you are serious, jot down notes if you need to.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be patient, be adaptable, follow TC's lead, ask questions, above all relax and have fun. Development of angling skills takes time. It's not an overnight success. If you are serious, jot down notes if you need to.
TC's Fishing Adventures
TC's Fishing Adventures
If you have never been on a boat follow the Captainโ€™s recommendation about motion sickness prevention. Tons of different fish species to catch.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you have never been on a boat follow the Captainโ€™s recommendation about motion sickness prevention. Tons of different fish species to catch.
Romeo Sport Fishing San Diego
Romeo Sport Fishing San Diego
Action was good but not being able to keep Rockfish in October caught inshore is kind of bummer. But this charter did well to put us on keeper fish (whitefish) so still fun!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Action was good but not being able to keep Rockfish in October caught inshore is kind of bummer. But this charter did well to put us on keeper fish (whitefish) so still fun!
Pelican Sportfishing
Pelican Sportfishing
There is always something biting in San Diego and anything is possible from rockfish to marlin.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
There is always something biting in San Diego and anything is possible from rockfish to marlin.
SD Slot Machine Charter
SD Slot Machine Charter Oak Glen, CA
The weather is really nice and the water is clear. The people and the environment are very nice.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The weather is really nice and the water is clear. The people and the environment are very nice.
Pelican Sportfishing
Pelican Sportfishing Schaumburg, IL
Be ready for a good fight fishing in San Diego. The captain and staff are very friendly attentive and have great communication on teaching and giving you tips to land the fish or multiple fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be ready for a good fight fishing in San Diego. The captain and staff are very friendly attentive and have great communication on teaching and giving you tips to land the fish or multiple fish.
San Diego Charters โ€“ 32' Blackfin
San Diego Charters โ€“ 32' Blackfin Yuma, AZ
Definitely splurge on a charter. With just four guests, the crew was able to help us all individually. It was great fun!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Definitely splurge on a charter. With just four guests, the crew was able to help us all individually. It was great fun!
Wild Goose Fishing Charters
Wild Goose Fishing Charters Claremont, CA
Itโ€™s cooler than expected this time of year. Dress in layers. Need Mexican and US fishing license. Bring passport in case fishing around Coronado islands.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Itโ€™s cooler than expected this time of year. Dress in layers. Need Mexican and US fishing license. Bring passport in case fishing around Coronado islands.
Pelican Sportfishing
Pelican Sportfishing Rancho Cucamonga, CA
If you have flexibility in your dates, reach out to the Captain for recommendations on when to book.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you have flexibility in your dates, reach out to the Captain for recommendations on when to book.
Pelican Sportfishing
Pelican Sportfishing Kathleen, GA
Plenty of sunblock. Calm waters in the bay but expect big swells if you go offshore.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Plenty of sunblock. Calm waters in the bay but expect big swells if you go offshore.
AF Sportfishing
AF Sportfishing Geneva, FL
In December, fishing is weather dependent. Be prepared for a variety of conditions and dress accordingly.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
In December, fishing is weather dependent. Be prepared for a variety of conditions and dress accordingly.
AF Sportfishing
AF Sportfishing Fort Worth, TX
Grind at finding fish and you will get on fish. Less boats out this time of the year which is awesome!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Grind at finding fish and you will get on fish. Less boats out this time of the year which is awesome!
Awol Sportfishing
Awol Sportfishing United States
Couldnโ€™t ask for a better 1/2 day excursion. Fish were jumping in the boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Couldnโ€™t ask for a better 1/2 day excursion. Fish were jumping in the boat
Reel Life Fishing Charters
Reel Life Fishing Charters Yorba Linda, CA
Speak with your captain prior to departure. Bring extra food and drinks if desired Make sure to check the weather to prepare properly
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Speak with your captain prior to departure. Bring extra food and drinks if desired Make sure to check the weather to prepare properly
Reel Life Fishing Charters
Reel Life Fishing Charters Santa Ana, CA
The fishing boats depart promptly at their scheduled hour. Be EARLY or ON TIME for the trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The fishing boats depart promptly at their scheduled hour. Be EARLY or ON TIME for the trip.
The Long Run Sportfishing
The Long Run Sportfishing United States
Donโ€™t hesitate to book with Pelican Sport fishing, you will not regret it. Captain Shaun will make sure you have a great time.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Donโ€™t hesitate to book with Pelican Sport fishing, you will not regret it. Captain Shaun will make sure you have a great time.
Pelican Sportfishing
Pelican Sportfishing Midvale, UT
Tuna fishing down here can always be a hit or miss, avoid those days after a full moon and you should be able to get on them.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tuna fishing down here can always be a hit or miss, avoid those days after a full moon and you should be able to get on them.
Pelican Sportfishing
Pelican Sportfishing Ontario, CA
The water is a bit murky from the red tide this time of year but the fishing was still lots of fun, especially around the wrecks. Dress warm, 60's on the water can be cool.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The water is a bit murky from the red tide this time of year but the fishing was still lots of fun, especially around the wrecks. Dress warm, 60's on the water can be cool.
Good Times Sportfishing
Good Times Sportfishing Anaheim, CA

Top Targeted Offshore Fishing Species in San Diego