Captain
Eric Risen

Member since March 2018 San Diego, United States
Background
Owner/Operator Eric Risen has been fishing the waters around Southern California for over two decades. He grew up fishing San Diego Bay as well as the inshore and offshore waters beyond. During this time, he honed his skills on a variety of local species.  After graduating from the University of California Santa Barbara with a degree in Environmental Studies, he spent time working for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife before traveling the West Coast as a deckhand aboard the Fishing Yacht “Venture More”.  He recently decided to follow his passion and become a full-time fishing guide in his hometown, San Diego.  You will find Captain Eric knowledgeable, social, enthusiatic, and eager to give you a great fishing experience!

Hey, I'm Captain Eric Risen

San Diego, United States
Background
Owner/Operator Eric Risen has been fishing the waters around Southern California for over two decades. He grew up fishing San Diego Bay as well as the inshore and offshore waters beyond. During this time, he honed his skills on a variety of local species.  After graduating from the University of California Santa Barbara with a degree in Environmental Studies, he spent time working for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife before traveling the West Coast as a deckhand aboard the Fishing Yacht “Venture More”.  He recently decided to follow his passion and become a full-time fishing guide in his hometown, San Diego.  You will find Captain Eric knowledgeable, social, enthusiatic, and eager to give you a great fishing experience!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(246 reviews)
San Diego
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Trips from US $749

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 246 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (242)
Eric did a great job
40 fish in 4 hours!
40 fish in 4 hours!
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Angler rating
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Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
97%
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Kristin G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay Fishing (AM) on December 28, 2024
Caught tons of fish. Eric knowledge of the area. Nice boat and equipment. One of the best fishing trips weโ€™ve been on.
Kristin G. recommends Risen Tide Sportfishing
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Jake D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Eric

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay Fishing (AM) on October 15, 2024
This was a very fun trip for me and my son. Captain Eric was very kind and he knew what he was doing . 5 stars would recommend
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Dan F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay Fishing (AM) on September 26, 2024
Eric was great with our young boys. They had a really fun time and already want to come back.ย  10/10
Dan F. recommends Risen Tide Sportfishing
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Richard E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Bay Fishing (PM) on November 3, 2024
Eric was awesome and put us on the fish! Will go again soon!
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Renee J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Very polite and helpful Captain

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Bay Fishing (PM) on October 1, 2024
We had a fantastic experience
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