Captain
Shannon McGraw

Member since May 2018 Newport Beach, United States
Background
Captain Shannon McGraw is an Orange County native and has been exploring the waters in the area for decades. Fishing is his passion and lifestyle and he can't imagine doing anything else. On trips with Capt. Shannon, you will not only have a great time, but you will be safe as well, and your guide will go the extra mile to get you on your next trophy fish.
Techniques
My favorite fishing is Yellowtail on the anchor, wether it be at Catalina or San Clemente Island. Yellowtail are SoCal funnest year round game fish, they pull hard, are in schools, and are excellent table fair. Offshore fishing can't be beat either, Tuna, Dorado and Yellowtail is the goal. Fishing on the surface for Tuna is incredible as well, you can troll, use bait fish, use kites, but a surface lure is my preferred choice.

Hey, I'm Captain Shannon McGraw

Newport Beach, United States
Background
Captain Shannon McGraw is an Orange County native and has been exploring the waters in the area for decades. Fishing is his passion and lifestyle and he can't imagine doing anything else. On trips with Capt. Shannon, you will not only have a great time, but you will be safe as well, and your guide will go the extra mile to get you on your next trophy fish.
Techniques
My favorite fishing is Yellowtail on the anchor, wether it be at Catalina or San Clemente Island. Yellowtail are SoCal funnest year round game fish, they pull hard, are in schools, and are excellent table fair. Offshore fishing can't be beat either, Tuna, Dorado and Yellowtail is the goal. Fishing on the surface for Tuna is incredible as well, you can troll, use bait fish, use kites, but a surface lure is my preferred choice.
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(177 reviews)
Angler's choice
Newport Beach
 4 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $850

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 177 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (139)
Fishing with Shannon
Fishing with Shannon
Great late October trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
84%
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Catherine C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Shannon is great!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 3, 2025
Cap Shannon is a pleasure to charter with, friendly and knowledgeable. Would recommend chartering with him anytime!
Catherine C. recommends Sealutions Sportfishing LLC, Newport Beach
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Anthony J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A day on the water.

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on November 30, 2024
Me and my family Weโ€™re very impressed with the fishing trip. Not to mention that we had tons of fun, including my wife, who...
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Barclay G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Outstanding!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 28, 2025
So many variries of fish caught!!! Very fun trip! Captain Shannon was awesome! Highly recommend!
Barclay G. recommends Sealutions Sportfishing LLC, Newport Beach
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Dave S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fantastic Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip PM on July 21, 2025
Amazing trip.ย  On fish from the first cast.ย  An all around really fun and productive day on the water.
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Frank N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Tripโ€“Catalina Island on July 19, 2025
Caught a few big yellow tail and some bass.ย  Great grip overall.ย  Capt. Shannon was very knowledgeable
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