Captain
Steve Gutierrez

Member since May 2018 San Francisco, United States
Background
Hello, I’m Captain Steve Gutierrez, owner and operator of Deadliest Kast Fishing, a San Francisco Bay–based charter service specializing in hands-on, action-driven fishing experiences throughout Northern California waters. I hold a USCG 50-Ton OUPV Near Coastal Captain’s License and have logged thousands of hours operating on the San Francisco Bay and surrounding coastal fisheries. I’ve been fishing Northern California waters since the age of five and have spent over a decade professionally running charter trips targeting some of our region’s most sought-after species. Depending on the season, we target Halibut, Striped Bass, White Sturgeon, Rockfish, Lingcod, Salmon (season permitting), Tuna, and more. I specialize in South Bay fisheries and focus on adapting techniques and locations daily to give anglers the best opportunity for success. Deadliest Kast Fishing trips are designed for anglers of all experience levels — whether you’re looking to learn new techniques, catch your personal best fish, or simply enjoy a great day on the water with family and friends. Many trips are filmed onboard and featured across Deadliest Kast Fishing social media and YouTube channels, allowing guests to relive their experience long after the trip ends. My mission is simple: provide a safe, professional, and productive fishing experience every time we leave the dock.
Techniques
At Deadliest Kast Fishing, our goal is simple — put you on fish while delivering a safe, professional, and unforgettable day on the water in the San Francisco Bay and surrounding coastal waters. Whether you’re a first-time angler or a seasoned fisherman, every trip is customized to give you the best opportunity for success based on current conditions and seasonal fisheries. We target a wide variety of Northern California species including Halibut, Striped Bass, White Sturgeon, Rockfish, Lingcod, Salmon (season permitting), Tuna, and more. Depending on the trip, guests will experience proven techniques such as trolling, drifting, jigging, and casting swimbaits using top-quality rods, reels, and tackle — all provided. As a USCG-licensed captain with thousands of hours on local waters and over a decade running charters, safety, instruction, and customer experience are always the priority. Whether you’re looking to learn new techniques, catch your personal best fish, or simply enjoy a great day on the water with friends and family, Deadliest Kast Fishing delivers a true Bay Area fishing experience. Cameras are often onboard capturing the action, giving guests the chance to relive their trip through featured fishing content shared online.

Hey, I'm Captain Steve Gutierrez

San Francisco, United States
Background
Hello, I’m Captain Steve Gutierrez, owner and operator of Deadliest Kast Fishing, a San Francisco Bay–based charter service specializing in hands-on, action-driven fishing experiences throughout Northern California waters. I hold a USCG 50-Ton OUPV Near Coastal Captain’s License and have logged thousands of hours operating on the San Francisco Bay and surrounding coastal fisheries. I’ve been fishing Northern California waters since the age of five and have spent over a decade professionally running charter trips targeting some of our region’s most sought-after species. Depending on the season, we target Halibut, Striped Bass, White Sturgeon, Rockfish, Lingcod, Salmon (season permitting), Tuna, and more. I specialize in South Bay fisheries and focus on adapting techniques and locations daily to give anglers the best opportunity for success. Deadliest Kast Fishing trips are designed for anglers of all experience levels — whether you’re looking to learn new techniques, catch your personal best fish, or simply enjoy a great day on the water with family and friends. Many trips are filmed onboard and featured across Deadliest Kast Fishing social media and YouTube channels, allowing guests to relive their experience long after the trip ends. My mission is simple: provide a safe, professional, and productive fishing experience every time we leave the dock.
Techniques
At Deadliest Kast Fishing, our goal is simple — put you on fish while delivering a safe, professional, and unforgettable day on the water in the San Francisco Bay and surrounding coastal waters. Whether you’re a first-time angler or a seasoned fisherman, every trip is customized to give you the best opportunity for success based on current conditions and seasonal fisheries. We target a wide variety of Northern California species including Halibut, Striped Bass, White Sturgeon, Rockfish, Lingcod, Salmon (season permitting), Tuna, and more. Depending on the trip, guests will experience proven techniques such as trolling, drifting, jigging, and casting swimbaits using top-quality rods, reels, and tackle — all provided. As a USCG-licensed captain with thousands of hours on local waters and over a decade running charters, safety, instruction, and customer experience are always the priority. Whether you’re looking to learn new techniques, catch your personal best fish, or simply enjoy a great day on the water with friends and family, Deadliest Kast Fishing delivers a true Bay Area fishing experience. Cameras are often onboard capturing the action, giving guests the chance to relive their trip through featured fishing content shared online.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(11 reviews)
San Francisco
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Trips from US $225

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (22)
October fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
83%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
86%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Keith B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

October fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day AM) Halibut / Striped bass on October 25, 2025
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Robert H.
Daly City, California
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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Sturgeon trip

White Sturgeon on December 7, 2022
Finally made the move to take a trip with Deadliest Kast and Captain Steve.ย  Iโ€™d been out trying to find a sturgeon on...
Robert H. recommends Deadliest Kast Sport Fishing
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Michael A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Winner winner chicken dinner

VERIFIED   Half Day AM) Halibut / Striped bass on July 12, 2024
Capt Steve was great!ย  Having a deckhand no show made his job twice as hard but he crushed it.ย  First drop we snagged two...
Michael A. recommends Deadliest Kast Sport Fishing
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Jeffrey B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing day!!

VERIFIED   Half Day AM) Halibut / Striped bass on April 1, 2024
Captain Steve and crew were amazing! We all caught multiple fish and we had so much fun.ย  Canโ€™t wait to fish with him again.
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Johnathon J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Steve

VERIFIED   Full Day โ€“ Halibut / Striped Bass on March 21, 2024
Our crew had a great time with great people. We caught halibut and stripped bass. It was exactly the trip that we were looking...
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