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)
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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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Peter S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Knowledgeable Captain

VERIFIED   Full Day โ€“ Halibut / Striped Bass on May 5, 2024
Had a plan and we caught fish. I trust that he knows what heโ€™s doing and would go again.
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Jonathan R.
San Francisco, California
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Sturgeon trip

White Sturgeon on December 17, 2022
Steve is professional, fun, experienced and is a great fisherman full of knowledge that is more than happy to share. This was...
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Robert G.
Truckee, California
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Good fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day AM) Halibut / Striped bass on July 23, 2023
My family booked the trip from the website๏ผŒwe had a very good time with Captain Steve very professional sports fishing man๏ผ
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Brandon N.
Oakland, CA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Halibut trolling in the bday

VERIFIED   Full Day โ€“ Halibut / Striped Bass on June 18, 2018
Spent the morning trolling the bay on a beautiful Monday. Captain steve knew his trade and landed my mother-in-law her first...
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Adam W.
Antioch, California
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Captain Steve

VERIFIED   Half Day AM) Halibut / Striped bass on August 5, 2018
Had a blast out in the bay with Captain Steve! Great experience and a great way to spend a morning out in the Bay!
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