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Steve Oropeza
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Steve Oropeza

Los Angeles, United States
10+ reviews
Capt. Steve is a SoCal native with a lifetime of fishing experience both inshore and offshore. Growing up in Los Angeles has given Steve the opportunity to fish for everything from Calico Bass in the Harbor to Tuna on the banks. The passion and love he has for fishing is evident from the moment you step on board. When he is not guiding clients, he is either fishing with family and friends, or talking fishing as a marketing manager for one of the largest tackle manufacturers in Southern California! Steve prides himself on his customer service and looks forward to the opportunity of showing you just that!
Steve O.
Steve O.
Captain

Charter

Rating

5.0
12 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (12)

Showing 1 – 5 of 12 reviews
  • Adam Sabel
    Adam Sabel
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Amazing Fishing Trip

    Inshore Morning Trip - 4 Hour • 2 adults

    I took my 13-year-old son on a 4-hour fishing trip with Steve. We had the absolute best time! I think we caught 9 different species including some to bring home for fish tacos. Steve was very flexible with our trip and accommodating to my to my son's questions and ideas (wanting to try different lures and bait, seeing a fish jumping a ways out and casting out to try and catch it, etc.). It made him feel like he was more involved in the fishing experience rather than just along for the ride. The boat was great, the gear was perfect and it was a day we'll be talking about for some time. I can't recommend Strategic Fishing enough. What an amazing day of fishing! Thank you.

    Reported catch:
    Bonito
    Rockfish
    Calico Bass
    Scorpionfish
    +1
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the nice review Adam! I’m glad you guys had a good time!

  • Anthony Nguyen
    Anthony Nguyen
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Thank You Captain Steve!

    Inshore Morning Trip - 2 Hour • 2 adults

    Captain Steve was very knowledgeable and attentive during our 2 hour fishing trip. He provided us with clear specific instructions on what to wear, bring and do before our excursion. It was my wife's first time fishing on a boat and she was able to catch her very first fish all own her own. We ended the day catching 9 fish and It was all thanks to Captain Steve for his tips and guidance. So if you're looking for an intimate and fun way to introduce a new fishing angler, I would HIGHLY recommend booking him!

    Reported catch:
    Bonito
    Calico Bass
    Sand Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thanks for the kind words Anthony! Im glad you guys had a good time.

  • Dusty Rios
    Dusty Rios
    Repeat angler
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Steve had us on the fish all day!

    Inshore Morning Trip - 4 Hour • 2 adults

    We had an absolutely amazing time. My son said it was his favorite day fishing ever. After quickly catching our limit of rock fish, Steve took us to catch calico bass and sand bass. In between he spotted a baby humpback jumping out of the water and we went to watch that for a while. Overall we brought home over 20 fish to eat. It was a solid day fishing. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone. He was by far the best captain we have had thus far.

    Reported catch:
    Rockfish
    Calico Bass
    Sand Bass
    Response from Captain

    thank you for the kind words! it was my pleasure!

  • Jeff Hart
    Jeff Hart
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Perfect for kids first time

    Inshore Morning Trip - 4 Hour • 2 adults • 1 child

    Pretty much my kids first time fishing. He was bugging me to take him for a long time. Totally worth it. We got lots of fish and Steve was really good with him. He kept him safe, but also taught him what to do and how to catch the fish. I would recommend anyone with families. Perfect father son fishing trip.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks for the review Jeff! Glad you and Maverick had a good time!

  • Ahmad Amaaz
    Ahmad Amaaz
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Don’t think just book.

    Inshore Morning Trip - 4 Hour • 2 adults

    Went for my sons 7th birthday. Great experience and caught a lot of fish ! Highly recommend captain Steve.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Strategic Fishing
    Strategic FishingLos Angeles, CA
    Thank You Captain Steve!
    Anthony N.
    Anthony N.
  • Strategic Fishing
    Strategic FishingLos Angeles, CA
    Amazing Fishing Trip
    Adam S.
    Adam S.
  • Strategic Fishing
    Strategic FishingLos Angeles, CA
    Steve had us on the fish all day!
    Dusty R.
    Dusty R.
  • Strategic Fishing
    Strategic FishingLos Angeles, CA
    great captain!
    Dan B.
    Dan B.
  • Strategic Fishing
    Strategic FishingLos Angeles, CA
    Captain Steve is awesome!
    Gabriel S.
    Gabriel S.
  • Strategic Fishing
    Strategic FishingLos Angeles, CA
    Top Notch Captain
    John Q.
    John Q.
  • Strategic Fishing
    Strategic FishingLos Angeles, CA
    Awesome time with Steve!
    Kristine K.
    Kristine K.
  • Strategic Fishing
    Strategic FishingLos Angeles, CA
    Steve!!!
    Nikki G.
    Nikki G.

What's biting with Strategic Fishing in Los Angeles

Many of summer's pelagic species might start to disappear at this time of year, but you can still count on Barracuda, Yellowtail, White Seabass, Halibut, and more. You may even land a Tuna here and there.

Top catches for October

Fishing reports

Angler proudly displaying a caught fish while fishing on a boat in open waters.

4hr Inshore Rockfish

Jun 14, 2026 • Los Angeles
Inshore Fishing Report – 6/13/26 Today's 4hr trips saw two anglers land a variety of rockfish, along with some bass and a shark. The bite was excellent, with the best action coming around 8am. Water conditions were calm, and fish were caught using heavy jigs, two hook rigs, and fresh dead squid. Current target species include rockfish, bass, bonita, barracudas, and a few other species. Now is a great time to get out on the water, and upcoming conditions look excellent. Open dates available: a few upcoming saturdays and sundays Book your inshore fishing charter today!
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Angler proudly displaying a caught fish while fishing from a boat in a busy harbor.

Inner Harbor bass

Apr 28, 2026 • Los Angeles
Today was not as productive due to strong winds from the west. We were able to tuck into a corner of the harbor and find a few fosh that bit the plastic. Ended the day with 8 mixed bass.
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Angler reeling in a large striped bass using a soft plastic lure in clear waters.

Inner Harbor Bass Fishing

Apr 24, 2026 • Los Angeles
We had a great day of inner harbor fishing on artificial baits. We caught a vareity of sand bass, calico bass, and spotted bay bass. We also lost 2 halibut, one pulled the hook and the other bit onto a bay bass and released it just as we were getting ready to gaff it. Over all a productive day with alot of action.
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An underwater view showing a shark swimming, with unclear visibility and no clear subject.

Rockfish, Sculpin, and a visit from a Th

Apr 12, 2026 • Los Angeles
Had a great day on the water finding limits of vermillion rockfish, a few sculpin, and had an interaction with 6’ Thesher shark. Conditions were good and we didnt have to go far, only about a 20 min boat ride.
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Angler holding a largemouth bass caught from a boat on a scenic freshwater lake.

Coastal Fishing

Apr 3, 2026 • Los Angeles
On this 4 hour charter we set out looking for some saltwater bass that would bite the artificials. We fished a few structure areas, than transitioned to fishing the beaches. All of the fish were landed using various swimbaits, slugs, and craws. Conditions were good in the morning and we ended up with a mix of Calico Bass, Sand Bass, and Sculpin.
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A young angler proudly displaying a vibrant Red Snapper while fishing on a boat, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.

Rockfish on our 2 hour charter

Jun 29, 2025 • Los Angeles
We had short boat ride in the morning and looked for some rockfish that were willing to bite. It was steady fishing and managed to catch some fish tacos. Ended the day with a few reds, some white fish, and a mix of other rockfish.
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