Charter Operator
RockenReel Sportfishing

Member since June 2019 Dana Point, United States
Background
I am a Southern California native and have been an avid angler since the age of 3. Dana Point is rated one of the best fishing spots in Southern California, with only about a 5-minute voyage to get out of the harbor and into the fishing spots. When I had boats in Huntington and Newport, it took me almost an hour to get out of the harbor. I own a fast boat in a small harbor which means more fishing time for you. I purchased a couple of boats and bought a house across the street to follow my dream job – fishing!
Techniques
Fly line, Troll, Bottom and Drift

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Dana Point, United States
Background
I am a Southern California native and have been an avid angler since the age of 3. Dana Point is rated one of the best fishing spots in Southern California, with only about a 5-minute voyage to get out of the harbor and into the fishing spots. When I had boats in Huntington and Newport, it took me almost an hour to get out of the harbor. I own a fast boat in a small harbor which means more fishing time for you. I purchased a couple of boats and bought a house across the street to follow my dream job – fishing!
Techniques
Fly line, Troll, Bottom and Drift

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(359 reviews)
Dana Point
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Trips from US $695
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(57 reviews)
Dana Point
 Last booking: 4 days ago
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Trips from US $895
Dana Point
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Trips from US $895
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(1 review)
Dana Point
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Trips from US $895

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 417 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Great trip, great day, my 5 year old grandson loved it!
Great trip, great day, my 5 year old grandson loved it!
Great trip, great day, my 5 year old grandson loved it!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
77%
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Kevin M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Time!

VERIFIED   NEW  3 HOUR FISH / SHARK SEXY SCARAB - 10:00 AM on March 23, 2026
Captain Steve and First Mate Caden did everything right.ย  From pre-trip communication to invoicing, Captain Steve provided...
Kevin M. recommends RockenReel Sportfishing โ€“ 35' Scarab "SEXY"
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Bryant J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Life Long Memories With My Dad

VERIFIED   2 HOUR 10am-12noon FISH/SHARK COMBO on November 11, 2025
Captain Steve and his crew Thor were awesome. i wasnโ€™t sure what to expect other than catching something isnโ€™t always guaranteed....
Bryant J. recommends RockenReel Sportfishing โ€“ 35' Scarab "SEXY"
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Roberto P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip, great day, my 5 year old grandson loved it!

VERIFIED   NEW  6 HR FISH / SHARK TOURNAMENT FISHER - 12:00 PM on April 4, 2026
Captain Steve and deck hand Patrick made a beautiful Dana Point day even better. They both worked very hard, kept us entertained...
Roberto P. recommends RockenReel Sportfishingโ€“36' Tournament Fisher
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Jason W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect day for fishing.

VERIFIED   5 HOUR 6am-11am FISH / SHARK SLAYER on August 22, 2025
We canโ€™t say enough good things about our trip with Captain Noah and Thor. We got off to a great start with a cal from Captain...
Jason W. recommends RockenReel Sportfishing โ€“ 35' Scarab "SEXY"
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Carr C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

August fishing trip

VERIFIED   3 HOUR 8am-11am FISH/SHARK COMBO on August 3, 2025
Great fishing tripโ€ฆ. Last minute booking with for me and my 12 yr old son, 3 hour trip was a good amount of time.ย  We caught...
Carr C. recommends RockenReel Sportfishing โ€“ 35' Scarab "SEXY"
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