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Craig Hanson
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Craig Hanson

San Francisco, United States
100+ reviews
Captain Craig Hanson is a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain with more than 40 years of fishing experience on San Francisco Bay and the surrounding waters. As a fourth generation San Franciscan, Craig knows the history of the area and is always happy to share stories.

Charter

Rating

4.9
249 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

95%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
91%
Caught fish

All reviews (249)

Showing 1 – 5 of 249 reviews
  • Tatum Brueckner
    Tatum Brueckner
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Trip!

    Half Day Trip - San Francisco Bay • 4 adults

    We came to San Fran for the broncos 49ers game this coming Sunday. We decided we wanted to fish while we were on vacation. I came across Captain Craigs listing and it did not disappoint! We had an amazing time and caught so many fish! Captain and crew were very knowledgeable and helpful the entire trip. Currently cooking the fish we caught this morning for dinner tonight! Highly recommend this trip!!

    Reported catch:
    Rockfish
    Response from Captain

    Hi Tatum, So glad the trip was a success. Everyone did so well catching onto the program. Enjoy the game (hope the 49ers win). I usually add a photo, but you posted the one of Jenny...I'll use it anyway! Thanks for choosing the Argo. Craig

  • Susie Ortiz
    Susie Ortiz
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    BEST fishing excursion EVER!

    Half Day Trip - San Francisco Bay • 5 adults

    If you’re looking for the ultimate day on the water, book a fishing charter on the SF Bay! 🐟 Our captain Craig knew exactly where the fish were hiding, and the crew was incredibly patient, informative, and helpful the entire time. We caught a ton of beautiful striped bass and had a blast watching the seals pop their heads up around the boat. A 10/10 experience! I highly recommend this trip to everyone!

    Reported catch:
    Striped Bass
    Response from Captain

    Susie, you and family were a joy to have aboard. So glad everyone enjoyed the experience! Thank you, Craig and Jake

  • John O'rourke
    John O'rourke
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Was an awesome day fishing on the Bay!!

    Half Day Trip - San Francisco Bay • 3 adults • 2 children

    Captain Craig and Jake were awesome. We all caught some good sized fish and we made some even more awesome fish tacos for dinner. Loved fishing under the Golden Gate bridge. Cheers!!

    Reported catch:
    Rockfish
    Leopard Shark
    Response from Captain

    Hey John, So glad you and Jack enjoyed the day. Thanks for joining us on the Argo. Craig

  • Jr Gallegos
    Jr Gallegos
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    great fishing experience!

    Half Day Trip - San Francisco Bay • 3 adults

    we had so much fun on the argo accompanied by craig and jake who were extremely kind and helpful throughout the trip. we had some great catches doing bottom rock fishing which they were well versed in. craig and jake took care of everything allowing us to fish as much as possible. it was well worth it and definitely reccomend.

    Reported catch:
    Rockfish
    Response from Captain

    HI Jorge, Thank you for coming aboard the Argo. You and your family were on it from the beginning, Ashley was especially on hot! Craig

  • Yueqing Lin
    Yueqing Lin
    us
    Hawaii, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great intro to fishing!

    Half Day Trip - Private Charter • 6 adults

    First time fishing on a boat and caught 33 rockfish with Craig and Jake. Craig navigated to spots where the fish were biting while Jake prepped the rods and bait for us. Highly recommend this team. Could not have imagined an easier, better experience for beginners.

    Reported catch:
    Rockfish
    Response from Captain

    Hi Queenie, Thank you very much for bringing your family aboard. It was a long day and everyone really hung in there to make it a success, Thanks, Craig

Real catches shared by our community

  • Argo Sportfishing
    Argo SportfishingSan Francisco, CA
    Young angler proudly displays two fish while holding a rod aboard a boat near a suspension bridge.
    John O.
    John O.
    Captain Craig and Jake were awesome. We all caught some good sized fish and we made some even more awesome fish tacos for dinner. Loved fishing under the Golden Gate bridge. Cheers!!
  • Argo Sportfishing
    Argo SportfishingSan Francisco, CA
    Angler proudly holding two large grouper on a sunny boat fishing trip.
    Megan S.
    Megan S.
  • Argo Sportfishing
    Argo SportfishingSan Francisco, CA
    Angler proudly holding a large mottled rockfish, likely a lingcod, aboard a fishing boat with another adult partially visible.
    Fish 1
    Black Rockfish
    Yueqing L.
    Yueqing L.
    First time fishing on a boat and caught 33 rockfish with Craig and Jake. Craig navigated to spots where the fish were biting while Jake prepped the rods and bait for us. Highly recommend this team. Could not have imagined an easier, better experience for beginners.
  • Argo Sportfishing
    Argo SportfishingSan Francisco, CA
    A young angler proudly displaying a large rockfish while fishing on a foggy day.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Rockfish
    Jr G.
    Jr G.
    we had so much fun on the argo accompanied by craig and jake who were extremely kind and helpful throughout the trip. we had some great catches doing bottom rock fishing which they were well versed in. craig and jake took care of everything allowing us to fish as much as possible. it was well worth it and definitely reccomend.
  • Argo Sportfishing
    Argo SportfishingSan Francisco, CA
    Adult angler proudly holding a large lingcod aboard a blue fishing boat near a rocky coastal shoreline.
    David D.
    David D.
    Capt Craig was very personable, took the time to level-set expectations and then did his absolute best to exceed them. We were given perfect instructions on how to catch our fish and they were great about finding the perfect spots that generated a lot of bites and action.
  • Argo Sportfishing
    Argo SportfishingSan Francisco, CA
    A large Grouper displayed on a fillet table aboard a fishing boat, showcasing the catch after a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Black Rockfish
    Tatum B.
    Tatum B.
    We came to San Fran for the broncos 49ers game this coming Sunday. We decided we wanted to fish while we were on vacation. I came across Captain Craigs listing and it did not disappoint! We had an amazing time and caught so many fish! Captain and crew were very knowledgeable and helpful the entire trip. Currently cooking the fish we caught this morning for dinner tonight! Highly recommend this trip!!
  • Argo Sportfishing
    Argo SportfishingSan Francisco, CA
    An angler proudly displaying two large salmon caught during a fishing trip on a boat.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Monica C.
    Monica C.
    The captain and the crew were very knowledgeable and so nice. They helped keep the lines straight and the boat steady while we reeled in the salmon. Great experience!
  • Argo Sportfishing
    Argo SportfishingSan Francisco, CA
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing from a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Coho Salmon
    Henry Y.
    Henry Y.
    the day is almost perfect. We start up early and the view was stunning. I didn’t catch a fish until the very end but the captian and first mate work very hard all the way until the end to get us a fish! It’s a wonderful experience and very educational. you all should try it out!
  • Argo Sportfishing
    Argo SportfishingSan Francisco, CA
    A family proudly displaying their catch of Salmon while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Dana N.
    Dana N.
    The captain and crew were so kind and really did everything to make sure we had a great day.
  • Argo Sportfishing
    Argo SportfishingSan Francisco, CA
    A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of striped bass on a fishing charter, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Andrea A.
    Andrea A.
    Craig and crew were great

What's biting with Argo Sportfishing in San Francisco

Salmon is closed for the season and the Striped Bass won't be biting as hard. But plenty of other fish are still around, including Halibut, Rockfish, and Lingcod. Set a few traps for Dungeness Crab on your way out.

Top catches for November