Captain
Craig Hanson

Member since December 2016 San Francisco, United States
Background
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.
Techniques
The captain uses whatever technique necessary to be successful. Styles vary from light tackle rockfish and lingcod to hardcore salmon trolling.

Hey, I'm Captain Craig Hanson

San Francisco, United States
Background
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.
Techniques
The captain uses whatever technique necessary to be successful. Styles vary from light tackle rockfish and lingcod to hardcore salmon trolling.
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Argo Sportfishing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(221 reviews)
San Francisco
Trips from US $195

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 221 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (296)
Incredible Day on the Water
Incredible Day on the Water
Limits of bass and a bonus halibut
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
90%
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Leo Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great fishing experience!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - San Francisco Bay on November 30, 2024
Craig and Jake are super friendly and made the entire trip enjoyable. They were knowledgeable, patient, and ensured we had...
Leo Y. recommends Argo Sportfishing
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Serge O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Craig

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on September 27, 2025
Serge O. recommends Argo Sportfishing
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Alfonso A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Had a blast!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on August 30, 2025
Alfonso A. recommends Argo Sportfishing
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Kenneth S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

All good

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - San Francisco Bay on August 9, 2025
Kenneth S. recommends Argo Sportfishing
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Craig N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Craig

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Private Charter on July 14, 2025
Craig N. recommends Argo Sportfishing
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