Berkeley
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US $200
Captain
Sean Stafford
Berkeley, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Captain Sean welcomes you to the gorgeous and productive waters around San Francisco Bay. Pick a day and join him for a memorable day of fishing full of fun and excitement!
Angelina S.
Business partner
Sean S.
Business partner
William A.
First mate
Charter
Rating
4.9
233 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (286)
What anglers say
95%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
All reviews (233)
Showing 1 – 5 of 233 reviews
Michael MayoRepeat angler4.7VerifiedNEWKing Salmon Catch!
PM 1/2 Day Shark ($200 Per Person) • 2 adultsThe crew of Captain Sean and Mate William were outstanding. The captain put us on the fish while William gave clear professional instructions to ensure we landed our catch. William and the capatian helped first time anglers with technique and taking the strain of reeling in these, strong fighting, large fish. Seas were rough getting out to the fishing grounds especially going under the Golden Gate Bridge. Once we reached the fishing grounds the boat continuously rocked gently in the 4’ swells while we trolled off the north coast of the bay area. Breaks in the fog revealed srunning views of the coast. If you are prone to seasickness plan accordingly and take whatever your preference is ahead of time. This was a great trip overall. once agin, thank you to the Captain and William.
Ryan Monnastes5.0VerifiedCaptain Sean & William were outstanding... Great times were had....
Full Day Halibut+Bass $275/pp • 3 adultsCaptain Sean and his deckhand, William, were absolutely outstanding. They put us on fish the entire day and were incredibly patient and helpful throughout the trip. Both are highly personable and great to talk to. I have fished with many charter captains, and it’s the crew members who have a genuine passion for what they do, and who care deeply about creating a memorable experience, that make all the difference. That is exactly what you get here. Moving forward, whenever I have the time and money, I’ll be spending it with Capt. Sean. Highly recommend!
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Response from CaptainThank you for the kind words Ryan! Hope to see you guys again soon!
Marco Vasquez Ii5.0VerifiedNEWPerfect Fishing Charter Experience
AM 1/2 day Halibut+Bass Private • 5 adultsCapt. sean and his Deck hand William were amazing and knowledgeable in their craft. Best communication throughout the entire planning/setting up processes and even more so on the big day out on the water. we will definitely be booking with Capt. sean and his crew again.
Barney Gray5.0VerifiedNEWCatch your limit fast
King Salmon 2026 final season • 3 adultsGreat experience, the Captain is knowledgeable the deck hand as well. Really good trip took my son and nephew everyone crushed it. Overall super happy we chose this charter. ☆☆☆☆☆ 👌
Carlos Fineman5.0VerifiedNEWFantastic Salmon Adventure!
Full Day Halibut+Bass $275/pp • 3 adultsSean and William were amazing! They talked us through all of the steps of fishing. They helped my group so much and also cleaned the fish before we left. We will be eating fish for months with all we caught!!
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What's biting with fishSFbay in Berkeley
October is your final chance at getting your share of the local Albacore Tuna action. If King Salmon is on your to-catch list, now is the time to go after it before the season closes for the year.
Top catches for October
Fishing reports
Wide Open Salmon Limits — Doubles & More
Oct 2, 2026 • Berkeley
Absolutely Wide Open. Doubles, triples and 5 ways today. Salmon fishing doesn’t get any better then this!!!! Easy limits for everyone aboard!!!
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Huge September Salmon — Nearly Limits
Sep 24, 2026 • Berkeley
HUGE SALMON TODAY!!! today our crew finished one Fish shy of limits, although they had the last one on the hook several times it never quite made it into the net. The grade of fish was the biggest we’ve seen all year! We love September Salmon Fishing!
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Salmon on the Bite — One Short of Limit
Sep 21, 2026 • Berkeley
Salmon on the bite again! Today our group finished one fish short of limits. The fish moved on us from the previous day but once we found them again it was game on! We had several opportunities to land that limit fish but they eluded the net. Still lots of action and great day. Salmon quota is extended and we are booking salmon trips through October!!!!
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Limits Caught Before Breakfast
Sep 19, 2026 • Berkeley
LIMITS AGAIN!!! Today’s Crew went home with limits in time for breakfast!
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Limits of Bright Ocean King Salmon
Sep 17, 2026 • Berkeley
Today we had limits again of big bright, beautiful ocean king Salmon. The quota on our season is ticking away and its time to get out there before CADFW closes our season for the year!
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Massive Shark Triples and Quads
Sep 12, 2026 • Berkeley
More Sharks then we could count!!! Today was doubles, triples, and quad hook ups all day! At least 75-100 sharks in the boat today!!
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