Captain
David King

Member since May 2017 San Francisco, United States
Background
I was born with a view of the Hudson River and grew up within walking distance from the Atlantic Ocean. I moved to the Bay Area 25 years ago and I have fished every bit of water in-between.
Techniques
On the Warrior Poet we troll for salmon, drift for halibut, jig for rock fish and ling cod, anchor for shark and sturgeon, and on special trips we will kite fish for sand dabs.

Hey, I'm Captain David King

San Francisco, United States
Background
I was born with a view of the Hudson River and grew up within walking distance from the Atlantic Ocean. I moved to the Bay Area 25 years ago and I have fished every bit of water in-between.
Techniques
On the Warrior Poet we troll for salmon, drift for halibut, jig for rock fish and ling cod, anchor for shark and sturgeon, and on special trips we will kite fish for sand dabs.
Anglers Choice
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
(450 reviews)
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San Francisco
 Last booking: 3 hours ago
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trips from US $195

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 450 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
93%
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Randy R.
Excellent
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Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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You wonโ€™t be disappointed!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 16, 2024
We had a bast!ย  Great Captain, great First Mate! We went several places in both San Pablo and San Francisco Bays and caught...
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Chris L.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Everything we hoped for

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on March 15, 2024
My two sons wanted to catch something in the bay, especially leopard shark. Weather was windy and water conditions muddy. However,...
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Henry L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on November 4, 2023
Captain and crew knowledgeable and fun. All supplied tackle worked great. Caught fish and had assistance when needed. Fish...
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Jeffrey N.
Oakland, California
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Warrior Poet's the Best Guide

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 17, 2023
Captain King was very friendly, knowledgeable, laidback, and generous in showing beginners the ropes, including my 6-year old...
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Lydia B.
Oakland, CA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half Day Halibut Hapiness!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on May 13, 2023
This was a birthday trip for our son who loves to fish. We could not have asked for a better experience! Captain Dave and his...
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