Captain
William Smith

Member since November 2014 Half Moon Bay, United States
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Captain William Smith welcomes you for a fun and exciting fishing adventure out of Half Moon Bay. Fish near or far off the coast and enjoy beautiful nature.

Hey, I'm Captain William Smith

Half Moon Bay, United States
Background
Captain William Smith welcomes you for a fun and exciting fishing adventure out of Half Moon Bay. Fish near or far off the coast and enjoy beautiful nature.
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William S.
Captain
Lee G.
First mate

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Riptide Charters

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(35 reviews)
Half Moon Bay
Trips from US $170

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 35 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Fishing with William
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
75%
Friendly captain
91%
Recommend this charter
86%
Appropriate for children
67%
Satisfied with the boat
91%
Caught fish
97%
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Kat A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Soooo many fish!

VERIFIED   Full Day โ€“ Rockfish Weekday Shared on July 20, 2024
My partner and I went on this trip for his birthday as beginner ocean fishers (only our second time on an ocean charter). We...
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Haolin H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Consistent Rockfishing as always

VERIFIED   Full Day โ€“ Rockfish Weekday Shared on April 6, 2025
Almost everyone caught their rockfish limits, and the crew took proactive measures to help anglers on board. Great trip!
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Joel A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A great day!

VERIFIED   Full Day โ€“ Rockfish Weekend Shared on September 28, 2024
This captain is extremely knowledgeable! This is where you find a productive team to put you on the fish! We had a limit before...
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Scott J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Memory Filled Event

VERIFIED   Full Day โ€“ Rockfish Weekday Shared on October 19, 2024
I took 5 grandsons on this 1800 mile round trip and the fishing trip was great. Staff were so helpful and attentive to my young...
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Philip I.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome trip

VERIFIED   Full Day โ€“ Rockfish Weekday Shared on June 28, 2024
Caught lots of fish! Excellent time out. Saw a couple whales too! For those who get seasick, be prepared. Waters...
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