What would you recommend to anglers fishing in San Diego, California for the first time?

We volume fished for Rockfish. Not a lot of fight but a lot of catch. We were pulling fish out after most of the casts. This gave those in our group that didn’t fish a chance to partake in the experience by preparing/ eating catch. Other fish may give more fight but fewer catches. Angler’s choice.

You can expect lots of fun, our guide was great in terms of teaching us fishing tips and fish life/ behavior. I wouldn’t expect monster catches in a costal foshing in January, but instead good catches that will let you bring a few punds of fish for consumption and a truckload of fun.

Be patient, be adaptable, follow TC's lead, ask questions, above all relax and have fun. Development of angling skills takes time. It's not an overnight success. If you are serious, jot down notes if you need to.

It is a good idea to communicate with your captain ahead of your charter to ensure you have the same expectations of the targeted fish. It seems from other reviews that most captains are personable and enjoy sharing their love of fishing. It's just important to make your expectations clear ahead of time.

Chris will put you on the fish. Wow what a Great trip. The ErinAnne II is tip-top, the gear is all first rate. The crew was awesome, doing everything they could to make sure we had everything we needed for a fantastic day. We’re already planning our next trip!

This boat was fantastic for first time fisherman Gavin was on top of everything and took care of us. We can’t wait to come back.

I don’t know much about it but we had a ton of fun and saw some tuna but they just weren’t biting

It was perfect for catching a variety of 10 to 20 inch fish, my first time fishing off shore in 20 years

If you have never been on a boat follow the Captain’s recommendation about motion sickness prevention. Tons of different fish species to catch.

Action was good but not being able to keep Rockfish in October caught inshore is kind of bummer. But this charter did well to put us on keeper fish (whitefish) so still fun!

Be ready for a good fight fishing in San Diego. The captain and staff are very friendly attentive and have great communication on teaching and giving you tips to land the fish or multiple fish.

Go with a charter - the secret to fishing is to fish where the fish are and these folks know where the fish are!

Definitely splurge on a charter. With just four guests, the crew was able to help us all individually. It was great fun!

Get clarification on what is bitting 8 hours trip is actually 4 hours of fishing If you are experiencing fisherman bring some of your own gear

It’s cooler than expected this time of year. Dress in layers. Need Mexican and US fishing license. Bring passport in case fishing around Coronado islands.

Know what fish are out there before going. We were unaware of Rockfish and that was pretty much all that was biting.

If you have flexibility in your dates, reach out to the Captain for recommendations on when to book.

In December, fishing is weather dependent. Be prepared for a variety of conditions and dress accordingly.

Grind at finding fish and you will get on fish. Less boats out this time of the year which is awesome!

San Diego is a very beautiful city to begin with and add fishing the area is breath taking!!! Highly recommend fishing in San Diego area.

Book a larger boat than what this provides. Rods provided were cheap. Caught nothing in first 2 hours. Boat was so small it was hard to even stand in the chop. Wasted 910 dollars.

Speak with your captain prior to departure. Bring extra food and drinks if desired Make sure to check the weather to prepare properly

Don't know why, but the captain only took cash, pain to walk around with that much. Taking credit cards would be nice.

Don’t hesitate to book with Pelican Sport fishing, you will not regret it. Captain Shaun will make sure you have a great time.

Tuna fishing down here can always be a hit or miss, avoid those days after a full moon and you should be able to get on them.

Captain Russ with Seaworthy Charters was fantastic for our first fishing trip in San Diego. Highly recommended! Professional, friendly and all around good guy. We had a great day on the water!

There are a lot of options to choose from something for everyone. Check out all the sites and compare.

The water is a bit murky from the red tide this time of year but the fishing was still lots of fun, especially around the wrecks. Dress warm, 60's on the water can be cool.

Dont always just book with the cheapest charter, look to see if theg have good quaility gear for you to use, reliable boat and knowledgeable of the area.

First time for us so really don't have any advice other than charter with someone who fishes for a living and knows the spots!