What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Los Angeles, California for the first time?

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Jacob Emmans
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Went fishing with Mystic Queen Sportfishing on September 7, 2024
I would highly recommend this trip for anglers fishing in LA for the first time. The crew is highly experienced and will guide you how to properly cast and reel in your catch. I have fished all over the western hemisphere and this was one of my favorite experiences.

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John Erickson
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Went fishing with ROGEZAC Sportfishing on July 2, 2024
If you are visiting/fishing from outside of the Los Angeles area, I would recommend getting a room the night before, as the traffic is very unpredictable and may cause you to miss your arrival time for fishing.

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Audra Lamb
Manteca, California
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Went fishing with LEAHKLEA Sportfishing on August 19, 2023
My experience with rogezac fishing was exceptional! I think we were on his new boat the leakleah, the lThe captain and his crew were so helpful and taught us everything as some us were fishing for the first time! they made the whole trip a pleasant and fun experience. He played the music we liked & He even fillet our fish and we had sashimi right there on the boat! I will definitely book another trip with Captain Roger

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Zheng Li
San Mateo, CA
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Went fishing with ROGEZAC Sportfishing on February 21, 2023
Summer might be the best time, since season is open for rockfish. And you can also target halibut, sheephead and bigger game fish. But even in winter (February) you can get lots of action fishing for sculpin, bass, and white fish.

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Wade Pinson
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Went fishing with Mystic Queen Sportfishing on May 20, 2025
Listen to your captain and follow all his suggestions! He knows what he is talking about ?

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Went fishing with Bowline Sportfishing on March 5, 2025
Go with: BOWLINE SPORTFISHING! Capt. Justin will put you on fish!!! -Fishinmatt Ryan

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Rudy Gonzalez
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Went fishing with Aria Sportfishing on July 13, 2024
Great for first timers, the Captain will guide and coach you through your catches. Have no fear, let the Captain do his thing

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Raymond Salvador
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Went fishing with ROGEZAC Sportfishing on June 29, 2024
Don’t miss going out on this boat or you might catch yourself saying “I knew we should’ve gone out with Captain Roger”.

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Anton Russkikh
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Went fishing with Mystic Queen Sportfishing on September 24, 2023
Layers of clothes. Process matters - keep an open mind. Bluefin is a little risky, but very satisfying.

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Chris Metcalf
Chillicothe, OH
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Went fishing with Kamryn Dawson Charters on August 2, 2023
Not a large variety of fish to catch, but we did catch fish just a lot of the same kind of species.

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Harvey Malone
Molino, FL
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Went fishing with ROGEZAC Sportfishing on July 4, 2023
be prepared for weather changes, book early as the trips fill up fast, get ready for a great trip in a very good fishery.

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Robert Brooks
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Went fishing with Kamryn Dawson Charters on July 3, 2023
Best recommendation I can give is go with a professional like TJ, this will make your trip a success

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Marcelino Hazelwood
Redondo Beach, CA
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Went fishing with Kamryn Dawson Charters on June 26, 2022
Check the weather before you go out and pick a time where the water is warmer, this will ensure you catch the types of fish you're looking for.

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Liza Barber
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Went fishing with ROGEZAC Sportfishing on September 12, 2024
Listen to the tips on how to tell it's an actual bite and not the bait fish moving.

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Michael Harden
Pasadena, California
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Went fishing with Mystic Queen Sportfishing on April 20, 2024
Book with Mystic Queen! Captain Harry and his first mate Daniel will not disappoint.

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William Fix
Los Lunas, NM
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Went fishing with LA Sportfishing on July 30, 2023
don't forget to take dromamine at least an hour before trip getting sea sick is not fun