Fresh Catalina Island Fishing Reports

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May

Average temperatures are creeping up to the mid 60s, and the first of the summer’s big game fish are already giving anglers a run for their money. Come catch mega Sharks, Barracuda, and more!

Fresh Fishing Reports from Catalina Island

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What anglers said about fishing in Catalina Island

Always bring a cooler with ice for your fish. Bring sun block and a jacket. Dress in layers it can get cold and hot in the same day. We went in the morning.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Always bring a cooler with ice for your fish. Bring sun block and a jacket. Dress in layers it can get cold and hot in the same day. We went in the morning.
Dana Point Custom Fishing Charters
Dana Point Custom Fishing Charters
If you visit in March dress appropriately! Although it was a sunny day the winds are cold and high! I made my 3 sons were thermals and they were completely fine with the temperature!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you visit in March dress appropriately! Although it was a sunny day the winds are cold and high! I made my 3 sons were thermals and they were completely fine with the temperature!
Nemo Charters – Weekday Trips
Nemo Charters – Weekday Trips
Listen to the tips on how to tell it's an actual bite and not the bait fish moving.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Listen to the tips on how to tell it's an actual bite and not the bait fish moving.
ROGEZAC Sportfishing
ROGEZAC Sportfishing
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.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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.
Mystic Queen Sportfishing
Mystic Queen Sportfishing
Wear sunscreen, surf shirts even if hot, bring snacks. Wear swim suit under clothes if you need a quick dip in the ocean and towels
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Wear sunscreen, surf shirts even if hot, bring snacks. Wear swim suit under clothes if you need a quick dip in the ocean and towels
Avalon Anglers
Avalon Anglers
Martin is a excellent skipper and knows how to fish I would recommend him to anyone fishing in and around Catalina.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Martin is a excellent skipper and knows how to fish I would recommend him to anyone fishing in and around Catalina.
Avalon Anglers
Avalon Anglers
Great for first timers, the Captain will guide and coach you through your catches. Have no fear, let the Captain do his thing
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great for first timers, the Captain will guide and coach you through your catches. Have no fear, let the Captain do his thing
Aria Sportfishing
Aria Sportfishing
We didn't fish Long Beach - we went to Catalina Island, and it was awesome. We had fish on the entire time!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We didn't fish Long Beach - we went to Catalina Island, and it was awesome. We had fish on the entire time!
All Harbors Charter – Long Beach
All Harbors Charter – Long Beach
Don’t keep setting hooks a lot of people missed fish because they drop down pole and pull up which gives fish a chances to get off.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Don’t keep setting hooks a lot of people missed fish because they drop down pole and pull up which gives fish a chances to get off.
Western Pride – Summer Season
Western Pride – Summer Season
Bring a small (2-3 gallon) cooler with ice and drinks and also to keep your fish fresh on the way home. They also sell drinks and food.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring a small (2-3 gallon) cooler with ice and drinks and also to keep your fish fresh on the way home. They also sell drinks and food.
Western Pride – Summer Season
Western Pride – Summer Season
The boat is good and the captain is professional,,, we catch a lot of fish,, thank you captain!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The boat is good and the captain is professional,,, we catch a lot of fish,, thank you captain!!
Sealutions Sportfishing LLC, Newport Beach
Sealutions Sportfishing LLC, Newport Beach
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.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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.
ROGEZAC Sportfishing
ROGEZAC Sportfishing
Don’t miss going out on this boat or you might catch yourself saying “I knew we should’ve gone out with Captain Roger”.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Don’t miss going out on this boat or you might catch yourself saying “I knew we should’ve gone out with Captain Roger”.
ROGEZAC Sportfishing
ROGEZAC Sportfishing
Cloudy in morning but cleared up and got some sun. Cooler than expected out on the water, bring a sweater!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Cloudy in morning but cleared up and got some sun. Cooler than expected out on the water, bring a sweater!
RockenReel Sportfishing - 47' Jersey
RockenReel Sportfishing - 47' Jersey
Get with a local, like captain Matt on the Sea Esta, who knows the ins and outs of the area.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Get with a local, like captain Matt on the Sea Esta, who knows the ins and outs of the area.
Sea Esta Sportfishing
Sea Esta Sportfishing
Book with Mystic Queen! Captain Harry and his first mate Daniel will not disappoint.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book with Mystic Queen! Captain Harry and his first mate Daniel will not disappoint.
Mystic Queen Sportfishing
Mystic Queen Sportfishing Pasadena, California
Dana Point is a beautiful harbor, short ride to get to the fishing grounds and plenty of action! Highly recommend these guys
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Dana Point is a beautiful harbor, short ride to get to the fishing grounds and plenty of action! Highly recommend these guys
Pacific Mistress Sportfishing
Pacific Mistress Sportfishing Laguna Niguel, California
Plan on at least 4 hrs and patience and persistence! The Captain make the trip- catching fish is a bonus! Enjoy the ride!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Plan on at least 4 hrs and patience and persistence! The Captain make the trip- catching fish is a bonus! Enjoy the ride!
Nemo Charters - Weekend Trips
Nemo Charters - Weekend Trips
Be flexible and listen to your captain/guide. If you want to target a specific species you. A but run the risk of not catching anything. The captain will know what is and is not biting. If they make a suggestion I would listen because they want to put you in position to catch some fish and have some fun. So talk to them and make a game plan before your trip and take their advice into consideration and you will make some great memories just like I did!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be flexible and listen to your captain/guide. If you want to target a specific species you. A but run the risk of not catching anything. The captain will know what is and is not biting. If they make a suggestion I would listen because they want to put you in position to catch some fish and have some fun. So talk to them and make a game plan before your trip and take their advice into consideration and you will make some great memories just like I did!!!
Ez Sportfishing
Ez Sportfishing
Don't hesitate to ask Matt any questions you've got, but don't have unrealistic expectations. Sometimes the fish don't bite, but most of the time they bite a whole lot!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Don't hesitate to ask Matt any questions you've got, but don't have unrealistic expectations. Sometimes the fish don't bite, but most of the time they bite a whole lot!
Sea Esta Sportfishing
Sea Esta Sportfishing