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July

Mahi Mahi appear for the blink of an eye in July. In some years, you may be able to find Albacore Tuna when you travel out far enough. Of course, there’s still plenty to keep you busy close to shore. 

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What anglers said about fishing in Southern California

We spent 4 hours and caught a bunch of fish and a variety of different fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We spent 4 hours and caught a bunch of fish and a variety of different fish.
Fin Runner Sportfishing Charters
Fin Runner Sportfishing Charters
Be ready to be hooked on and make great memories! You're going to love this!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be ready to be hooked on and make great memories! You're going to love this!
Captain Jack's Sportfishing
Captain Jack's Sportfishing
Talk to captain Brian and he will let you know what to take for seasickness. We had on the patch and it worked for two of us but not the other two. Bring warm clothes it’s chilly in the morning.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Talk to captain Brian and he will let you know what to take for seasickness. We had on the patch and it worked for two of us but not the other two. Bring warm clothes it’s chilly in the morning.
Fin Runner Sportfishing Charters
Fin Runner Sportfishing Charters
Bring warm clothes, it may be sunny inland but cold and damp just out on the water.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring warm clothes, it may be sunny inland but cold and damp just out on the water.
SD Slot Machine Charter
SD Slot Machine Charter
It is a great fishing area. Fish are plentiful and depending on the water and conditions you target most of them.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
It is a great fishing area. Fish are plentiful and depending on the water and conditions you target most of them.
Good Times Sportfishing
Good Times Sportfishing
Consider the time of year and what you’re wanting to catch for your first time.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Consider the time of year and what you’re wanting to catch for your first time.
Awol Sportfishing
Awol Sportfishing
I would recommend choosing No PatienceS. Sports Fishing… He can accommodate beginners up to experienced fisherman! Our four hour trip was perfect for our family!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would recommend choosing No PatienceS. Sports Fishing… He can accommodate beginners up to experienced fisherman! Our four hour trip was perfect for our family!
No Patience Sportfishing
No Patience Sportfishing
Talk with your captain about the details of your trip ahead of time to make sure your expectations align with what is being offered.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Talk with your captain about the details of your trip ahead of time to make sure your expectations align with what is being offered.
Reel Deep Sportfishing
Reel Deep Sportfishing
We came during a perfect weekend regarding weather. Low 80s and sunny. Calm waves. Couldn't ask for a better time
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We came during a perfect weekend regarding weather. Low 80s and sunny. Calm waves. Couldn't ask for a better time
Mystic Queen Sportfishing
Mystic Queen Sportfishing
Be ready to have the best trip ever! Our crew took amazing care of us from start to finish! They had everything planned to the smallest details!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be ready to have the best trip ever! Our crew took amazing care of us from start to finish! They had everything planned to the smallest details!
Hola Cappy Charters
Hola Cappy Charters
Go when its hot, This June was colder than I expected.The next time I come to San Diego fishing it will be back in August or sept..
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Go when its hot, This June was colder than I expected.The next time I come to San Diego fishing it will be back in August or sept..
The Limit
The Limit
They were so strict abouyt the sizes of the fishes which made us happy. We released the small size fishes
Excellent
5.0 / 5
They were so strict abouyt the sizes of the fishes which made us happy. We released the small size fishes
Mystic Queen Sportfishing
Mystic Queen Sportfishing
You have to reach out to this charter company! They know where to go and catch good fish! The experience is second to none! Amazing crew! I will definitely do this again! We are beyond happy!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
You have to reach out to this charter company! They know where to go and catch good fish! The experience is second to none! Amazing crew! I will definitely do this again! We are beyond happy!
Kamryn Dawson Charters
Kamryn Dawson Charters
The bigger fish seem to run later, so next time I will likely book later in the summer.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The bigger fish seem to run later, so next time I will likely book later in the summer.
Silva Scales n' Tales Sportfishing
Silva Scales n' Tales Sportfishing
Don’t forget to get a license at the big 5 sporting good store. Dress for cooler weather than expected.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Don’t forget to get a license at the big 5 sporting good store. Dress for cooler weather than expected.
Nemo Charters – Weekday Trips
Nemo Charters – Weekday Trips
If you are a novice or not familiar with fish species during your planned trip (time of year), do your research.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
If you are a novice or not familiar with fish species during your planned trip (time of year), do your research.
Dana Point Custom Fishing Charters
Dana Point Custom Fishing Charters
The water is a little rough but we prepared with dramamine. The trip was worth every minute.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The water is a little rough but we prepared with dramamine. The trip was worth every minute.
Brothers Sport Fishing – 23 Parker
Brothers Sport Fishing – 23 Parker
Listen to your captain and follow all his suggestions! He knows what he is talking about ?
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Listen to your captain and follow all his suggestions! He knows what he is talking about ?
Mystic Queen Sportfishing
Mystic Queen Sportfishing
First time fishing I’d recommend wearing clothes with zippers to secure all belongings. 300 horsepower boat your hat will fly off ! Wear secure hats and glasses and anticipate dressing for the weather seriously
Excellent
5.0 / 5
First time fishing I’d recommend wearing clothes with zippers to secure all belongings. 300 horsepower boat your hat will fly off ! Wear secure hats and glasses and anticipate dressing for the weather seriously
Reel Deep Sportfishing
Reel Deep Sportfishing
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