Northern California Fishing Charters Bodega Bay, SF Bay, California Delta
From Delta striped bass to offshore tuna, we offer trips tailored to each fishery - including combo trips like rockfish and crab. Explore our options below, compare pricing, and choose between per-person or private charters.
Delta Striped Bass
Target striped bass on our 21ft Stratos Pro XL in the California Delta. We fish with swimbaits, swim jigs, topwater, and glidebaits. Trips are offered year round. Peak times are Spring and Fall.
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Minimum of 2 anglers (boat price covers up to 2 anglers)
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$600 total (boat price) or $300 per person for 6 - 8 hours.
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Morning and evening trips are available.
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Sunrise/Sunset times will dictate start/end times
California Halibut
Fish for halibut aboard our 24ft Wellcraft. We troll, drift live baits, and jig artificials to target halibut in SF Bay and Bodega Bay. Great for families and groups seeking exciting inshore action. Trips are offered March - September. Peak months are May - July.
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$275/person up to 4 anglers
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Private Charter: $1100 up to 4 anglers
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Trips are typically 6-8 hours - Most trips depart at sunrise
Rockfish/Lingcod (Coastal)
Coastal rockfish trips focus on shallow reefs and structure from Bodega Bay to Half Moon Bay. We work jigs for a mix of rockfish species and will use live baits when it’s time to draw out the biggest bites. Trips are offered April - December.
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$300/person up to 4 anglers
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Private Charter: $1200 up to 4 anglers
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Trips are typically 6-8 hours - Most trips depart at sunrise
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These trips are weather dependent
Rockfish/Lingcod (Offshore)
Offshore runs target larger lingcod and rockfish beyond the coastal grounds. Expect longer runs, deep water, and premium fish. We’ll fish deep water using heavy jigs and supplement with live bait to entice the big bites. Trips are offered April - December.
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$350/person up to 4 anglers
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Private Charter: $1400 up to 4 anglers
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Trips are typically 6-8 hours - Most trips depart at sunrise
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These trips are weather dependent
Tuna (Bluefin/Albacore/Big Eye)
Chase pelagic giants aboard our offshore Wellcraft. We troll for bluefin and albacore tuna with various lures. Opportunity for casting topwater and vertical jigging may happen. Trips are seasonal, typically July - November.
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$500/person up to 4 anglers
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Private Charter: $2000 up to 4 anglers
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Trips are typically 6-8 hours, sometimes 10+ hours - Most trips depart at sunrise
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Tuna trips are weather-dependent and may take priority over other bookings. If conditions allow, booked clients can upgrade, or spots will be offered to our Tuna Waiting List.
Dungeness Crab
Pot-pulling trips for Dungeness crab right out side of San Francisco and Bodega Bay. Fun, hands-on experience perfect for families. Trips are seasonal, typically November - June. Peak months are November - January.
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$200/person up to 5 anglers
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Private Charter: $1000 up to 5 anglers
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Trips are typically 6-8 hours
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These trips are weather dependent
Sand Dabs
Ever tried a sand dab? They are delicious! Easy day on the water, lots of action for first timers and families. Trips are year round.
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$250/person up to 4 anglers
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Private Charter: $1000 up to 4 anglers
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Trips are typically 6-8 hours
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These trips are weather dependent
Combo Trips
Various Combo trips available throughout the year.
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Tuna/Crab combo (November) $600/Person or Private Charter $2400 up to 4 anglers
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Rockfish/Crab Combo (November/December) $325/Person or Private Charter $1300 up to 4 anglers
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Sand Dabs/Crab Combo (November - June) $300/Person or $1200 Private Charter up to 4 anglers
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Halibut/Rockfish Combo (June-September) $350/Person or $1400 Private Charter up to 4 anglers
Additional Trips/Information
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Black Cod/Petrale Sole $350/Person or $1400 Private Charter
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We are happy to customize trips to your goals, whether you want to focus on jigging for halibut or refine your glidebait techniques. These specialized experiences are best booked as private charters, giving us the flexibility to teach and tailor the day to you.