Fishing Guides in San Francisco, California
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GATECRASHER FISHING ADVENTURES
Come join www.gatecrasherfishing.com for an epic guided saltwater fishing experience for Salmon, Halibut, Striped Bass, Shark, Sturgeon, Ling Cod, Rock Cod, Crab.
Chuckys Pride Sport Fishing
"Chucky’s Pride” is one of the most beautiful sportfishing vessel located at world’s renowned San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf. The “Chucky’s Pride” offers full service charters for private groups for all occasions on the San Francisco Bay
Unforgettable Fishing Adventures
Unforgettable Fishing in the San Francisco Bay and Outside the Golden Gate. Fishing for King Salmon, Halibut, Striped Bass, Dungeness crab, Ling Cod, Rockfish and Sharks. Experience a world class Fishery with views of the Iconic Golden Gate Bridge and located in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco, California.
Argo Sportfishing
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SF Bravo Adventures LLC
SF Bravo Adventures is your ticket to the San Francisco Bay with the best crew and boats for all of your bucket list adventures. Bring the family! Book Now!
Hook'd Up Sportfishing
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Lovely Martha Sportfishing
Flash Sport Fishing Charters
Flash Fishing offers guided deep sea fishing charters & trips in the San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate bridge area. Call us today to book your trip!
San Francisco Fishing Charters
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Warrior Poet Sportfishing
Come out on the Warrior Poet for full and half day fishing charters on the San Francisco Bay and beyond the Golden Gate, departing from Fisherman's Wharf. Fishing Charters for rock fish, sturgeon, stripers, salmon, shark, Dungeness crab, tuna, ling cod, halibut on the San Francisco Bay and beyond the Golden Gate.
What's Biting in San Francisco
25 species reported in the San Francisco area. Here's when they're most active throughout the year.
Month-by-Month Fishing in San Francisco, CA
Fishing in San Francisco in January
2 species are active in and around San Francisco in January: Pacific Cod, Dover Sole. Book one of San Francisco's 16 local guides to target them.
Fishing in San Francisco in February
2 species are active in and around San Francisco in February: Pacific Cod, Dover Sole. Book one of San Francisco's 16 local guides to target them.
Fishing in San Francisco in March
7 species are active in and around San Francisco in March: Pacific Cod, Vermilion Rockfish, Copper Rockfish, Cabezon, Kelp Greenling, Rockfish, Dover Sole. Book one of San Francisco's 16 local guides to target them.
Fishing in San Francisco in April
8 species are active in and around San Francisco in April: Pacific Cod, Vermilion Rockfish, Copper Rockfish, White Sturgeon, Cabezon, Kelp Greenling, Rockfish, Dover Sole. Book one of San Francisco's 16 local guides to target them.
Fishing in San Francisco in May
7 species are active in and around San Francisco in May: Vermilion Rockfish, Copper Rockfish, White Sturgeon, Cabezon, Kelp Greenling, Rockfish, Dover Sole. Book one of San Francisco's 16 local guides to target them.
Fishing in San Francisco in June
7 species are active in and around San Francisco in June: Vermilion Rockfish, Copper Rockfish, White Sturgeon, Cabezon, Kelp Greenling, Rockfish, Dover Sole. Book one of San Francisco's 16 local guides to target them.
Fishing in San Francisco in July
6 species are active in and around San Francisco in July: Vermilion Rockfish, Copper Rockfish, White Sturgeon, Cabezon, Kelp Greenling, Rockfish. Book one of San Francisco's 16 local guides to target them.
Fishing in San Francisco in August
5 species are active in and around San Francisco in August: Vermilion Rockfish, Copper Rockfish, Cabezon, Kelp Greenling, Rockfish. Book one of San Francisco's 16 local guides to target them.
Fishing in San Francisco in September
1 species is active in and around San Francisco in September: Dover Sole. Book one of San Francisco's 16 local guides to target them.
Fishing in San Francisco in October
2 species are active in and around San Francisco in October: Pacific Cod, Dover Sole. Book one of San Francisco's 16 local guides to target them.
Fishing in San Francisco in November
1 species is active in and around San Francisco in November: Pacific Cod. Book one of San Francisco's 16 local guides to target them.
Fishing in San Francisco in December
2 species are active in and around San Francisco in December: Pacific Cod, Dover Sole. Book one of San Francisco's 16 local guides to target them.
Fishing in San Francisco
San Francisco, California offers various, saltwater, brackish fishing with 25 species reported in the area and 16 local guides ready to take you out. The best months to fish are April, March, May, June.
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What You Can Catch in San Francisco
Striped Bass
Chasing Stripers in the shadow of the Golden Gate is a unique experience. San Francisco Bay offers diverse habitat, from rocky shorelines to tidal flats, all holding Stripers at different times.
Full striped bass guide for San Francisco →Bocaccio
While San Francisco Bay isn't always the first place that comes to mind for rockfish, Bocaccio can be found in deeper parts of the bay and along the coast. The key to success lies in targeting specific areas and using the right techniques.
Full bocaccio guide for San Francisco →Black Rockfish
San Francisco's rugged coastline and access to the Pacific Ocean make it a prime location for Black Rockfish. While the city itself might seem urban, just a short boat ride can put you on top of productive fishing grounds.
Full black rockfish guide for San Francisco →Rockfish
San Francisco's diverse coastline offers incredible Rockfish opportunities. Success hinges on adapting to the Bay Area's unique conditions.
Full rockfish guide for San Francisco →More Species in San Francisco
Fisheries near San Francisco
The waters local charters actually fish — each page lists guides, access towns, and top species.
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Plan a Trip to San Francisco
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Types of Fishing in San Francisco
Inshore
5 guides available
Freshwater
1 guides available
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