Unforgettable Sportfishing & Private Charter Experiences
Welcome to California Dawn Sportfishing
About Us
Welcome to California Dawn Sportfishing, your premier destination for unforgettable fishing adventures on the West Coast. With decades of experience, we specialize in providing top-tier fishing trips, including Bay and Ocean Potluck Fishing, Salmon Charters, Crab Combos, and Private Parties tailored to your group.
Our fleet, featuring the California Dawn and California Dawn II, is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and luxurious amenities to ensure a safe and comfortable journey. Whether you’re an avid angler or new to fishing, our dedicated crew is here to guide you, making every trip an exciting and memorable experience.
Join us on the water for world-class fishing, breathtaking views, and gourmet onboard dining prepared by our professional chefs. Let California Dawn Sportfishing turn your next outing into the adventure of a lifetime!
Our Services
Experience unforgettable adventures on the water with California Dawn Sportfishing. Whether reeling in the fish of a lifetime, celebrating on a private charter, or savoring in the breathtaking views, we provide top-tier service and exceptional fishing experiences for all.
Bay Potluck Fishing
Target species include halibut and striped bass in the San Francisco Bay.
Private Charters
Fully customizable trips for group events or specialized fishing experiences.
Ocean Potluck Fishing & Seasonal Salmon
Focused on catching rockfish, lingcod, and seasonal salmon in coastal waters.
Rockfish & Crab Combos
Combines fishing with Dungeness crab harvesting for a multi-species experience.
Hop Aboard the Dawn Fleet!
California Dawn
A 50-foot fiberglass sport fishing vessel equipped with twin diesel engines, advanced marine electronics, scanning sonar, a heated cabin, and a full galley.
California Dawn II
A 55-foot catamaran featuring twin Caterpillar engines, spacious pontoons, and a large cabin with a full galley, designed for enhanced comfort and capacity.
Latest Reports
The weather was flat calm and the rockfish and lings were on the bite.
Tomorrow we are offering open the rockfish to the islands on New California Dawn and open load salmon on California Dawn 2
Final count
California Dawn 2
50 ling cod (limits) to 20 pounds
280 rockfish (limits)
230 sand dabs
New California Dawn
160 rockfish (limits)
19 ling cod to 20 pounds
160 sand dabs
For reservation (510)4175557 or reserve online
Salmon remains a fish per rod or better. Island rockfish is wide open and we’re seeing a fish Per rod to limits on lings.
Final count
California Dawn 2
22 salmon to 25 pounds
2 Bonita
New California Dawn
22 limits of rockfish (220)
25 ling cod
For reservations
(510)4175557 or reserve online
Final count
California Dawn 2
27 salmon to 25 pounds
5 Bonita for 18
New California Dawn
11 limits of rockfish
3 halibut to 12 pounds
For reservations
(510)4175557 or reserve online
Testimonials
Resources
CDFW – California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Sep’s Outdoors – Bringing you the best in outdoor information.
Capt Steve’s Lodge – Kenai Peninsula’s premiere fishing experience.
Sportfishing Report – Bringing West Coast fishing reports to you.
Fish Sniffer – The Magazine for West Coast Sportsmen.
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