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
We are making lots of progress with the “New California Dawn”
This week we got a fresh generator to meet our power needs. The Southern California sun has helped with all of the fiberglass work as well as paint. I’m hoping to start putting the cabin back together as early as week from now. Everything has been pulled to get replaced or refurbished. With a yacht like interior upon completion of the project. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue the work from San Pedro.
Today I purchased the “Legacy” from my good friend Ken Stagnero of Stagnero Charters. Now the “New California Dawn”. Me and Captain Mike Fernandez are currently on our way down to Southern California to give the boat a new look. The boat is a 56” Westport. It’s a beautiful hull design. This is my third boat with SouthernCalifornia inspiration. Stay tuned for updates from the build. I do plan on having the boat back to Berkeley for summertime fishing. She will sure be a stand out
,first class looking boat complete with a full galley and large capacity bait tank.and a compliment of new electronics. Thanks for following and making this all possible for us and hope to see you all at the ISE show this next week starting on Thursday.
I’ll be sure to post up some video of the boat tomorrow.
Capt James
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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