SpeciesBlack Sea BassCalifornia

Black Sea Bass Fishing Charters
in California

17 captains in California target Black Sea Bass. No booking commissions — contact directly.

Best months:MayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctober

Black Sea Bass Charters in California

17 charters found

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freshwaterinshore

Berkeley, CA

Golden State Sportfishing

Capt. Charter Information

striped basssalmonhalibut+3 more

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offshoreinshore

Dana Point, CA

Left Coast Sportfishing Dana Point

mahi mahihalibutbluefin tuna+1 more

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freshwater

San Francisco, CA

GATECRASHER FISHING ADVENTURES

Capt. Zack

salmonhalibutblack sea bass+1 more

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offshorefreshwater

Long Beach, CA

Salty Pleasure Boating

black sea bass

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tournament

San Diego, CA

Patriot Sportfishing

Capt. Trevor

mahi mahimarlinhalibut+3 more

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offshorefreshwater

Newport Beach, CA

AllWater Fishing Charters, Newport Beach

Capt. Ben Florentino

mahi mahimarlinhalibut+4 more

From $350

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inshore

Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara Boat Charters

Capt. Garrick

black sea bassyellowtailshark

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freshwater

Morro Bay, CA

Bent Rod Sportfishing

salmonhalibutblack sea bass+1 more

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freshwater

Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz Coastal Charters

salmonhalibutblack sea bass+2 more

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offshoreinshore

San Diego, CA

Silva Scales n Tales Sportfishing llc

Capt. Mike

black sea bass

From $675

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nearshoreoffshore

Dana Point, CA

Dana Point Sportfishing

mahi mahihalibutblack sea bass

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inshoredeep sea

San Diego, CA

Coletta Sportfishing

Capt. Chris

halibutblack sea bassrockfish

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offshore

Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara Sea Charters

Capt. Jim

black sea bass

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nearshoreoffshore

San Diego, CA

Brothers Sport Fishing

Capt. Travis

mahi mahimarlinhalibut+3 more

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offshorefly fishing

Long Beach, CA

Nemocharters

black sea bass

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nearshoreoffshore

San Diego, CA

Coast to Coast Sport Fishing LLC

mahi mahimarlinhalibut+3 more

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nearshoreoffshore

San Diego, CA

Same day San Diego Fishing Charter & Guide | Captain Clowers

Capt. Clowers

mahi mahimarlinsalmon+7 more

From $950

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Black Sea Bass Fishing in California

California is one of the top destinations for Black Sea Bass fishing on the Pacific coast. Reef and wreck bottom fish prized for its firm, sweet fillets, making California's waters an ideal habitat during peak season.

Best Time to Go: May, June, July, August, September, October typically offer the best Black Sea Bass fishing in California. Water temperature, tidal patterns, and baitfish movements all peak during these months.

What to Expect: Most California charter trips targeting Black Sea Bass run 4–8 hours and include all tackle, bait, and fishing licenses. Bring sunscreen, snacks, and a cooler for your catch. Captains on Unreel are not charged commissions, so 100% of your payment goes to the captain.