4 San Diego Fishing Charters That Are Worth The Money

1.2-Hour San Diego Pier Fishing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $74Our pick

Meet guides such as Angel, TC, Chris, or Cruz at Crystal Pier in Pacific Beach for a two-hour lesson in casting, baiting, and handling fish. Poles, bait, and tackle are supplied. You may catch smelt, croaker, bass, rays, halibut, or sharks, then release everything safely.

“TC is an amazing fishing guide! Very knowledgeable and patient with my questions. I love fishing, but don't have a lot of experience even though I'm visiting from another fishing paradise, Florida. I feel a lot more confident now having spent time with TC. It is very evident that he has a love for his art and a gift for teaching. Crystal Pier is a beautiful setting with its historical cottages and quaint neighborhood in beautiful Pacific Beach. I will definitely be booking this tour again on my next trip to San Diego.”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.TC’S FISHING ADVENTURES! 2-Hour Fishing Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $74

Meet TC’s team at 4500 Ocean Blvd in Ocean Beach for a two-hour pier fishing session. TC, Cruz, and Diego teach casting, baiting, and fish handling while you fish for bass, croaker, mackerel, rays, and small sharks. Dolphin sightings are possible, and equipment is provided.

“Knowledgeable guide! Lots of fun, great for kids. We took our 11 and 13 year old and they had a blast.”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Private Half-Day San Diego Fishing Trip for up to 6 People

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Spend about six hours on a private San Diego fishing boat with your own group, using provided rods, tackle, and instruction. Captain Shaun may take you near kelp forests and coastal structures for yellowtail, rockfish, bass, halibut, lingcod, sheephead, and bonito. Fish cleaning and bottled water are included.

“Captain Bobby was awesome. EXTREMELY helpful and knowledgeable. This was definitely worth it. It was a private trip— so it felt less like a tour and more like just being out on a friend’s boat. I would certainly recommend Pelican Sportfishing to anyone.”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Pier Fishing Tour – San Diego

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 6 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet your captain at 1776 Shelter Island Drive for about two hours of catch-and-release pier fishing. SoCal Eco Tours provides the rod, tackle, and bait, while your guide shares local fishing tips. It suits families and beginners, but results depend on the day.

“Such a disappointment… waste of time and money. The guide was totally disengaged, offered no real help other than a. Initial cast. No bites, no catch, no fun.”

Check availability →Read our full review