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River & Salmon fishing charters in California

16 charters found

Compare 224 fishing charters in California — deep sea, offshore & big game and river & salmon trips, targeting tuna, rockfish & lingcod and salmon. See prices, trip lengths and reviews, then book with the captain or a trusted platform.

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What you can catch

Tuna57 Rockfish & Lingcod45 Salmon38 Halibut37 Yellowtail36 Mahi-mahi28 Striped Bass14 Trout12 Steelhead11 Wahoo6 Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass5 Sturgeon5 Marlin3 Amberjack1

Fishing towns in California

Questions about fishing in California

What fish can you catch in California?

Local captains most often target tuna, rockfish & lingcod, salmon, halibut, yellowtail and mahi-mahi. What’s biting depends on the season — ask your captain when you book.

What kinds of fishing trips are available?

In California you can book deep sea (133), offshore & big game (19), river & salmon (16) and party boat (11) charters.

Do I need a fishing license?

Licensed charter boats usually cover their guests’ fishing licenses — check the listing or ask the captain before your trip.

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Prices are “from” rates provided by captains and booking sites and may change.