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Fishing Charters · Los Angeles, CA

Fishing Charters in Los Angeles

7 listings · ranked by rating & reviews · updated 2026

Fishing charters put you on the water with a licensed captain, a rigged boat and local knowledge of where the fish are running. The market splits by trip length and water: an inshore or half-day trip commonly runs about $400-600 for the boat, while an offshore or full-day deep-sea trip lands closer to $1,000-2,000. Most captains price by the boat rather than per person, so a group of four splits the cost, and many include rods, reels, bait and tackle - always ask what is covered and what you bring. Rates vary by port, season and target species, so compare a couple of operators and confirm trip details, pricing and availability directly with the operator before you book.

Below are 7 fishing charters listings in Los Angeles, CA, ranked by Google review volume so you can start with the most established options and contact them directly. The most-reviewed is Harbor Breeze Cruises (4.4★, 536 Google reviews).

Typical pricing

Typical US pricing: about $400-600 for an inshore or half-day charter and roughly $1,000-2,000 for an offshore or full-day deep-sea trip, usually priced per boat and split among the group. Licenses, rods and bait are often included - confirm current pricing and availability with the operator.

See our full guide to fishing in Los Angeles for neighborhoods, local pricing and how to choose.

Top fishing charters listings in Los Angeles

  1. 1
    Harbor Breeze Cruises
    Charters

    Harbor Breeze Cruises

    Los Angeles

    Whale watching tour agency in San Pedro, CA · 4.4★ (536).

    ★ 4.4 · 536View →
  2. 2
    Pierpoint Landing Sportfishing
    Charters

    Pierpoint Landing Sportfishing

    Los Angeles

    Fishing charter in Downtown, CA · 4.2★ (361).

    ★ 4.2 · 361View →
  3. 3
    Long Beach Sportfishing, LLC (NEW WEBSITE CLICK WEBSITE ICON BELOW!)
    Charters

    Long Beach Sportfishing, LLC (NEW WEBSITE CLICK WEBSITE ICON BELOW!)

    Los Angeles

    Fishing charter in Port of Long Beach, CA · 4.3★ (328).

    ★ 4.3 · 328View →
  4. 4
    Deepsea-fishing
    Charters

    Deepsea-fishing

    Los Angeles

    Fishing charter in Huntington Beach, CA · 5★ (210).

    ★ 5 · 210View →
  5. 5
    CharkBait
    Charters

    CharkBait

    Los Angeles

    Fishing store in Huntington Beach, CA · 4.8★ (132).

    ★ 4.8 · 132View →
  6. 6
    LFishing Listing
    Charters

    LB Fishing Supplies

    Los Angeles

    Fishing store in Poly High, CA · 4.6★ (120).

    ★ 4.6 · 120View →
  7. 7
    Baja Fishing Tackle
    Charters

    Baja Fishing Tackle

    Los Angeles

    Fishing store in Lomita, CA · 4.8★ (111).

    ★ 4.8 · 111View →

FAQ

Fishing Charters in Los Angeles - common questions

How many fishing charters are there in Los Angeles? +
Lure Compass lists 7 listings for fishing charters in Los Angeles, CA.
Who has the best-rated fishing charters in Los Angeles? +
By Google review volume, Harbor Breeze Cruises is the most-reviewed fishing charters listing in Los Angeles (4.4★, 536 reviews). Rankings follow review count, not paid placement.
How much does a fishing charter cost? +
A half-day inshore charter typically runs about $400-600 for the boat, and a full-day offshore or deep-sea trip commonly lands between $1,000 and $2,000. Most captains price per boat, so the cost splits across your group. Rates vary by port, season and target species - confirm current pricing and availability with the operator.
Is fishing gear included on a charter? +
Most charters include rods, reels, bait and terminal tackle, and the captain usually carries the required vessel licenses. Coolers, food and drinks are commonly bring-your-own. Ask each operator exactly what is provided and what you should bring, along with their policy on keeping or releasing your catch.
How do I choose a fishing charter? +
Compare Google ratings and review counts across a few operators, check which species and waters they target and the trip length that fits you, and ask what the price includes. Reviews mentioning the captain by name are a good signal. Once you have a shortlist, confirm trip details, pricing and availability directly with the operator.
How much does a fishing charter cost in Los Angeles? +
Los Angeles charters generally run about $500-$1,500. Half-day nearshore trips for bass and bonito sit at the low end, while full-day and overnight offshore tuna runs, and private six-pack boats, reach the top. Confirm the all-in price and what is included with the operator.
What can you catch fishing out of Los Angeles? +
Nearshore around the kelp you target calico (kelp) bass, sand bass, barracuda and bonito, with yellowtail and white seabass as the prize fish, plus California halibut on the sand flats. Offshore trips chase bluefin and yellowfin tuna. Ask the operator what is biting when you book.
When can you catch tuna offshore from Los Angeles? +
Bluefin and yellowfin tuna are typically a warm-water game from roughly late spring through fall, when captains run overnight and multi-day trips to the offshore banks. Timing shifts year to year with water temperature. Check current reports with the landing before booking a tuna trip.
What is the difference between a half-day and overnight trip here? +
Half-day trips stay nearshore over the kelp and reefs for bass, bonito and halibut. Overnight and multi-day trips run far offshore for tuna and other pelagics. Pick the half-day for a shorter local outing and the overnight when you want a shot at big tuna.

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