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Fishing Charters · San Francisco, CA

Fishing Charters in San Francisco

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 San Francisco, CA, ranked by Google review volume so you can start with the most established options and contact them directly. The most-reviewed is Hook'd Up Sportfishing (4.9★, 363 Google reviews).

Typical pricing in San Francisco

Typical San Francisco charter pricing: roughly $550-$1,600 - a shared party-boat day at the low end, a private full-day charter at the top. Party boats price per person; confirm the all-in rate, the open season and any crab combo with the operator.

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

Top fishing charters listings in San Francisco

  1. 1
    Hook'd Up Sportfishing
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    Hook'd Up Sportfishing

    San Francisco

    Fishing charter in Portola, CA · 4.9★ (363).

    ★ 4.9 · 363View →
  2. 2
    Fish Emeryville
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    Fish Emeryville

    San Francisco

    Fishing charter in Emeryville, CA · 4.6★ (244).

    ★ 4.6 · 244View →
  3. 3
    Flash Sport Fishing Charters
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    Flash Sport Fishing Charters

    San Francisco

    Fishing charter in San Francisco, CA · 4.9★ (189).

    ★ 4.9 · 189View →
  4. 4
    Golden State Sportfishing
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    Golden State Sportfishing

    San Francisco

    Fishing charter in Berkeley Marina, CA · 5★ (104).

    ★ 5 · 104View →
  5. 5
    Happy Hooker Sport Fishing
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    Happy Hooker Sport Fishing

    San Francisco

    Fishing charter in Berkeley Marina, CA · 4.6★ (101).

    ★ 4.6 · 101View →
  6. 6
    Lovely Martha Sportfishing
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    Lovely Martha Sportfishing

    San Francisco

    Fishing charter in Fisherman's Wharf, CA · 4.9★ (87).

    ★ 4.9 · 87View →
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    San Francisco Fishing Charters
    Charters

    San Francisco Fishing Charters

    San Francisco

    Fishing charter in San Francisco, CA · 4.8★ (73).

    ★ 4.8 · 73View →

FAQ

Fishing Charters in San Francisco - common questions

How many fishing charters are there in San Francisco? +
Lure Compass lists 7 listings for fishing charters in San Francisco, CA.
Who has the best-rated fishing charters in San Francisco? +
By Google review volume, Hook'd Up Sportfishing is the most-reviewed fishing charters listing in San Francisco (4.9★, 363 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 San Francisco? +
San Francisco charters typically run about $550-$1,600 - shared party-boat days at the low end, private full-day charters at the top. Confirm the all-in price and what is open with the operator.
Is salmon fishing open in San Francisco? +
Salmon seasons off California are set annually and have been restricted or closed in recent years, so always confirm the current season with the operator before booking a salmon trip. When closed, boats target striped bass, halibut, rockfish and lingcod instead.
What else can you catch out of San Francisco? +
Beyond salmon, trips target striped bass and halibut in the bay and rockfish and lingcod along the coast, with Dungeness crab combos in season. Ask each operator which trip matches your dates.
Where do San Francisco charters depart from? +
Party boats and charters run from Fisherman's Wharf, Sausalito, Berkeley and Emeryville. The ranked list below covers the Bay Area by review volume and rating.

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