California Dawn Sportfishing

Unforgettable Sportfishing & Private Charter Experiences
Welcome to California Dawn Sportfishing

About Us

Two boats in ocean

Welcome to California Dawn Sportfishing, your premier destination for unforgettable fishing adventures on the West Coast. With decades of experience, we specialize in providing top-tier fishing trips, including Bay and Ocean Potluck Fishing, Salmon Charters, Crab Combos, and Private Parties tailored to your group.

Our fleet, featuring the California Dawn and California Dawn II, is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and luxurious amenities to ensure a safe and comfortable journey. Whether you’re an avid angler or new to fishing, our dedicated crew is here to guide you, making every trip an exciting and memorable experience.

Join us on the water for world-class fishing, breathtaking views, and gourmet onboard dining prepared by our professional chefs. Let California Dawn Sportfishing turn your next outing into the adventure of a lifetime!

Our Services

Experience unforgettable adventures on the water with California Dawn Sportfishing. Whether reeling in the fish of a lifetime, celebrating on a private charter, or savoring in the breathtaking views, we provide top-tier service and exceptional fishing experiences for all.

Bay Potluck Fishing

Target species include halibut and striped bass in the San Francisco Bay.

Private Charters

Fully customizable trips for group events or specialized fishing experiences.

Ocean Potluck Fishing & Seasonal Salmon

Focused on catching rockfish, lingcod, and seasonal salmon in coastal waters.

Rockfish & Crab Combos

Combines fishing with Dungeness crab harvesting for a multi-species experience.

Hop Aboard the Dawn Fleet!

Port side of white boat

California Dawn

A 50-foot fiberglass sport fishing vessel equipped with twin diesel engines, advanced marine electronics, scanning sonar, a heated cabin, and a full galley.

Port side of white catamaran

California Dawn II

A 55-foot catamaran featuring twin Caterpillar engines, spacious pontoons, and a large cabin with a full galley, designed for enhanced comfort and capacity.

Latest Reports

California Dawn Sportfishing
California Dawn Sportfishing21 hours ago
We had both boats out today fishing potluck on the coast today finding excellent rock cod fishing along with some bass, halibut and lings.
Final count
California Dawn 2
210 rockfish (limits)
3 cabazone
2 halibut to 10 pounds
4 ling cod to 16 pounds
16 striped bass to 15 pounds
New California Dawn
190 rockfish (limits)
3 ling cod
2 cabazone
For reservations
(510)4175557 or reserve online
California Dawn Sportfishing
California Dawn Sportfishing2 days ago
We had 2 trips out today. The last day of the first salmon opener was a bit on the slower side. The grade of the fish was excellent. We scored under a fish per rod landing 12 salmon to 22 pounds.We will be booking salmon August 1 on Californiadawn 2.
New Californiadawn Fished Rock Fish today and scored easy limits plus some nice halibut and a couple of ling cod.
250 rockfish ( limits)
10 halibut
2 ling cod
We have potluck trips going out every day now.
For reservations
(510)4175557 or reserve online
California Dawn Sportfishing
California Dawn Sportfishing3 days ago
Today we had our Phenix Rods / Optimum Baits swim bait trip.
The weather was flat and the rockfish were on the chew eating plastics. We also got into a big number of Cabazone, lings and halibut.
New California Dawn was at the islands and did well.
Final count
California Dawn 2
220 rockfish (limits)
23 ling cod to 24 pounds
42 Cabazone to 12 pounds
13 halibut to 22 pounds
New California Dawn
180 rockfish (limits)
20 ling cod to 12#
We have lots of room on the CD2 for potluck on Friday
For reservations
(510)4175557 or reserve online

Testimonials

Resources

CDFW – California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Sep’s Outdoors – Bringing you the best in outdoor information.
Capt Steve’s Lodge – Kenai Peninsula’s premiere fishing experience.
Sportfishing Report – Bringing West Coast fishing reports to you.
Fish Sniffer – The Magazine for West Coast Sportsmen.

Sponsors

Phenix Rods
Promar
Ahi USA
West Coast Rod Holders
Spiderwire
Penn Reels