Los Angeles Fishing Charter Adventure
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Professional 411 hour inshore fishing charters for groups of fourAll equipment, tackle, water, snacks and fish cleaning services includedFlexible trips targeting seasonal species with potential extended runs
If you're looking for top-rated fishing action without the long boat rides, this Los Angeles inshore charter delivers big time. Captain and crew at Mystic Queen Sportfishing know these waters like the back of their hand, and they're not afraid to make those longer runs when the bite is hot. Whether you've got 4 hours or want to make it an all-day 11-hour marathon, this trip adapts to what's working and where the fish are feeding. You'll be fishing some of the most productive waters off the California coast, where rocky structure meets open water and the baitfish stack up thick.
This isn't your typical cookie-cutter charter. The crew keeps things flexible based on conditions, seasons, and what's biting best. Some days that means working the kelp beds close to shore, other days you might find yourself making a run to deeper structure where the bigger fish hang out. The boat handles just 4 anglers max, so you're getting personalized attention and plenty of elbow room at the rail. All your tackle, bait, and gear comes included, plus they keep you fueled with water and snacks throughout the day. When you land fish, the crew handles the cleaning to restaurant-quality standards - no worries about filleting your catch when you get home. Early morning departures often reward you with stunning sunrises over the Pacific, and you'll likely spot dolphins, sea lions, and seabirds working the same waters you're fishing.
The fishing style varies with target species and conditions. For rockfish, you'll be dropping iron jigs and live bait down to structure in 60-200 feet of water. Lingcod hunting means working larger swimbaits and live bait near rocky bottom, often requiring heavier tackle to muscle these bulldogs up from the depths. When bonito and barracuda are running, the action switches to trolling feathers and surface iron, or casting smaller jigs to boiling schools. Sand bass fishing focuses on working the sandy flats and kelp edges with soft plastics and live anchovies. The crew provides quality rods and reels matched to each fishing situation, from lighter spinning gear for the smaller species up to conventional setups when you're targeting bigger lingcod. They'll coach you through proper jigging techniques, how to feel the bite, and the best way to work each type of lure.
Vermilion Rockfish are customer favorites for good reason. These bright red beauties live around rocky structure in 80-300 feet of water and put up a solid fight when hooked. They're active year-round but peak during summer and fall months. What makes them special is their aggressive feeding behavior - when you find a school, you can often catch multiple fish in quick succession. Plus, they're excellent table fare with firm white meat that grills perfectly.
Lingcod are the true prize of Southern California rockfish trips. These ambush predators can grow over 40 pounds and have an attitude to match their size. They lurk around rocky pinnacles and kelp beds, waiting to crush anything that swims by. Fall through early spring offers the best action when they move shallow to spawn. Landing a quality lingcod is a real accomplishment - they fight dirty, trying to wrap you around structure, and their prehistoric appearance makes for great photos. The meat is some of the best you'll eat from local waters.
Pacific Bonito bring speed and excitement to the trip. These torpedo-shaped speedsters travel in schools and create spectacular surface action when they're feeding. Summer and early fall are prime time when water temperatures peak. Bonito hit fast and run hard, often jumping and making screaming runs that test your drag system. They're perfect for anglers who love visual fishing - watching schools crash bait on the surface never gets old. Their dark, rich meat is fantastic when prepared fresh.
Pacific Barracuda are the sleek predators of the kelp forests. These silver bullets can reach surprising size in local waters and are known for their explosive strikes and acrobatic fights. Late spring through fall provides the best opportunities when they move inshore following bait schools. Barracuda have razor-sharp teeth and lightning-quick reflexes, making every hookup an adventure. Their firm, flaky meat has a mild flavor that appeals to most palates.
Barred Sand Bass represent classic California inshore fishing. These bronze-colored fighters inhabit sandy bottoms and kelp edges throughout the region. They're available year-round but really turn on during warmer months when they're spawning. Sand bass are smart and often require finesse tactics to fool. They're scrappy fighters that make multiple runs, and their sweet, white meat rivals any restaurant fish. Many local anglers consider them the best-eating bass species in our waters.
This Los Angeles fishing charter offers everything serious anglers want - productive waters, experienced crew, quality equipment, and the flexibility to chase whatever's biting best. With only 4 spots available per trip, you get the personalized service that makes for memorable fishing adventures. The crew's willingness to make those longer runs when conditions are right sets this charter apart from the competition. Whether you're after your first lingcod, want to tangle with a school of bonito, or just enjoy a day catching rockfish, this trip delivers the goods. All equipment and cleaning services included means you just show up ready to fish and leave with a cooler full of fresh fillets. Don't wait - prime dates fill up fast, especially during peak season.
Meet the Mystic Queen, your ticket to serious sportfishing off the LA coast. This classic 1983 Don Blackman Billfisher stretches 30 feet and packs a reliable 200HP Volvo engine that'll get you to the hot spots at a steady 15 knots. Built specifically for anglers, she's got everything you need for those epic 4-11 hour runs when the fish are really biting. The boat's loaded with pro-grade electronics including GPS, radar, and fish finder to put you right on top of the action. Stay comfortable between bites with the onboard fridge, icebox, full galley, and even a bed for those marathon sessions. The flybridge gives you perfect visibility to spot diving birds and feeding schools, while the VHF radio keeps you connected to the fleet sharing intel on where they're hitting. Captain provides all tackle, rods, bait, plus water and snacks to keep you going strong. Best part? They'll clean your catch restaurant-style so you can head home with coolers full of fresh fillets. Perfect for up to 4 anglers ready to chase whatever's running - from yellowtail and calico bass to white sea bass and bonito.
Paralabrax NebuliferBarred sand bass are SoCal classics that keep our rods bent from May through October. These chunky fighters with their grumpy-looking mouths average 1-3 pounds, but the bigger ones can push 8+ pounds and really test your drag. We target them over sandy bottoms near rocks and kelp in 60-100 feet of water, where they school up during spawning season. What makes them favorites is their willingness to bite and solid fight on medium tackle. They're also excellent on the dinner table. The best action happens at sunset and into the night, especially during full moons when they feed heavily. Live squid is magic for these fish, but they'll also crush anchovies and plastics. Here's the local secret: once you find the right depth where they're feeding, stay there and work it thoroughly - where there's one sand bass, there's usually a whole school waiting.
Ophiodon ElongatusLingcod are the gnarly-looking predators that get everyone excited. Despite the name, they're actually greenlings, not cod, but with those massive teeth and aggressive attitude, they're pure fun to target. These ambush hunters can grow huge - females often hit 30+ pounds while males stay smaller around 15-20 pounds. We find them lurking in rocky lairs from 30-300 feet, especially around strong current areas where they wait to pounce on anything that swims by. They're available year-round but really fire up during spawning season. What guests love is their fierce fight and that "wow" factor when you see those teeth. They're also fantastic eating. My go-to trick: once you hook one, keep steady pressure and get them away from the rocks fast - they'll try to wrap you up in their rocky home if you give them slack.
Sphyraena ArgenteaPacific barracuda are our silver bullets - sleek, fast, and always ready for a fight. These toothy predators cruise the kelp edges and open water, typically running 3-8 pounds with the occasional fish pushing double digits. They migrate up from Baja in late spring and stick around through fall, with the best bite happening during those seasons. What guests love is watching them explode on surface lures and then go airborne trying to throw the hook. They're decent eating too, despite what some people say. We find them from the surf zone out to 120 feet, usually near kelp beds or structure. The key is keeping your bait moving - these fish love the chase. My trick: use a slow, steady retrieve that mimics a wounded baitfish. Stop-and-go action drives them crazy, and they'll often hit right when you pause the lure.
Sarda LineolataPacific bonito are the speed demons of our local waters, and they put on a show when the schools move through. These tuna-shaped fighters average 3-8 pounds but pack serious punch for their size. You'll spot them by those distinctive dark stripes running down their metallic sides. They travel in schools near the surface, often mixed with seabirds diving on baitfish. Best action happens June through November when they're actively feeding. What makes them popular is that aggressive strike and the way they peel line off your reel in long runs. They're not prized for eating like yellowtail, but they're pure adrenaline on light tackle. Watch for bird activity on the horizon - that's your tell. Once we find a school, work fast with bonito feathers or spoons because they can disappear as quickly as they showed up.
Sebastes MiniatusThese bright red beauties with their black-speckled backs are one of our most reliable targets year-round. Vermilion rockfish typically run 14-22 inches and hang around rocky bottoms and reefs between 100-500 feet deep. What makes them special is their willingness to bite and their excellent table fare - they're among the best eating rockfish out there. You'll find them holding tight to structure, so we fish them with standard rockfish rigs using two hooks and squid strips. They're not the strongest fighters, but they're consistent biters that fill the cooler nicely. Pro tip: when you feel that first tap, give them a second to really take the bait before setting the hook - they can be a bit tentative at first but once hooked, they come up steady.
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