Full and Half-Day Trips
Carp Fishing on the San Diego Lakes |
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The "golden ghost" is one of the most prized game fish in Europe, and is fast becoming a popular target for US fly-fishermen as well! Carp are smart, shy fish that require a precise presentation, and they fight like hell when hooked! San Diego has several lakes with large carp that feed in shallow water, providing excellent opportunities for taking one on the long rod. Join us for a day of sight-casting to tailing fish, either wading or casting from the deck of our shallow-water skiff. Click HERE to watch some hot carp action! |
Half-day Kayak Trips |
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Kayak fishing has really taken off! It's a great way to get out to the local kelp beds, and lets you combine the fun of fishing with a great workout. The waters off San Diego are the perfect spot for both beginning and experienced kayakers We provide you with a Heritage kayak, all safety gear and fishing tackle (conventional or fly), and a half day of guided fishing for only $200. We can take groups of up to 4 anglers. Click HERE to book a trip | Recommended Lodging | Directions |
Shark and Nearshore Trips |
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Tugging on a Mako off the 9 Mile Bank |
Want to pit yourself against a Mako? Scrap with a Tuna? Brawl with a Yellowtail? When these offshore fish venture closer to shore, a Bowman Bluewater coastal trip will put you there, in the middle of the action. In season, we encounter Sharks, Tuna, Yellowtail, White Seabass, Bonito, and Barracuda, all a relatively short distance from shore. We have caught and released mako sharks over 200 lbs within 10 miles of the coast. Click for: Full Day or Half Day | Recommended Lodging | Directions |
San Diego and Mission Bay Fishing Trips |
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 Spotted Bay Bass |
The calm, sheltered waters of San Diego and Mission Bays offer outstanding fishing for a medley of inshore species. Our primary target is the Spotted Bay Bass, but we also encounter Sand and Calico Kelp Bass, Shortfin Corvina, Bonefish (yes, the same fish found on Florida flats), Halibut, Barracuda, Bonito and Mackerel. This is an ideal trip for the person just starting out salt water fly fishing, as the action can be fast and furious on smaller fish, using 5 - 7wt rods. And don't discount the fight - Spotted Bay Bass will fight as hard as any smallmouth bass of the same size, so be prepared for a tussle!
Fishing in the bays can depend on many factors, such as the tides, so please contact us in advance to help you plan your trip. Click on the following links to access tide tables for La Jolla, San Diego and Mission Bays, and a moon phase chart. Click for: Full Day or Half Day | Recommended Lodging | Directions |
Beach Trips |
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Stalk, cast and hook the West Coast’s ultimate fly fishing challenge - the Corbina! Considered the Bonefish of the West Coast, these sleek beauties will put your fly casting skills to the test… the ultimate sight casting challenge! There are also plenty of surf perch and croaker to be caught,with the occasional halibut and white seabass hanging around to break tackle and stop hearts. We range up and down San Diego's sandy beaches - wherever the fish are. This is a great group activity for clubs, too - group rates are available. |
San Diego Bassin' Trips - Fly Fishing |
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Sight cast poppers to some of the biggest largemouth in the nation on the world famous San Diego City Reservoirs! Big, smart and aggressive, these largemouth monsters will show you why they are considered Americas # 1 fresh water game fish! |
San Diego Bassin' Trips with Garrett Mercer - Conventional Tackle Only |
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You will be fishing with touring bass pro Garrett Mercer, off his Skeeter 20i bass boat powered by a Yamaha 250 HPDI, well equipped with Lowrance electronics. Included in your trip are all the necessary rods, reels, tackle and gear for having a successful day on the water. Your licenses and lake fees are included as well, however remember to bring layers of clothing, sunscreen, a camera, and most importantly a good attitude! Each trip is built specifically for YOU, the client. You choose the type of technique you want to learn, improve upon, or master, and Garrett will teach you all the tips and tricks to becoming a more successful angler on the water. The next time you're looking for a conventional tackle bass fishing guide in San Diego, turn to Garrett for a day on the lake. Contact us, and we'll put you in touch with Garrett. |
