Huge day on the water!

Huge day on the water!

by James Smith
5-2-2026
(510) 417-5557
Website

 
Huge day on the water! The bass fishing was lights out as we took limits for everyone on board. Then we got into a red hot halibut bite with lots of the larger ones taking the live bait. Trips are going 7 days a week! We will also be putting New California Dawn online this upcoming week. Don’t miss out and get your reservation today!
 
Final count
 
57 striped bass (25 limits plus crew)
 
23 halibut to 21 pounds
 
For reservations (510)4175557 or reserve online






The California Dawn operates out of Berkeley Marina. We are the the only boat in the bay area with a hot galley. If you would like to go fishing with us please call (510) 417-5557. For more information please visit our website www.californiadawn.com.


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