Both boats fishing the southern rockfish grounds along the coast

Both boats fishing the southern rockfish grounds along the coast

by James Smith
8-22-2026
(510) 417-5557
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We had 2 trips out today, both boats fishing the southern rockfish grounds along the coast. We found easy limits of rockfish and a handful of ling cod and halibut. There’s availability for New California Dawn in the morning.
Final count
California Dawn 2
220 rockfish (limits)
16 ling cod to 20 pounds
4 halibut to 15 pounds
4 cabzone
New California Dawn
300 rockfish (limits)
4 ling cod
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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California Dawn Sportfishing
Berkeley, CA


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