Santa Cruz 5-Hour Deep Sea Cod Fishing Trip
Fish Monterey Bay’s deep local reefs for cod, ling cod, and rockfish
Duration
5 hrs
Includes
Bait, Fishing trip, Restroom
Highlights
Explore Monterey Bay’s deeper local waters on a half-day fishing trip for cod, ling cod, rockfish, and snapper. Fish from a boat with indoor seating, awnings, a restroom, and an onboard galley.
- Fish local reefs about 5 miles offshore, typically in 300 feet or more of water
- Target rock cod, ling cod, and snapper with crew assistance available
- Keep up to 10 rock cod and 2 ling cod, subject to fishing regulations
- Relax in indoor seating or under awnings between fishing spots
- Purchase snacks, cold drinks, beer, and wine from the onboard galley
Itinerary
- Please arrive an HOUR before departure at the office: 1718 Brommer Street, Santa Cruz. (or the day before during normal business hours) Before the trip, you'll need to get your equipment, purchase your license, sign the U.S. Coastguard manifest. Remember to take traffic into account when making your plans.
- After check-in drive yourself to the Dock, about 10 minutes. (we will give you directions during check-in)
- About 15 minutes before departure the deckhand will ask to see your fishing license and ticket confirmation on your phone
- Get onboard and go to the fishing grounds!
- Crew will ask if you want your fish cleaned near the end of the trip. We are not allowed to clean in the harbor and will clean on the way from fishing grounds.
What's Included
- Bait
- Onboard restroom
- Indoor seating and awnings
Important details
- Arrive 1 hour before departure for check-in
- Ages 6+ only; minors must be accompanied by an adult
- Not suitable for pregnant women
- Fishing participants ages 16+ need a fishing license before boarding; bring a printed license or show it in the app
- Fishing requires a rod and cod-suitable tackle; braided line and spinning reels are not permitted
- Rod/reel rental, tackle, fishing licenses, and fish cleaning are not included in the listed price and carry additional charges
- A 10% gratuity applies at check-in for public-trip parties of 8 or more and is not included in the listed price
- Parking at Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor costs $2 per hour and is not included in the listed price
- Wheelchair access requires navigating 4 stairs with assistance; the boats are not standard wheelchair accessible
- Bring food and nonalcoholic drinks if you like; outside alcohol is not permitted, and coolers must be under 20 inches long
Cancellation Policy
Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled. If the operator cancels due to severe or unsafe weather, you may reschedule subject to availability, use credit toward a future trip, or request a refund.
Product ID: TSZK58
FAQs
Your fare includes a $2 port fee per passenger. You pay extra if you need gear or services: rod and reel rental ($14), tackle set-up ($9), a 1-day fishing license (listed as $20.52 or $21.09, depending on the note), and fish cleaning (about $20+ per cod limit). If your public trip group is 8+ people, you also pay a 10% gratuity at check-in.
If you are fishing and you are 16 or older, bring a valid fishing license with you before you board. You can buy a 1-day license during check-in at the office, or use a license you purchased elsewhere (it must be printed or shown in the app).
Bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks if you want, but do not bring outside alcohol onboard. Keep coolers under 20 inches; larger coolers are not allowed.
Meeting details
Stagnaro's office, 1718 Brommer Street, Santa Cruz, CA
