Santa Cruz 4.5-Hour Cod Fishing Trip
Fish nearshore Santa Cruz reefs without an all-day offshore trip
Duration
4.5 hours
Includes
Bait, $2 port fee
Highlights
Fish local nearshore reefs without committing to a full day offshore. Bait is included as you target cod and rockfish in Monterey Bay.
- Explore local reefs typically 1 to 3 miles offshore
- Cast for cod, snapper, and rockfish in waters 50 to 140+ feet deep
- Keep up to 10 rock cod and 2 ling cod, subject to current regulations
- Purchase snacks, cold drinks, beer, and wine from the onboard galley
- Plan for an earlier return if everyone reaches the legal catch limit
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.
Important details
- Arrive 1 hour before departure for check-in, then drive about 10–12 minutes to the dock
- Ages 5+ only; minors must be accompanied by a guardian
- Not suitable for pregnant women
- A fishing license is required before boarding for anyone ages 16+ who is fishing; one-day licenses cost $21.09 and are not included
- Bring a printed fishing license or display it in the app if purchased online
- Bring cod-suitable rod and tackle, or expect separate charges of $14 for rod/reel rental and $9 for tackle setup; braided line is prohibited
- Expect $2/hour harbor parking, not included in the listed price
- Expect a 10% gratuity collected at check-in for public-trip parties of 8 or more, not included in the listed price
- Bring no outside alcohol; coolers must be under 20 inches
Cancellation Policy
Nonrefundable and cannot be rescheduled. If canceled for severe or unsafe weather, you may reschedule subject to availability or request a refund.
Product ID: H8P86U
FAQs
Plan for add-ons that aren’t included: rod and reel rental ($14 per person if needed), tackle set-up ($9 per person if needed), and a 1-day fishing license for anyone age 16+ who is fishing (listed as $21.09 in one section and $20.52 in another). Fish cleaning is extra (about $15–$20+ per cod limit). If your party has 8+ people on a public trip, a 10% gratuity is collected at check-in.
Arrive 60 minutes before departure to check in at 1718 Brommer Street in Santa Cruz. After check-in, you’ll drive about 12 minutes to park at the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor (west side) near the boat; harbor parking is $2 per hour.
If you’re age 16+ and fishing, bring a valid fishing license with you before you get on the boat. If you buy your license online, you must have it printed or displayed on the app. Children under 16 can fish without a license.
Meeting details
Stagnaro's office, 1718 Brommer Street, Santa Cruz, CA
