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Welcome to Golden State Sportfishing
Where Sport Fishing Meets Excellence
Welcome to Golden State Sportfishing
Where Sport Fishing Meets Excellence
Welcome to Golden State Sportfishing
Where Sport Fishing Meets Excellence

Striped Bass

sturgeon

halibut

salmon

rock fish

Ling cod

Shark

WHO WE ARE
Welcome to Golden State Sportfishing

We are a family-owned fishing charter service specializing in targeting white sturgeon, striped bass, salmon, halibut, and sharks. We believe every individual deserves the VIP treatment aboard each of our vessels, and we strive to bring excellence, knowledge, and fun to all of our charters. Aside from helping you to catch once-in-a-lifetime fish, our main goal is to help you create memories that you and your group will cherish for a lifetime.

WHAT WE OFFER

Our Vessels

30′ Design Concept with a large fishing area, heated cabin, enclosed bathroom, and fully equipped with a Garmin navigational system and fish finder.   

Wheelchair accessible boat 

 

25′ North River fully equipped with a Garmin navigational system and fish finder.   

Bay Area Fishery – Delta, Bay, and Ocean Waters

Our targeted species charters are available in three different ares. 

Where We Fish

California Delta

The California Delta covers thousands of miles of waterways. It is a truly unique fishery because there are so many different areas to catch Striped Bass, Black bass, Sturgeon, Catfish, Crappie, Bluegills, River Salmon, and American Shad. Early spring and late fall is the best time to catch a striper in this area. Sturgeon, catfish, and panfish fishing in the Delta is year-round.

The Bay

The Bay is one of the largest estuaries on the West Coast and is teeming with diverse species from Chinook (King) Salmon, Striped Bass, Halibut, and Lingcod to Sturgeon and more than 11 species of sharks. Many of these guys stick around all year, making it hard to pick a bad time for fishing in the bay.

Outside the Golden Gate

Deep-sea fishing remains a classic choice among anglers looking for Salmon, Rockfish, Lingcod, and more beyond the Golden Gate. You can also troll for many tasty treats, or try mooching for Salmon, Halibut, and Striped Bass—a slow, serene form of drift fishing that local fishermen find especially rewarding.

Why Choose Us?

Golden State is where sportfishing meets excellence.
Golden State Sportfishing isn't your average charter service.


We’re your gateway to unforgettable fishing adventures. With an expert captain, top-quality gear, and a passion for the water, we put you right where the fish are. Whether it’s chasing trophy sturgeon in the Delta or battling sharks outside the Golden Gate, we make sure every trip is safe, exciting, and full of memories you’ll take home.

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We are so proud to have maintained a consistent 5 Star rating for many years! Thank you to our loyal customers for your support!

What an extraordinary trip. My first time in the SFO bay fishing and I can not express how Joey was patiently working with me and how much fun the entire crew was! I highly recommend planning a trip - a great family thing to do and with friends. I will definitely be back on another trip! I caught two halibuts and two striped sea bass! Thank you so much for the great adventure!
Wanda Thomson ★★★★★
Customer
My experience with Golden State Sportfishing was amazing, these guys put me on the fish and the action was on stop, I mean red hot! We were hooking into and landing monster sturgeon all day long when nobody else around us was catching anything. These guys are true professionals and very good at what they do. If you want a truly amazing fishing experience book a trip today. You won’t be disappointed. Highly recommended
Trevor Crowder ★★★★★
Customer
This is the most fun, exciting fishing experience! I have been fishing on this charter many times and Capitan Joe never disappoints. He is very knowledgeable and safe. We have had many great stories from catching a great white, saving a man from the water and lots of laughs and great catches. He always puts us on fish and we catch limits. You will not be disappointed when you book with Golden State Sportfishing!!!
Lisa Van Wettering ★★★★★
Customer
Very impressed with Captains knowledge and experience! This is a highly skill charter that has guided me to three of my new personal best fish! Halibut, Striper, and Sturgeon. Few years back salmon as well. Get on the books and fasten your seat belt stop dreaming and get on that trophy catch with Golden State Sportfishing! Looking forward to our shark trip Golden State Sportfishing!!!
Anthony Sparks ★★★★★
Customer




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