Welcome to the June 2025 surf fishing report for Southern California! After a slow start to the year, the bite has picked up—and while we’re not quite in peak summer form just yet, there’s plenty of action to be had across...
You pull up to your favorite stretch of beach at sunrise, rod in hand and tackle box ready. But instead of a calm, inviting shoreline, you’re greeted by chest-high waves pounding the beach. You pause and ask yourself: Is it even...
Anglers everywhere are constantly searching for high quality reels that don’t break the bank. In this article, I’ll be detailing a KastKing Valiant Eagle spinning reel review for you all. It’s a budget-friendly option that promises performance without the hefty price...
Last time I published a surf fishing report the bite was pretty dead. I’m happy to share that this time it’s much different. The summertime bit seems to have arrived and all things are headed in the right direction. In this...
In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to get started surf fishing in Southern California—rod and reel recommendations, line and terminal tackle advice, rig builds, bait and lure selections, casting techniques, beach-reading strategies, target species profiles, tide timing, and essential...
If you’ve ever experienced the cool, gray mornings along the California coast, you’ve likely encountered a marine layer. This weather phenomenon, characterized by low clouds and fog, is especially common in areas like San Diego. Understanding why marine layers form can...
A toxic algae bloom is currently impacting the San Diego coastline, raising serious concerns for marine life, beachgoers, and the local fishing community. This bloom is caused by a microscopic algae called Pseudo-nitzschia, which produces a potent neurotoxin known as domoic...
Surf fishing with jerkbaits is much more complex than the more traditional Carolina rig style. If you’ve struggled with the transition of fishing with lures in the surf and consistently catching fish, this article is for you. These 8 tips have...
Alright guys! It’s been a bit since I published a surf fishing report so I’m thinking I need to commit to publishing one report every month or two to keep reports in the cycle. In this surf fishing report, I’ll talk...
Grunion run fishing is a strategic approach to targeting predatory fish that feed on grunion during their spawning runs. Exclusive to Southern California, grunion runs occur on sandy beaches during the high tides of full and new moons in spring and...
