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...
Surf fishing in the rain is a topic that sparks debate among anglers every year. Some swear by it, sharing stories of their best catches happening in the middle of a storm, while others struggle to get a single bite when...
What is a Grunion Run A grunion run is a phenomenon unique to Southern California in which small sardine-like fish wash [rather swim] ashore to spawn in the middle of the night. Grunion runs occur for a 4-night window coinciding with...
It’s almost spring! Like fall, spring is a transitional season. But fall surf fishing couldn’t be any more different from spring surf fishing. The calendar months weren’t designed with surf fishing in mind, so I tend to label the seasons in...
