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When Is Rockfish Season in California? (And What You’ll Catch Off Dana Point)

April 1st is one of the loudest mornings of the year at Dana Wharf. The gates open early, the parking lot fills up, the gear shop is moving like a Black Friday line, and every boat going out is loaded with anglers who have been waiting all winter for the same thing: the rockfish opener….

April Fishing Update

April has been an outstanding month for fishing out of Dana Point! As spring continues to warm up the coastal waters, anglers have been treated to steady action, huge rockfish counts, and a great variety of bottom species. Whether you joined us for a half-day, three-quarter day, or twilight…