Updated October 22, 20261,260,746 fish202 boats73 landings
Reported Jan 1, 2022 – Oct 22, 2026
Last 30 days (Sep 23 – Oct 22): 194,703 fish on 1,608 trips from 155 boats.
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What’s Biting
Fish reported in the last 7 days through October 22, 2026
Boat Trips
California Dawn II · California Dawn Sportfishing, Berkeley
Oct 17, 2026 · Full Day · 57 anglers
1,187
20.8 per angler
20.8fish / angler3trips this week1,359fish / 7 days
- Oct 18, 2026 · Full Day · 161 fish
- Oct 16, 2026 · Full Day · 11 fish
Eldorado · Long Beach Sportfishing, Long Beach
Oct 18, 2026 · 2 Day · 28 anglers
873
31.2 per angler
31.2fish / angler2trips this week1,493fish / 7 days
- Oct 19, 2026 · Overnight · 620 fish
Coroloma · Hook's Landing, Oxnard
Oct 18, 2026 · 3/4 Day · 22 anglers
438
19.9 per angler
19.9fish / angler2trips this week675fish / 7 days
- Oct 17, 2026 · 3/4 Day · 237 fish
New Hustler · Hook's Landing, Oxnard
Oct 17, 2026 · Overnight · 22 anglers
437
19.9 per angler
19.9fish / angler2trips this week748fish / 7 days
- Oct 18, 2026 · Overnight · 311 fish
Fury · Dana Wharf Sportfishing, Dana Point
Oct 19, 2026 · Overnight · 25 anglers
421
16.8 per angler
16.8fish / angler4trips this week1,100fish / 7 days
- Oct 21, 2026 · Overnight · 233 fish
- Oct 20, 2026 · Full Day · 221 fish
- Oct 18, 2026 · 2 Day · 225 fish
Live Reports
Fresh off the Boat
Real catch reports and photos from charter boats across California, updated daily.
Eldorado on Instagram
Rough night gives way to a great morning bite
Fish City roundup· Lovely Martha · Lovely Martha Sportfishing
Lovely Martha: 40 Pound King Salmon Hits the Deck
Fish City roundup· Ranger 85
28 Bonito on the Ranger 85.
Fish City roundup
Maybe today, bumpy by Sunday
Fish City roundup· Vendetta 2
Tonight: 185 anglers, spiny lobster on topTackle shops near you
Browse tackle shops by region for hours, inventory focus, and directions.
Oct 16–22: 12,886 fish. Same dates last year: 9,841 fish (+31%).
Analytics
Read the Water Like a Local
Stop guessing and start catching. See what's biting right now, which boats are putting fish on the deck, and how species trends shift week to week — so you book the right trip at the right time.
See which boats and landings are catching the most fish
Track trending species so you know what to target
Look back in time to compare boat performance
Compare this week with the same dates last year
93 species
California Species Guide
Detailed profiles, seasonal patterns, and live catch data for every species.
Bluefin Tuna61 in 7 days
Thunnus orientalis
Year-round presence; peak surface bite Jun–Oct20 lbs–400+ lbs
Yellowfin Tuna4,888 in 7 days
Thunnus albacares
July through November (peak Sep–Oct during warm-water years)15 lbs–100+ lbs
Yellowtail2,011 in 7 days
Seriola lalandi
Year-round at the Coronado Islands; peak Mar–Oct. Local kelp May–Sep.5 lbs–40+ lbs
White Seabass63 in 7 days
Atractoscion nobilis
March through July (peak Apr–Jun during squid spawn)10 lbs–60+ lbs
Dorado (Mahi-Mahi)373 in 7 days
Coryphaena hippurus
July through October (warm-water dependent; peak Aug–Sep)5 lbs–50+ lbs locally
Lingcod644 in 7 days
Ophiodon elongatus
April through December (closed Jan–Mar in most management areas; peak May–Jul and Sep–Nov)5 lbs–60+ lbs
Rockfish9,694 in 7 days
Sebastes spp.
April through December (groundfish boat season; January–March closed in most management areas)1 lb–15+ lbs
California Halibut27 in 7 days
Paralichthys californicus
March through September (peak May–July)2 lbs–30+ lbs
Guides, Reports & Fishing Intel
For Captains5 min read
How Anglers Book From Fish Counts and Fish Reports
Why fish counts and fish reports are a captain's best booking tool: what new and experienced anglers look for in each, why likes on Instagram don't fill the boat, and how Fish City turns the posts you already make into bookings.
Fish Counts9 min read
San Diego Fish Counts Explained: Landings, Boats, and What the Numbers Mean
Where San Diego fish counts come from, what the trip types mean at the four landings, how to read the yearly table and the species-by-day grid, and where every count lives on Fish City.
Fish Counts8 min read
How to Read a Fish Count
What a California fish count is, who reports it, and what every field means: trip types, anglers, fish per angler, released lines, dock names, limits, and what a quiet boat tells you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas does Fish City cover?
All major California fishing destinations — 20 port cities from San Diego to Bodega Bay, covering the major sportfishing landings and charter fleets. We're expanding to more West Coast states soon.
Is Fish City free to use?
Yes! Free to download and use. Access live fish counts, weather data, charter boat info, and community reports at no cost.
How do the live fish counts work?
Counts come from the dock reports California sportfishing landings publish as boats close out their trips. Fish City compiles those official counts into boat-by-boat and species-level views, refreshed daily.
Can charter boats get listed for free?
Absolutely. Free listings for boats, landings, and tackle shops. Showcase your catches and attract more bookings — no hidden fees.
What fish species can I track?
Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Yellowtail, Dorado, White Seabass, Rockfish, Lingcod, Halibut, and dozens more. Each species has its own page with trends and hotspots.
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