Dana Wharf Sportfishing
Dana Wharf Sportfishing fishing reports and fleet
Golden Lantern 路 Dana Point 路 Since 1971
Dana Wharf runs out of Dana Point Harbor with sportfishing trips and private charters. Whale watching and dolphin cruises also run from the harbor. A 13-boat fleet covers local coast to offshore runs. Runs half-day, full-day, overnighters, and multi-day trips depending on season. 2025 reports feature Bluefin Tuna, Yellowtail, and Rockfish.
- Fleet: 14 boats
- Trips: Half Day, Full Day, Multi-Day
- Top species: Rockfish, Calico Bass, Whitefish
Latest reports
| Date | Boat | Trip Type | Anglers | Total Catch | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15 | |||||
| Feb 15, 2026 | Second Chance | 3/4 Day | 4 | 11 | 6 Sand Bass5 Sculpin |
| Feb 15, 2026 | New San Mateo | 1/2 Day AM | 9 | 99 | 45 Sculpin25 Whitefish20 Sand Dab |
| Feb 15, 2026 | Sum Fun | 3/4 Day | 26 | 356 | 185 Sand Dab106 Whitefish65 Sculpin |
| Feb 15, 2026 | Clemente | 1/2 Day PM | 45 | 30 | 17 Whitefish8 Sand Bass4 Calico Bass |
| SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 | |||||
| Feb 14, 2026 | Clemente | 1/2 Day AM | 22 | 40 | 18 Whitefish9 Calico Bass7 Sand Bass |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Sum Fun | 3/4 Day | 22 | 113 | 110 Sculpin2 Calico Bass1 Halibut |
| FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13 | |||||
| Feb 13, 2026 | Clemente | 1/2 Day AM | 32 | 53 | 30 Whitefish11 Calico Bass9 Sand Bass |
| Feb 13, 2026 | Sum Fun | 3/4 Day | 18 | 3 | 2 Sand Bass1 Halibut |
| THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12 | |||||
| Feb 12, 2026 | Sum Fun | 1/2 Day AM | 15 | 5 | 2 Calico Bass2 Sand Bass1 Whitefish |
| WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11 | |||||
| Feb 11, 2026 | Clemente | 1/2 Day AM | 12 | 8 | 3 Whitefish2 Calico Bass2 Sculpin |
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15
3/4 Day 路 4 anglers
1/2 Day AM 路 9 anglers
3/4 Day 路 26 anglers
1/2 Day PM 路 45 anglers
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12
1/2 Day AM 路 15 anglers
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11
1/2 Day AM 路 12 anglers
Boardroom II
CharterDana Wharf Sportfishing
Charter boat operating from Dana Wharf Sportfishing.
Clemente
Full DayChad Steffen
65' Orange County sportfisher for 60 anglers. Half-day and 3/4 day trips targeting rockfish, calico bass, and sand bass.
Current
Full DayBrandon Erdo
53' Orange County sportfisher for 6 anglers. Half-day and full-day trips targeting calico bass, sand bass, and rockfish.
Dana Pride
Full DayTom White
95' Orange County sportfisher for 100 anglers. Half-day and 3/4 day trips targeting sand bass, rockfish, and calico bass.
Dana Wharf Sportfishing
CharterDana Wharf Sportfishing
Orange County sportfisher. Local trips targeting calico bass, rockfish, and bonito.
Fury
Multi-DayMarcus Bailey
65' Orange County sportfisher with 46 bunks for 60 anglers. Overnight and 2-day trips targeting whitefish, rockfish, and calico bass.
Helena
Full DayCalvin Cooper
50' Orange County sportfisher for 35 anglers. 3/4 day trips targeting sanddab, rockfish, and bonito.
Hot Spot
Multi-DayDan Brown
42' Orange County sportfisher for 6 anglers. Half-day to full-day trips targeting calico bass, rockfish, and barracuda.
Lex Sea
Full DayChristian Sekas
Orange County sportfisher for 4 anglers. Full-day private charters targeting calico bass, yellowtail, and bluefin tuna.
New San Mateo
Full DayChase Moore
Orange County sportfisher for 15 anglers. Half-day to full-day trips targeting calico bass, rockfish, and bonito.
Reel Fun
Full DayChris Pica
58' Orange County sportfisher for 44 anglers. Half-day and 3/4 day trips targeting calico bass, rockfish, and sand bass.
San Mateo
Full DayDana Wharf Sportfishing
Orange County sportfisher. Local trips targeting calico bass, rockfish, and sheephead.
Second Chance
Half DayDaniel LaBarbera
25' Orange County sportfisher. Half-day and 3/4 day trips targeting calico bass and sand bass.
Sum Fun
Full DayBrian Wooley
65' Orange County sportfisher for 60 anglers. Half-day and 3/4 day trips targeting rockfish, calico bass, and whitefish.