Channel Islands Sportfishing
Channel Islands Sportfishing fishing reports and fleet
S. Victoria Ave 路 Oxnard
Channel Islands Sportfishing runs out of Oxnard Harbor with sportfishing trips and whale watching. Channel Islands runs are a staple when in season. A 10-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: 13 boats
- Trips: Half Day, Full Day, Overnight
- Top species: Rockfish, Whitefish, Calico Bass
Latest reports
| Date | Boat | Trip Type | Anglers | Total Catch | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MONDAY, JULY 13 | |||||
| Jul 13, 2026 | Speed Twin | 1/2 Day AM | 30 | 2297.6 / angler | Rockfish89Whitefish83Perch36 |
| Jul 13, 2026 | Island Tak | Full Day | 10 | 545.4 / angler | Calico Bass50Sheephead3Barracuda1 |
| Jul 13, 2026 | Island Fox | 3/4 Day | 15 | 19112.7 / angler | Whitefish150Calico Bass32Sheephead5 |
| Jul 13, 2026 | Indicator | Overnight | 20 | 38919.4 / angler | Whitefish190Rockfish140Sheephead40 |
| Jul 13, 2026 | Graylight | Full Day | 6 | 6410.7 / angler | Rockfish30Whitefish15Calico Bass9 |
| Jul 13, 2026 | Aloha Spirit | Full Day | 18 | 824.6 / angler | Rockfish26Sand Bass17Whitefish12 |
| SUNDAY, JULY 12 | |||||
| Jul 12, 2026 | Speed Twin | 1/2 Day AM | 50 | 57511.5 / angler | Perch256Rockfish189Whitefish77 |
| Jul 12, 2026 | Mirage | Overnight | 16 | 603.8 / angler | Sheephead33Whitefish15Yellowtail7 |
| Jul 12, 2026 | Island Tak | Full Day | 11 | 666.0 / angler | Calico Bass55Whitefish5Sheephead3 |
| Jul 12, 2026 | Island Fox | Full Day | 17 | 20912.3 / angler | Whitefish77Perch59Calico Bass53 |
MONDAY, JULY 13
1/2 Day AM 路 30 anglers 路 7.6 / angler
Full Day 路 10 anglers 路 5.4 / angler
3/4 Day 路 15 anglers 路 12.7 / angler
Overnight 路 20 anglers 路 19.4 / angler
Full Day 路 6 anglers 路 10.7 / angler
Full Day 路 18 anglers 路 4.6 / angler
SUNDAY, JULY 12
1/2 Day AM 路 50 anglers 路 11.5 / angler
Overnight 路 16 anglers 路 3.8 / angler
Full Day 路 11 anglers 路 6.0 / angler
Full Day 路 17 anglers 路 12.3 / angler

Aloha Spirit
Full DayShawn Steward
50' Channel Islands sportfisher for 25 anglers. Full-day trips targeting rockfish, whitefish, and calico bass.
Bight (Oxnard, CA)
CharterChannel Islands Sportfishing
Charter boat operating from Channel Islands Sportfishing.
C-Robin
CharterChannel Islands Sportfishing
Charter boat operating from Channel Islands Sportfishing.

Cobra
Full DayChris Hanson
45' Channel Islands sportfisher for 20 anglers. 3/4 day and full-day trips targeting rockfish, whitefish, and sheephead.

Gentleman
Full DayDon Rowell
65' Channel Islands sportfisher. Half-day and 3/4 day trips targeting rockfish, whitefish, and calico bass.

Graylight
Half DayShawn Steward
Channel Islands sportfisher for 6 anglers. Full-day private charters targeting rockfish, white seabass, and halibut.
Indicator
CharterChannel Islands Sportfishing
Charter boat operating from Channel Islands Sportfishing.

Island Fox
Full DayAdam Rowell
51' Channel Islands sportfisher for 25 anglers. 3/4 day and full-day trips targeting rockfish, whitefish, and calico bass.

Island Tak
Full DayDonald Fuqua
45' Channel Islands sportfisher with 15 bunks. Full-day trips targeting calico bass, rockfish, and whitefish.

Mirage
Multi-DayChase Holt and Steve Chesley
63' Channel Islands sportfisher with 26 bunks for 33 anglers. Overnight trips targeting rockfish, whitefish, and white seabass.

Orion
Full DayDLR Sportfishing
42' Channel Islands sportfisher for 16 anglers. Half-day and 3/4 day trips targeting rockfish, whitefish, and calico bass.

Seabiscuit
OvernightJJ Fuqua Terry Hite
58' Channel Islands sportfisher with 24 bunks for 40 anglers. Overnight trips targeting rockfish, whitefish, and white seabass.

Speed Twin
Half DayJesse Martinez
65' Channel Islands sportfisher for 80 anglers. Half-day trips targeting rockfish, whitefish, and calico bass.