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: 10 boats
- Trips: Half Day, Full Day, Overnight
- Top species: Rockfish, Whitefish, Calico Bass
Latest reports
| Date | Boat | Trip Type | Anglers | Total Catch | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SATURDAY, JANUARY 10 | |||||
| Jan 10, 2026 | Gentleman | 3/4 Day | 15 | 166 | 135 Whitefish20 Perch7 Perch |
| WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 | |||||
| Dec 31, 2025 | Aloha Spirit | Full Day | 15 | 64 | 30 Sheephead30 Whitefish2 Calico Bass |
| TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30 | |||||
| Dec 30, 2025 | Aloha Spirit | Full Day | 10 | 168 | 65 Whitefish50 Calico Bass34 Rockfish |
| MONDAY, DECEMBER 29 | |||||
| Dec 29, 2025 | Mirage | Overnight | 21 | 270 | 210 Rockfish41 Whitefish19 Lingcod |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Aloha Spirit | Full Day | 20 | 201 | 128 Whitefish47 Rockfish14 Sheephead |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Island Fox | 3/4 Day | 16 | 116 | 112 Rockfish4 Lingcod |
| SUNDAY, DECEMBER 28 | |||||
| Dec 28, 2025 | Island Fox | Full Day | 20 | 200 | 200 Rockfish |
| Dec 28, 2025 | Aloha Spirit | Full Day | 21 | 210 | 210 Rockfish |
| Dec 28, 2025 | Mirage | Overnight | 18 | 360 | 180 Rockfish173 Whitefish4 Sheephead |
| Dec 28, 2025 | Speed Twin | 1/2 Day AM | 38 | 322 | 311 Rockfish11 Lingcod |
SATURDAY, JANUARY 10
3/4 Day 路 15 anglers
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31
Full Day 路 15 anglers
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30
Full Day 路 10 anglers
MONDAY, DECEMBER 29
Overnight 路 21 anglers
Full Day 路 20 anglers
3/4 Day 路 16 anglers
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 28
Full Day 路 20 anglers
Full Day 路 21 anglers
Overnight 路 18 anglers
1/2 Day AM 路 38 anglers
Aloha Spirit
Full DayShawn Steward
50' Channel Islands sportfisher for 25 anglers. Full-day trips targeting rockfish, whitefish, and calico bass.
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.
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.