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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SATURDAY, APRIL 25 | |||||
| Apr 25, 2026 | Fury | Overnight | 24 | 443 | 188 Whitefish123 Rockfish60 Calico Bass |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Sum Fun | 3/4 Day | 31 | 237 | 190 Rockfish35 Sand Dab8 Sculpin |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Clemente | 1/2 Day PM | 24 | 29 | 15 Calico Bass8 Sheephead6 Sand Bass |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Clemente | 1/2 Day AM | 32 | 15 | 6 Calico Bass5 Sand Bass3 Sheephead |
| FRIDAY, APRIL 24 | |||||
| Apr 24, 2026 | Clemente | 1/2 Day AM | 12 | 11 | 5 Sculpin3 Sheephead2 Sand Bass |
| Apr 24, 2026 | Clemente | 1/2 Day PM | 22 | 19 | 9 Calico Bass4 Whitefish3 Sculpin |
| Apr 24, 2026 | Sum Fun | 3/4 Day | 17 | 105 | 105 Rockfish |
| THURSDAY, APRIL 23 | |||||
| Apr 23, 2026 | Sum Fun | 1/2 Day AM | 29 | 33 | 24 Calico Bass6 Sheephead3 Sand Bass |
| WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 | |||||
| Apr 22, 2026 | Reel Fun | 1/2 Day AM | 17 | 29 | 17 Calico Bass6 Sculpin4 Sheephead |
| Apr 22, 2026 | Sum Fun | 3/4 Day | 12 | 107 | 72 Rockfish18 Sheephead13 Calico Bass |
SATURDAY, APRIL 25
FRIDAY, APRIL 24
THURSDAY, APRIL 23
1/2 Day AM 路 29 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.