Oceanside Sea Center
Oceanside Sea Center fishing reports and fleet
Since 1982
Oceanside Sea Center runs out of Oceanside Harbor with sportfishing trips and a small fleet. Whale watching and burials at sea also run on select schedules. A 6-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: 6 boats
- Trips: Full Day, Multi-Day
- Top species: Rockfish, Sculpin, Whitefish
Latest reports
| Date | Boat | Trip Type | Anglers | Total Catch | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUESDAY, JANUARY 13 | |||||
| Jan 13, 2026 | Southern Cal | 1/2 Day AM | 20 | 60 | 60 Sculpin |
| SUNDAY, JANUARY 11 | |||||
| Jan 11, 2026 | Southern Cal | 1/2 Day AM | 18 | 60 | 60 Sculpin |
| Jan 11, 2026 | Blue Horizon | 1/2 Day AM | 10 | 64 | 36 Whitefish26 Mackerel2 Sculpin |
| FRIDAY, JANUARY 9 | |||||
| Jan 9, 2026 | Southern Cal | 1/2 Day AM | 11 | 40 | 40 Sculpin |
| WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7 | |||||
| Jan 7, 2026 | Chubasco II | 1/2 Day AM | 10 | 17 | 6 Sand Bass6 Whitefish4 Calico Bass |
| MONDAY, JANUARY 5 | |||||
| Jan 5, 2026 | Southern Cal | 1/2 Day AM | 12 | 38 | 22 Whitefish16 Sand Bass |
| SUNDAY, JANUARY 4 | |||||
| Jan 4, 2026 | Southern Cal | 1/2 Day AM | 16 | 55 | 35 Whitefish16 Sand Bass2 Halibut |
| SATURDAY, JANUARY 3 | |||||
| Jan 3, 2026 | Southern Cal | 1/2 Day AM | 27 | 53 | 25 Sand Bass20 Whitefish5 Calico Bass |
| FRIDAY, JANUARY 2 | |||||
| Jan 2, 2026 | Chubasco II | 1/2 Day AM | 8 | 47 | 40 Sculpin7 Bonito |
| Jan 2, 2026 | Effishency | 1/2 Day AM | 4 | 20 | 16 Whitefish3 Sand Bass1 Sculpin |
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13
1/2 Day AM 路 20 anglers
SUNDAY, JANUARY 11
1/2 Day AM 路 18 anglers
1/2 Day AM 路 10 anglers
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9
1/2 Day AM 路 11 anglers
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7
1/2 Day AM 路 10 anglers
MONDAY, JANUARY 5
1/2 Day AM 路 12 anglers
SUNDAY, JANUARY 4
1/2 Day AM 路 16 anglers
SATURDAY, JANUARY 3
1/2 Day AM 路 27 anglers
FRIDAY, JANUARY 2
1/2 Day AM 路 8 anglers
1/2 Day AM 路 4 anglers

Blue Horizon
Multi-DayCaptain Jim Sharp
San Diego sportfisher with side-scanning sonar and 5-ton chilled fish hold. Half-day to 2-day trips targeting yellowtail, bluefin tuna, and calico bass. Sleeps 14.

Chubasco II
Full Dayand owner of the Chubasco II was raised in Southern California and is the third generation of fisherman who have fished the shores of Southern California and Mexico for over 60 years
60' San Diego sportfisher with side-scanning sonar. Half-day to full-day trips targeting yellowtail, calico bass, sand bass, and rockfish. 49 passengers.

Effishency
Full DayOceanside Sea Center
San Diego sportfisher. Half-day and full-day trips targeting yellowtail, calico bass, and rockfish out of Oceanside Harbor.

Pronto
Full DayCaptains Ernie Prieto and David Yumori, and Bryan Stressly
45' San Diego sportfisher for groups up to 12. Local to offshore trips targeting yellowtail, bluefin tuna, and calico bass. Sleeps 9.

Sea Star
Full DayCapt. Joe Cacciola
60' San Diego sportfisher with twin Cummins diesels. Private charters for 2-40 anglers targeting yellowtail, bluefin tuna, and calico bass. Since 1982.

Southern Cal
Full DayCaptains Ernie Prieto, Tim Linskey, Bryan Stressly, and David Yumori
65' San Diego sportfisher certified for 72 anglers. Half-day trips targeting yellowtail, calico bass, sand bass, and rockfish. Full galley, remodeled 2021.