Fishing Details

Please board the vessel at 5 AM.  EVERYONE MUST BE ON BOARD WITH A CURRENT CALIFORNIA SPORTFISHING LICENSE TO CHECK IN NO LATER THAN 5:15 AM. We depart as soon as all anglers are on the boat and checked in. Advance reservations are required. We usually return no later than 4 PM.

Premier Fishing Charters in San Francisco Bay & Pacific Coast

Blue Runner Charters offers top-rated fishing trips out of Sausalito, giving you fast access to the best fishing grounds in Northern California. Whether you’re heading offshore for rockfish and lingcod or exploring the calm waters of San Francisco Bay for halibut and striped bass, we have trips for every skill level.

We specialize in deep sea fishing, bay charters, and family-friendly fishing tours. With decades of local experience and a reputation for putting clients on fish, our crew is committed to delivering a fun, safe, and successful day on the water.

From the rugged coastline near Point Reyes to the Farallon Islands and beyond, Sausalito’s central location offers quick access to some of the most productive fishing areas on the Pacific Coast.

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The Blue Runner is a newly refurbished 43' US Coast Guard certified DELTA, commonly regarded as one of the best, most stable boats ever built with fine creature comforts and the best electronics money can buy!
The Blue Runner is docked at Clipper Yacht Harbor, in Sausalito, California. We offer acres of free, easy all-day parking and the boat can be accessed by physically impaired people.
There is a long ramp leading from the parking lot to the boat
There are two steps on either side of the boat to enter and exit. Our friendly, capable crew will be standing by the entire time to assist you as you board and disembark the boat.
There is a low threshold between the cabin and the outdoor seating area of the boat, which may require some assistance for physically impaired guests, but again, our crew will be standing by to assist you, as needed.
The Blue Runner has three seating areas for guests: inside seating for 15 people.
The Blue Runner has three seating areas for guests: inside seating for 15 people.
Outside, a semi-enclosed area under the canopy has seating for 6. There is additional seating for 8 more people on the open back deck. There are also numerous handrails positioned conveniently throughout the vessel.
Outside, a semi-enclosed area under the canopy has seating for 6. There is additional seating for 8 more people on the open back deck. There are also numerous handrails positioned conveniently throughout the vessel.

We do everything we can to get you out to the fish and get them on the boat.

Trip Types

Salmon

Limit: 2 King Salmon per person
When the King Salmon (Chinook) are running, we go all in. These hard-fighting fish weigh 5–50 lbs and are most active in the summer, with the biggest often caught after Labor Day. We troll offshore and along the Marin coast to find the schools, departing early for the best bite. This is one of the most exciting deep sea fishing experiences in San Francisco.
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Halibut & Striped Bass

Limits: Halibut – 3, Striped Bass – 2 per person
These inshore fishing trips offer steady action in calm waters—perfect for families, kids, and beginners. We drift live bait through hot spots like Alcatraz and the Berkeley Flats to hook California halibut (5–30 lbs) and striped bass (5–20 lbs). These fish hit hard and taste even better.
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Rockfish & Lingcod

Limits: Rockfish – 10, Lingcod – 2 per person
Looking to fill the cooler? Our rockfish and lingcod trips are all about fast-paced action and big yields. We fish coastal reefs using bait or jigs to pull in colorful rockfish (like vermilion, yellowtail, and black cod) and toothy lingcod that can top 25 lbs. These trips are ideal for stocking up and having a blast doing it.
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We are one of the few boats that ice our fish.

Reserve your spot on the boat or to book a charter or to find out more.

Please purchase your fishing license in advance online: BUY FISHING LICENSE.

We depart from Sausalito, go under the Golden Gate Bridge, and often travel as far as 25 miles – north to Point Reyes, west to the Farallon Islands, or south to Half Moon Bay.

Please board the vessel at 5 AM. EVERYONE MUST BE ON BOARD WITH A CURRENT CALIFORNIA SPORTFISHING LICENSE TO CHECK IN NO LATER THAN 5:15 AM. We depart as soon as all anglers are on the boat and checked in. Advance reservations are required. We usually return no later than 4 PM.

When are the best times to go fishing in Northern California?

Bay Area Fishing Calendar

  • King Salmon (Chinook): June – October
  • California Halibut: March – August 
  • Striped Bass March – August
  • Rockfish (Rock Cod) June – October
  • Lingcod June – October
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