Fin Runner Sportfishing Charters

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If you plan on fishing in San Diego, look no further than Fin Runner Sportfishing Charters. Captain Brian Morris brings decades of global angling experience, having grown up in the sport fishing and boat building community of the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Over the years, he has fished across the world, including the East Coast of the U.S., Alaska, Micronesia, Panama, Baja Mexico, Hawaii, and Southern California. His passion for learning new fisheries and techniques has made him a highly versatile captain. He holds a 100-ton USCG captain's license.

Your trip takes place aboard a custom-built 29 ft May-Craft center console powered by twin 2025 Yamaha 150HP four-stroke engines. Designed specifically for fishing, the vessel offers a spacious layout that allows you to move freely around the boat when fighting fish. It is equipped with top-of-the-line SIMRAD and FURUNO electronics, as well as SHIMANO tackle, outriggers, and downriggers, ensuring a professional and confident fishing experience. The boat accommodates up to 4 passengers and is wheelchair accessible.

Capt. Brian uses a wide range of techniques including trolling, bottom fishing, live bait and artificial lures, kite fishing, sight casting, shark fishing, inshore fishing, and spearfishing. Depending on the season, you may target Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Halibut, Lingcod, Striped Marlin, California Sheephead, Sand Bass, Vermilion Snapper, White Seabass, Lobster, Swordfish, and more.

All legal catches are yours to keep, and cleaning is available after the trip. Rods, reels, tackle, and lures are provided, while live bait may be supplied or caught during the trip. Families and kids are welcome, and guests are advised to bring sun protection, sunglasses, water, and snacks. Alcohol is allowed in moderation (no hard liquor or glass bottles). A local fishing license may be required depending on the trip and target species.