OFFSHORE/LONG RANGE

Southern California's offshore fishing season typically begins is late spring as albacore, bluefin tuna and yellowtail move onto the local offshore banks. Concentrations of these species are typically found feeding on abundant baitfish in areas where the colder waters of the California current mix with warmer water moving in from the south. Trolling a variety of feathers and jet-heads by Zukers, Burns, Sevenstrand, and Tady, as well as small swimming plugs by Rapala and Yozuri along these temperature breaks is the usual method for locating these pelagic fish. Most years by the month of August we see increasing water temperatures and the influx of sub-tropical species such as yellowfin and bigeye tuna, dorado, and striped marlin. Anglers targeting these species typically try to locate pockets of warm water holding an abundance of bait.

Trolling larger feathers, jet-heads, and swimming plugs along warm water temperature breaks, near kelp paddies, and over schools of porpoise are the primary techniques for locating these fish. Once located on the troll, chumming with live sardines or anchovies while casting live baits, swimbaits or irons to the school can produce wide open action where multiple fish are landed. Whether you're a private boater fishing the local offshore banks or departing on a long-range trip of a lifetime, the Dana Landing Tackle store has the equipment and expertise to make your trip a success. We carry the finest rods, reels, lures, line, and rigging supplies from the worlds top manufactures. The Captains of our Six-Pac charter boat fleet and expert sales crew are always on hand to help outfit you for your next trip offshore.