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Experience the Best Fishing Charters in Santa Cruz with Barbarossa Fishing

Barbarossa Fishing offers premier fishing charters in the Bay Area, based in stunning Santa Cruz, California. Immerse yourself in nature's beauty as you explore the abundant nearshore and offshore waters. Captain Justin Payton guarantees a top-notch angling experience, ensuring an unforgettable day on the water.

Your adventure begins aboard the 'Barbarossa', a meticulously restored 25' C-Hawk pilothouse boat capable of comfortably accommodating up to 5 guests. Powered by two 150 HP Yamaha engines, reaching a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots, it features convenient amenities such as a toilet, downriggers, and a livewell.

Whether you prefer fishing the local reefs or venturing up to Davenport for prized Lingcod, Captain Justin specializes in targeting a variety of species including Salmon, Rockfish, Crab, Halibut, and more. Experience a range of techniques such as deep-sea fishing, bottom fishing, trolling, and jigging. Please note that Salmon fishing is closed for the 2023 season.

Captain Justin provides all the necessary equipment, from rods, reels, tackle, live bait, to lures. Simply bring along your fishing licenses and your preferred food and drinks. As an added bonus, children are welcome to join the trip. Prepare for a remarkable day at sea with Barbarossa Fishing in Santa Cruz!

How to get there?

Available fish species

Striped Bass
Crab
Halibut
Lingcod
Rockfish
Albacore Tuna
Bluefin Tuna

Amenities

Toilet Flush toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live Bait Well
Radar

FAQs

What are the trip rates for Barbarossa Fishing?

Barbarossa Fishing provides the following trips for customers:

  • Open Party Trip (8 hours): $225 per person
  • Full Day Trip (8 hours): $1,300 per group

Which amenities are available onboard with Barbarossa Fishing?

When you book a trip with Barbarossa Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet: Flush toilet
  • GPS: Global Positioning System
  • Fishfinder: Device to locate fish
  • Bed: Comfortable sleeping area
  • Live Bait Well: Container to keep bait alive
  • Radar: Technology to detect objects and navigate

What's included in the trip price with Barbarossa Fishing?

Trips booked with Barbarossa Fishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures

What types of fishing does Barbarossa Fishing offer?

Barbarossa Fishing specializes in the following types of fishing:

  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

What fishing techniques does Barbarossa Fishing offer?

Barbarossa Fishing specializes in the following fishing techniques:

  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Which fish species can I catch with Barbarossa Fishing?

Top targeted fish species with Barbarossa Fishing include:

  • Bass (Striped)
  • Crab
  • Halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Rockfish
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)