--- title: Dana Wharf Sportfishing slug: dana-wharf-sportfishing-tours type: attraction sub_type: fishing charters source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/dana-wharf-sportfishing-tours city: Dana Point state: CA country: US address: 34675 Golden Lantern geo: lat: 33.45999 lng: -117.69205 duration: up to 9 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 3 days before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T17:46:32.030Z price_from: amount: 35.5 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 4320 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: 12 Day Fishing Trip price: 70 regular_price: 75 savings: 5 ticket_types: - name: Adult (15-54 yrs) min_age: 15 max_age: 54 - name: Senior (55+ yrs) min_age: 55 - name: Military ( Active Duty Only ) (14-54 yrs) min_age: 14 max_age: 54 - name: Child (0-14 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 14 - name: Person (1+ yrs) min_age: 1 - name: 34 Day Fishing Trip price: 94 regular_price: 99 savings: 5 ticket_types: - name: Adult (15-54 yrs) min_age: 15 max_age: 54 - name: Senior (55+ yrs) min_age: 55 - name: Military ( Active Duty Only ) (14-54 yrs) min_age: 14 max_age: 54 - name: Child (0-14 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 14 --- ## Overview Set out on an exciting Dana Point fishing trip on the sparkling Southern California waters off the Orange County coast. Dana Wharf Sportfishing caters to anglers of all skill levels on half-day and nine-hour trips, with expert guidance and tips from a skilled and friendly crew. ## What's Included - Expert guidance and tips from the crew throughout the trip - Access to large vessels with indoor kitchens and booth seating - Use of state-of-the-art fish finding systems and live bait well systems - Onboard full-service galley offering hot food, snacks, water, soft drinks, and beer (cash only) - Safety equipment for both adults and children ## What's Not Included - Fishing license (required for anglers ages 16 and up) - Meals and beverages (except what can be purchased onboard) - Coolers or alcoholic beverages brought onboard are not allowed ## Ticket Options - **12 Day Fishing Trip** — $70.00 (regularly $75.00, save $5.00) Experience the sparkling SoCal waters just outside Dana Point Harbor with a half-day fishing excursion. Whether a novice or an expert, discover your love of sportfishing, conservation, and the great outdoors at Dana Wharf's exciting sportfishing spots. - Adult (15-54 yrs) - Senior (55+ yrs) - Military ( Active Duty Only ) (14-54 yrs) - Child (0-14 yrs) - Person (1+ yrs) - **34 Day Fishing Trip** — $94.00 (regularly $99.00, save $5.00) This 9-hour excursion is the most popular time frame for fishing the local waters of Orange County. Whether a novice or an expert, discover your love of sportfishing, conservation, and the great outdoors with a 3/4 day Dana Point fishing trip. - Adult (15-54 yrs) - Senior (55+ yrs) - Military ( Active Duty Only ) (14-54 yrs) - Child (0-14 yrs) ## Good to Know * Located 40 minutes south of Disneyland in Anaheim and an hour south of LAX airport in Los Angeles. * A fishing license is required for anglers (fishing guests) ages 16 and up. * Please arrive 45 minutes prior to departure time. * Sails rain or shine, so dress in weather-appropriate attire and bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. * Pack a meal and water or soft drinks, but please no coolers or alcoholic beverages. * Purchase hot food, snacks, water, soft drinks and beer on the onboard full-service galley. Accepts cash only. * Limited room for belongings on board. Only bring essentials for the day's trip. * All boats are outfitted with safety equipment for both adults and children. * Only service animals allowed. ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations — See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### Where is Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching? Dana Wharf Sportfishing is located in Dana Point, Orange County, halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego on the beautiful Southern California coast (at 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629). It’s about 30 minutes south of Disneyland, an hour south of Los Angeles and Long Beach, 30 minutes north of Oceanside, and an hour north of San Diego. ### Am I required to have a fishing license? Anglers (guests who will fish) ages 16 and above are required by law to have a fishing license unless they will not fish at all during the trip. If you do not have one yet, you must purchase a one-day license prior to departure. ### How early should I arrive to check in before the trip? Please arrive 45 minutes prior to departure. This will allow time for checking in, as the fishing trips generally leave right on time. ### What happens if it rains? Fishing boat sails rain or shine. Rain is usually not a problem. The fishing crew is more concerned with wind and sea conditions—not necessarily bad during the rain. In fact, some of our best conditions can be on a rainy day. Please dress appropriately for the weather. ### What happens if there is inclement weather? In the case of inclement weather, the sportfishing activity may get canceled up to an hour before departure time. In such rare cases, management will reach out to reschedule on the soonest available date or receive credit for future use. ### Are children allowed? Yes, all ages are welcome to join. However, please consider the length of the fishing trips and how young children's attention span and concentration will respond to those. ### Am I guaranteed to catch a fish? Dana Wharf can guarantee fishing but not catching. The crew will do everything within their means to put you where the fish are but cannot control what does or does not bite the hook. ### Do we need to keep the fish we catch? While you are welcome to keep any legal-sized fish (within the scope of your acquired fishing license), Dana Wharf promotes catch and release and responsible conservation of our natural resources. You may also give your legal-sized fish to another angler if you so choose. ### Can I sell the fish I catch? Unfortunately, no. It is considered a violation of the "recreational sport fishing" rules protected by law. Selling your catch from this trip will result in legal repercussions. ## Reviews > "A truly amazing fishing experience! The crew was knowledgeable and friendly, helping me learn new techniques and making sure everyone had a great time. Managed to catch some nice fish and enjoyed the beautiful surroundings. Highly recommend for both beginners and seasoned anglers." > — melissag401, March 19, 2026 > "Exceptional service!! The boat was comfortable and the crew was super helpful. Even though the weather was a bit rainy, it did not spoil the fun. Great trip that I will definitely repeat." > — dksd42019, March 23, 2026 > "Whales! Dolphins! Oh My! What an incredible day out on the water. The crew was enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the wildlife, and the fishing was good too. Family-friendly and educational." > — ClevelandBill, March 05, 2026 > "Sum Fun Fishing. The trip was everything I had hoped for and more. Plenty of fish, plenty of fun, and great company onboard. This was my first sportfishing trip and it really piqued my interest." > — I8284CMsusans, April 04, 2026