Where to catch halibut and or 'bottom fish' out of Dana Point? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

DanaPT · 11-23-2012, 01:55 PM

try heading south.

I'm on record as saying the headlands is over-rated. That capo beach area (south of the foot-bridge) can be fun.

Those stinking fish aren't always there but I've landed fish between 10-30 ft of water: leos, sand/calico/white/black bass, AND the halibut you seek. The area between the harbor and san clemente pier is said to be full of rock reefs (according to a warning to boaters at the DP boat launch regarding the area.)

The wind can be a tuff on the way back to the harbor as the day passes so plan accordingly. Also, watch for swell as low tides may cause waves to break from seemingly no-where.

drag fresh dead squid and who knows what you'll catch.

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11-23-2012, 01:55 PM	#2
DanaPT Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: South OC Posts: 1,606	try heading south. I'm on record as saying the headlands is over-rated. That capo beach area (south of the foot-bridge) can be fun. Those stinking fish aren't always there but I've landed fish between 10-30 ft of water: leos, sand/calico/white/black bass, AND the halibut you seek. The area between the harbor and san clemente pier is said to be full of rock reefs (according to a warning to boaters at the DP boat launch regarding the area.) The wind can be a tuff on the way back to the harbor as the day passes so plan accordingly. Also, watch for swell as low tides may cause waves to break from seemingly no-where. drag fresh dead squid and who knows what you'll catch.