Haggertys PV

[matthew7!]

What spoons were you using or recommend


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[plantsoncolors]

It was about a 3-4 in crocodile with mackerel color but i doubt it matters that much for color. There were a lot of fish when i got to the birds, kinda like mack fishing but with better fish haha.

[ProfessorLongArms]

That sounds like so much fun. Nice report!
I love shore diving that whole area, especially flat rock.

I'm still tempted to take my prowler or scupper and see if this hike is more of a PITA than this paddle.

[JohnMckroidJr]

What's the situation at Rat Beach?....it would be a long haul down the road to get there, but it looks doable? Go out early enough and come in late enough and there should be no officials to deal with.

[plantsoncolors]

Im gonna say the hill path is worth it. The launch was easy on hightide and its only like 30-40 ft elevation gain compared to a 3 mi paddle. If you get there early, parking wasn't much of an issue, but they closed down the lot at the top of the path. I just parked on the street next to the entrance of the big lot. If you have a cart, its seems very doable with a heavier boat. I had no issue getting down with the inflatable and tackle but after paddling i took a couple breaks on the way back to the car haha.

Ocean people are good on social distancing, mostly older surfers but the runners were bad, no mask and zero care for 6 ft. Assess your risk accordingly. My wife’s on chemo so im pretty paranoid about this whole thing. Please wear your mask!

Have fun!

Also, it seemed legal to launch there, if anyone knows otherwise, let me know! Im a rule follower, especially with eco/ocean laws.

[ProfessorLongArms]

Originally Posted by plantsoncolors

Im gonna say the hill path is worth it. The launch was easy on hightide and its only like 30-40 ft elevation gain compared to a 3 mi paddle. If you get there early, parking wasn't much of an issue, but they closed down the lot at the top of the path. I just parked on the street next to the entrance of the big lot. If you have a cart, its seems very doable with a heavier boat. I had no issue getting down with the inflatable and tackle but after paddling i took a couple breaks on the way back to the car haha.

Ocean people are good on social distancing, mostly older surfers but the runners were bad, no mask and zero care for 6 ft. Assess your risk accordingly. My wife’s on chemo so im pretty paranoid about this whole thing. Please wear your mask!

Have fun!

Also, it seemed legal to launch there, if anyone knows otherwise, let me know! Im a rule follower, especially with eco/ocean laws.

Thanks for the intel! I might jump on a weather window with a dive friend this week.

I feel you on the frustration at the beach. I've sunbathers run up and get right in my face asking the standard beach-goer questions (including classics such as "Did you catch that fish?")

[daperrin]

So whats the surf break like at this spot. Is it suitable for a safe launch on most days? Thanks.