Tackle for Dana Point Harbor & Kelp
Southern California gear for calico bass, yellowtail, and halibut
4
Tackle Items
4
Target Species
Apr – Nov
Best Season
Tackle for Dana Point Harbor
4 items hand-picked and tested at this specific location — click any to check the current price on Amazon
Tady 45 Surface Iron Jig — Blue/White
Surface iron for yellowtail patrolling the outer kelp edges in summer
Seaguar Blue Label 25 lb Fluorocarbon Leader — 25 yd
Clear leader for calico bass in the harbor — they are leader-shy
PowerPro Spectra 30 lb Braided Line — 300 yd
Sensitive braid for detecting halibut bites on the harbor bottom
Penn Battle III 4000 Spinning Reel
Handles yellowtail runs and the power of large calico bass in kelp
Why These Items for Dana Point Harbor
Each pick is tailored to the specific conditions, species, and techniques at this spot
Tady 45 Surface Iron Jig — Blue/White
Surface iron for yellowtail patrolling the outer kelp edges in summer
Seaguar Blue Label 25 lb Fluorocarbon Leader
Clear leader for calico bass in the harbor — they are leader-shy
PowerPro Spectra 30 lb Braided Line
Sensitive braid for detecting halibut bites on the harbor bottom
Penn Battle III 4000 Spinning Reel
Handles yellowtail runs and the power of large calico bass in kelp
Why Fish Dana Point Harbor?
Sheltered harbor waters
Easy launch access
Kelp edge fishing
Whale watching bonus
Launch Access
Baby Beach and Dana Point Harbor launch
Species & Season
Apr – Nov
Dana Point Harbor provides sheltered waters perfect for SUP fishing beginners, with easy access to productive kelp edges and rocky structure holding calico bass, halibut, and seasonal yellowtail.
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