It was our first charter trip and although we had a good time and good food, there was one member…read moreof the crew that was just rude and bitter the whole time. Had absolutely no manners at all and was very disrespectful toward my friend who also caught the biggest yellow tail of the day. He had told her that the fish was going to win and that she wasnt going to catch it! He had also made the same comment to another fisherman who told us that he said the same thing to him. Like who says such discouraging things like that. Especially when its your first time! He lucky i don't post a picture of his face. But whoever his manager is should really get rid if him. He's a skinny hispanic short hair looking dude with glasses brown/yellow dock boots and looks like a kid. And if he is an adult he's very unprofessional, immature, and shouldn't be working at a place where you're suppose to give customer service cause he def lacks it. Having over 9 years of management experience customer service is very important to me and i wouldn't want a bitter person representing my company like that!

I rarely leave negative reviews, but after my overnight trip on the Freedom out of San Pedro from…read moreJuly 7-8, I feel other anglers should know what to expect. The trip got off to a bad start with an unexpected fuel surcharge, even though fuel prices have recently dropped. That immediately left a poor impression. The captain's attitude throughout the trip was disappointing. Instead of helping anglers improve or offering constructive advice, he often blamed passengers for losing fish because of their drag settings. At one point, he even commented that he doesn't like eating fish and was only there to make money. That isn't something you want to hear from the captain of a sport fishing boat. The crew also seemed disorganized. There were three deckhands, but they weren't wearing sport fishing shirts or uniforms, making it difficult to tell who was working. Two of the deckhands appeared to be very new and inexperienced. Rather than training them professionally, the cook, Eduardo, publicly scolded one of the new deckhands in front of all the passengers because the wrong sodas had been stocked in the refrigerator. It was uncomfortable to watch and embarrassing for the young employee. The food was another major disappointment. The tacos were bland and lacked any seasoning. The breakfast burrito I received contained undercooked eggs, and I even found eggshells in it. The way the bar tab was handled also raised concerns for me. I personally drank two beers the first evening and four beers the next day, but I was charged for nine beers. Since Eduardo handled the tabs directly, I questioned the charge, but it left me feeling uncomfortable and with little confidence that the tab was accurate. The captain announced that Eduardo would make a "last call" for food before the kitchen closed. That never happened. My brother and I went to order cheeseburgers while the kitchen was still open, the food was still out, and nothing had been cleaned up yet, but Eduardo refused to cook for us while he sat on his cell phone. When we brought our concerns about Eduardo to the captain, his response was essentially that nothing could be done because of Eduardo's family connections. That was frustrating and not the kind of accountability customers should expect. Throughout much of the trip, the captain and co-captain spent their time fishing instead of assisting customers. They kept the fish they caught and never offered any to the passengers. The ride to San Clemente Island was smooth, but the fishing itself was disappointing. We left the fishing grounds earlier than expected so we could return to the dock by 7:00 p.m. When it became apparent we would arrive too early, the boat slowed down and took a longer route around Catalina Island, making it feel like time was simply being wasted. Overall, this trip felt more focused on collecting money than providing a quality fishing experience. Between the captain's attitude, the inexperienced crew, poor food, questionable bar tab, and lack of customer service, I cannot recommend the Freedom. There are many excellent sport fishing boats in Southern California, and based on my experience, this would not be one I would choose again.

Machado Lake, located within Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park in Los Angeles…read more It's a 45-acre lake within a 290-acre project site. The lake collects water from a 9,000-acre watershed. The lake offers fishing opportunities. Common Carp: They are a popular target for fishing at the lake. . Bluegill: These sunfish are also commonly found in the lake. Channel Catfish: Catfish are regularly caught at Machado Lake. The day I was there a gentleman caught 2 Catfish. Catch and release! It is so nice to walk around the lake you see so many species. There are multiple bird watchers here with there professional cameras.

Very large lake that seemed to be renovated within the past few years. Very clean except some parts…read morenear the water there were some trash from people littering. The only thing I didn't like was the location being near a polluted factory. Great spot to fish for catch and release though.

I have been to many tackle shops around the LA area and this has to be far one of the nicest and…read morewelcoming shops around. I met Dean and I believe the other person was Jeff, I might be wrong but... these guys were the most nicest people you could ever meet. Dean welcomed us with open arms and treated us like family. You just couldn't beat the vibe in there as well as the customer service I wish other shops can take note of this, beginner or advanced angler, it should not matter how you are treated. It's like a no ego zone. I can't wait for this shop to bloom and flourish. Me and a buddy are visiting so cal for the pcs show, but wanted to stop by here on our way back home to the Bay Area. I'm sure glad we did They carry "Reyes Swimbaits" and it's one of the nicest hand poured plastics you could get your hands on. The color patterns and durability is top tier. I highly recommend them. Thank you for showing us love LA fishing alliance. We'll be back!!

My local spot was temporarily closed, so I checked out LA Fishing Alliance to get my conventional…read morereel respooled and get some tackle for an upcoming half day. Robert was extremely helpful and friendly. After asking me a few questions, he was able to gauge my level of experience and make great suggestions. From the beginning to the end he helped me every step of the way. Robert even went above and beyond by checking the fish report of my upcoming charter. He then suggested what tackle is recommended for the trip. Not your typical gatekeeper tackle shop. The products there are top brands but with reasonable prices. Something for every budget but also high end gear if that's what you're going for. They have cool clothing and often organize fishing events where local anglers are encouraged to compete. I highly recommend LA Fishing Alliance for both beginners and advanced anglers. Real cool spot, up to date, top products, quality service, good vibes.

I have chartered with Outcast Sportfishing twice this year in September and October. Owner operator…read moreCaptain Andy S. and Captain Tanner truly deliver. To start with the platform is a 34 Freeman Power Catamaran that cruises 45 to 55 mph comfortably in almost any conditions. Secondly, these guys get you on fish, are polite, professional, respectful, and help with newbies. If you're looking for a once in a lifetime experience catching large grade bluefin tuna look no further. This boat is a Fishing machine to get you there quick and then the Outcast crew get you home with large bluefin. If you're looking for the slow boat experience with a full on galley and bedrooms and the San Diego, this is not the ticket for you. But if you want to get out to Tanners bank in an hour and 45 minutes, catch 100-250+ Blue Fin tuna and get home in two hours with a boat full of fish, call Andy. The 12 hour charter is the ticket. They have all the best gear all you need to bring is food and drink and an a great attitude ready to battle monster fish. Did you charge extra for processing the fish but it's reasonable and they do a great job. Epic experiences.

My 7 year old has been begging to go fishing, and this seemed like an easy first experience for him…read moreand his older brother. Pros: - Catching fish is a sure thing here. The fish are plentiful and hungry. - They had plenty of chairs, buckets, nets, etc. - The rented rods were pre-hooked and weighted (though some were missing hooks, so check before you grab one). Cons: - We arrived about 10 minutes after they were supposed to open but the gates were still closed and there was already a short line of people waiting. Thankfully we only had to wait another 5 minutes before they opened. - The fish are SO easy to catch that we had 4 in about 10-15 minutes (though one broke the line and got away). At $12 per pound, the cost was over $125 including our entrance, 2 rod rentals, bait, and the 3 fish we took home. That was about what we expected in terms of price - but it was a long 1 hour drive for 10-15 minutes of action. - The biggest disappointment was that the website said we could have our fish cleaned and fileted there - but once we arrived they said it wasn't available this weekend (a sign indicated it also wasn't available last weekend). I had tried calling the day prior to verify everything, but all they have is a recorded message. We have neither the tools nor knowledge to clean the fish ourselves - so now we are figuring that out. That had been one of the biggest reasons we chose this "easy" experience. All in all, I'm still glad that we went and that my son caught his first fish - but just be aware what you might be in for and plan accordingly.

I took my 11 year old son to some "kid friendly" place to get treated rude by their older chubby…read moreAsian. He was rude and NOT kid friendly. The only person that was extremly nice and helpful was a older African American gentlemen. I do not recommend going here, it's overprice & rude staff. 4/11/26

Here's two more URLs for you to check out and surf regarding Point Vicente:…read more http://www.trails.com/tcatalog_trail.asp?trailid=HGS475-043&source=CDI&oc=CDI1&track=1 http://www.palosverdes.com/rpv/recreationparks/PointVicenteInterpretiveCenter/index.cfm Pointe Vicente is an awesome place to go fishing, hiking, going to a secluded beach, and whale watching, too. Spend the day picnicking, hiking, fishing, and exploring the trails here. FYI: The bathrooms are filthy, funky, and in a state of chaotic disrepair at the parking lot. I will highly suggest you go walk to the lighthouse museum and use the toilet there.

"Point Vicente Fishing Access" is a park. It's a 10-1/2 acre oceanfront space that is part of the…read morePalos Verdes Nature Preserve, of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. The small parking lot on PV Drive, just past the Point Vicente Interpretive Center, is marked by a sign, see photos. There's a building with restrooms next to the parking lot, both of which are open dawn to dusk. A trail leads down to the water. I posted a dozen photos. It was an exceptionally nice day to take in the views. Veteran's Day is an honorable day, as well as a somber day for me, so it's no accident I was hanging out in parks today. I chose some of the most beautiful ones I could think of, as they are inspirational to me. Parks are places of honor. They are almost always dedicated to a person, or people, who have served their communities, their country. And throughout the parklands we discover benches, rocks, and even trees bearing dedications & memorials. The parks along the coast were filled with people today and they seemed more quiet than usual. The general overtone was one of respectfulness. At day's end, as I notice a brilliant, almost-full moon, I'm reminded that I can best honor those who served, including those who have fallen, by living the best way I know how. And for me that's all about appreciating nature, and life.

One of the best experiences in my life! Everything was very smooth, the captain Andrey is really…read moreattentive and nice. He also asked all my questions about sailing and even showed some tricks. The price is really affordable. Highly recommend!

From the owner: Take your trip with experienced captain to open ocean and enjoy all moment! You will have a chance…read moreto see wildlife and beautiful sunsets! Also you can take a trip to Catalina island and explore underwater life!

Needed an extra rod and reel along with some bait and John had the best customer service. He was…read moreable to recommend which ones would help me at the pier. This is definitely my go to fishing needs spot especially on a Sunday!

The best tackle shop in California John can help with picking the best things to catch big fishread more

Went on a Monday with my son (11yrs) old for a 5 hour fishing trip. Eric and his deckhand (Jeremy)…read moreare awesome dudes who made our fishing experience really memorable. Between my son and I, we caught over 40+ fish each, mainly sandbass and Calico's. On the ride out the marina we even saw a few dolphins . The boat was very clean and spacious. The cabin area has two extra seats. Jeremy and Eric were helping us out by switching out gear and at times baiting our live bait. Jeremy fillet our fish for us as well . Eric was taking pictures and videos of my son and I. If you are looking for a great fishing experience, these dues are the BEST!!

Overall a good experience. Only stopped in one stop for bottom feeders. Not sure if that was just…read moreeasy for them or all that was available. Helpful crew

I recently charted a yacht for employee appreciation week at the company I own. We all had a…read moredelightful time, except for the Executive VP who barfed into the harbor--an unlikely and smelly chum--and caused the fish to start floating belly up in the water! (AG, you know who you are, lol). Other than that mishap, it was a fantastic experience, and it made me consider participating in a yacht timeshare myself. Boating makes me want to quit my career and travel the world by sea. But alas, Wifey likes her diamonds, and I like my luxury cars...

Poor customer service and poor quality of boat. I have to…read moresay it's difficult for me to write this review as my family and I were very much looking forward to spending a beautiful day on the bait to celebrate my dads birthday. And all though we still made the best of it it really did not live up to what was promised and the amount of money we paid. So let's start with m: 1. The address did not match what was listed on their Yelp page and created a lot of confusion and frustration especially since we had kids with us. I had to text the owner, Mario, and he gave us another location to charter form which was not at all what was listed on their page. 2. Not sure if the captain of the day,Noah, was having a bad day or what but he was definitely not in the mood to greet us properly. He was very short, not so friendly and barely spoke to us during our ride. 3. The boat was not like the photos they presented or posted on Yelp. I even texted the owner and asked him to send me a few photos of what the boat will look like. It was definitely dirty, the coaches were so damaged and dirty they had black clothes over them. One of inside couches was wet, my uncle sat on it unknowingly making his pants wet and him uncomfortable for the rest of the ride. 4. The table surfaces were all damaged & chipped. We had to be careful for the kids not to get splinters when they would approach the table to grab something to eat. 5. Worst of it all was that we only watched cargo shipments for 2 hours!! On our phone call with Mario mentioned we can go through the canals and even get a far glimpse of the Queen Mary but we didn't. We even asked Noah to take us the other way around into the open water and he said no he needs to this way first (meaning by the cargo shipments). It was very disappointing since it was my dads actual birthday and the experience was completely robbed from us. It's very sad that we wasted over a thousand dollars and didn't receive what we had paid for. And I even texted Mario afterwards telling him our concerns but didn't get a reply back. Poor customer service.