Central Coast Fishing Charters is not your standard fishing charter – to us, fishing is a passion, not a business. Join OUP-V certified captains John Montgomery and Rich Pusateri as we share our knowledge to catch the most sought-after fish in the Pacific Ocean. We operate out of Morro Bay, California, and have over a half-century of collective fishing experience.

By booking with Rich, you'll be fishing aboard the F/V Thirty-One, the newest boat in the CCFC fleet and is currently the biggest & fastest 6-pack charter boat in Morro Bay. This vessel was originally commissioned by the U.S. Coast Guard for high speed training exercises and endured the rigorous conditions with ease. Thirty-One made its way through a government auction and two owners before landing in the CCFC fleet.

Far from a turnkey charter boat, Thirty-One was a labor of love for over three years. The vessel has been meticulously tuned to west coast fishing perfection and offers all the safety features and amenities of any top-tier 6-pack boat. Safety is paramount which is why we carry a self-inflating 8-person life raft, a Simrad AIS/VHF radio, and have both our boats inspected and authorized to operate by the United States Coast Guard.

We'll depart from Morro Bay and target everything from Rockfish, Lingcod, and California Halibut to King Salmon, White Seabass, and Bluefin Tuna. Our methods include trolling, drift fishing, jigging, light tackle casting, and even kite fishing to catch bluefin tuna. You decide whether you’ll keep your catch and kids of all ages are welcome to join.

Our crew will supply the best gear on the market for your trip: Accurate/Penn/Shimano reels, Phenix rods, and when available, live bait. Your trip will also include fish cleaning and bagging. Bring your snacks, drinks, and valid California fishing licenses.

CCFC hopes to see you on the water soon!