Join a premier salmon fishing trip aboard the El Dorado near Berkeley. Experience a thrilling day targeting chinook salmon with expert guidance, stunning ocean views, and the chance to bring home fresh catch. Read on for all the details of this unforgettable adventure.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate physical fitness needed for standing, casting, and reeling during long periods
Wildlife
History
Salmon fishing along the California coast has been a vital livelihood for local communities for over a century.
Conservation
The crew emphasizes sustainable fishing practices by adhering to catch limits and supporting marine conservation efforts.
Fish Berkeley
Join a premier salmon fishing trip aboard the El Dorado near Berkeley. Experience a thrilling day targeting chinook salmon with expert guidance, stunning ocean views, and the chance to bring home fresh catch. Read on for all the details of this unforgettable adventure.
Fish Berkeley operates guided fishing charters out of Berkeley, California, offering a range of ocean trips for anglers and day-trippers. The outfit runs two named vessels — the fast, newly re-powered El Dorado and the New Easy Rider — to serve short and full-day outings along the Marin Coast and farther offshore. Fish Berkeley lists potluck-style trips on both the El Dorado and the New Easy Rider, giving groups the flexibility to bring and share food aboard.
The company offers a 10-hour salmon fishing trip aboard the El Dorado, led by Captain Robert Gallia, a named captain associated with those outings. For anglers seeking deep-water species, Fish Berkeley operates an 11-hour rock cod trip on the New Easy Rider that travels beyond the Farallon Islands to target large lingcod and rockfish. A focused 5-hour Crab Only trip runs along the Marin Coast aboard the El Dorado; participants help pull pots and sort Dungeness crab.
Trip listings note practical details: some outings recommend or require a fishing license, picnics or lunches on board, and gratitude toward deckhands who assist aboard. Fish Berkeley appears in third-party features and listings that present trip summaries, vessel names, captain attribution for El Dorado salmon trips, and the core species targeted. All trip descriptions and vessel names are presented to help prospective anglers choose the right charter from Berkeley, California.
Boats
2 Vessels
El Dorado and New Easy Rider
Captain
Captain Robert Gallia
Named El Dorado captain on listings
Trip Durations
5–11 hours
Half‑day to full‑day outings
Trips Offered
5 Trip Types
Salmon, rockcod, crab, potluck
Select a trip, confirm requirements (license, lunch), and secure a spot aboard the El Dorado or New Easy Rider.
Book in advance
Ensure your spot is reserved early, especially during peak salmon runs.
Check the weather forecast
Good weather makes for a safer, more enjoyable experience on the water.
Bring layered clothing
Dress in layers to stay comfortable amidst changing weather conditions.
Arrive early on trip day
Getting on board ahead of time helps start your adventure smoothly.
Polarized Sunglasses
Reduce glare from the water, improve visibility of fish beneath the surface.
Warm, waterproof jacket
Stay dry and comfortable during potentially brisk ocean conditions.
spring|fall|winter
Fishing license
Legal requirement for all anglers participating in commercial or recreational fishing.
Sun protection (sunscreen, hat)
Protect your skin from the sun during extended hours on deck.
summer