H&M Landing - San Diego Sportfishing Since 1935

September 3, 2026

On the Water Report:

The Producer has checked in this morning with 30 Yellowfin Tuna on deck and they’re still fishing!!!

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September 2, 2026

ON THE WATER REPORT:

The Old Glory called in with LIMITS of Yellowfin Tuna from their overnight trip for the second trip in a row!!! Click HERE to book your next trip on the Old Glory!

The Producer called in with 50 Yellowfin Tuna this morning, with reports of the fish liking live bait and Colt snipers! Click HERE to book your spot on the Producer!

Contact H&M Landing

(619) 222-1144 [email protected] Location:
2803 Emerson Street
San Diego, CA 92106

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Sportfishing since 1935

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A full day at H&M Landing in San Diego set to a deep, atmospheric, psychedelic soundtrack.

Watch the boats leave the harbor at dawn, glide south toward Mexico, drift past the Coronado Islands, and slowly return home with the birds following. No blood. No fish. Just pure floating calm on the water.

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Offered year ‘round, the Full Day is one of our most popular trips. Reservations are highly suggested, as these trips fill quickly especially during this El Niño season San Diego is experiencing now.

Our Full Day trips fish the legendary Coronado Islands or the coast of Mexico in search of gamefish such as Yellowtail. Additional species targeted may include Barracuda, Bonito, Calico Bass and more!

When conditions exist, we may fish offshore targeting Yellowtail, Tuna and Dorado.

Departures Year Around at 5:30 AM; returns approximately 5-7 PM
Rental Equipment: $25-$82 Security Deposit Required

A Valid US Passport is required to fish Mexico’s Coronado Islands.
California Fishing License required when fishing in US waters.
Please note, a 3.5% processing fee applies to all orders.

Late Summer Sportfishing: Adjusting Your Tackle

Welcome, everyone. Late August and early September is a fantastic time to be out on the water, but as the seasons shift, so must our gear.

Right now, we aren't seeing massive bluefin tuna. Instead, the focus is entirely on daytime action targeting Yellowtail, Dorado, and Yellowfin Tuna.

To be successful on these daytime or overnight trips, we need to divide our strategy into two main approaches: live bait and lures.

The Live Bait Strategy
Currently, the bait barge is throwing us a curveball. We are seeing an extreme mix of either super tiny anchovies or exceptionally large sardines. You must bring a diverse tackle pack to be prepared for whatever you get that morning.

For Tiny Anchovies: Downsize your terminal tackle significantly. You will want a very small hook, like a Mustad size 4, or even down to a size 6. Because these baits are so light, pair them with a small sinker—half an ounce or under, like a rubber core or egg sinker—to help the bait get down and swim away from the boat.

For Big Sardines: Be ready to size up immediately. Keep a pack of size 1 or 2/0 hooks on hand.

Line and Leader Selection
Daytime fish have great visibility and can be incredibly picky. Finessing your presentation is the key to consistent hookups.

Live Bait Setup: Stick to a 20 or 25-pound fluorocarbon leader. Since we are targeting mostly smaller school-sized fish in bright daylight, this lighter setup will ensure you keep getting bites all day long.

Lure Setup: You can get away with heavier gear here, usually 30 to 40-pound test. However, it is critical that your reel has excellent free spool so these lighter lures can drop to the strike zone quickly.

Lure Fishing: Match the Hatch
When throwing artificials, our goal is to "match the hatch" and imitate those tiny anchovies the pelagics are actively feeding on.

Jig Weights: The sweet spot right now is the 20 to 40-gram range.

Specific Recommendations: A 30-gram Cana or Tyga jig is perfect. You can carry up to a 60-gram jig if the current demands it, but keep it small to trigger those reactionary bites.

Adapting to the bait and sizing down your fluorocarbon will keep your rods bent regardless of what the ocean throws at you this time of year.

Beautiful weather and a biting fish make for a perfect trip!

Captain Kley Williams from the Old Glory checks in after a phenomenal 1.5-day charter. The conditions were absolutely gorgeous, and the group had an absolute blast working the rail to pull in a solid mixed bag of offshore favorites.

If you're looking for a great time on the ocean with an awesome crew, the Old Glory is ready to get you on the fish!

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