Welcome to J&M Sport Fishing in beautiful Monterey, California we have transformed the historic Randy’s Fishing Trips into a new business adventure.
Whether as an individual, family, group charter, corporate event, or just plain fun – there is something for everyone.
A day from which wonderful memories and tales are made! Our daily fishing trips depart from Monterey Old Fisherman’s Wharf.

Whale watching trips are still available through our sister company – Discovery Whale Watch. Please check them out at www.discoverywhalewatch.com for more information.

Current Season & Updates

**MONTEREY BAY (ZONE 4) – CRAB SEASON DELAYED

Crab Pots are not allowed to be set!

Record number of Humpback Whales in the area (avoid entanglement)

• Next assessment is December 9th with CA F&W

**Rockcod/Lingcod ENDS December 31st, 2024 

REGULATIONS

For Zone 4, which includes the Central Management Area North (from Pigeon Point to Point Lopez) and Central Management Area South (from Point Lopez to Point Conception), the 2024 rockfish season regulations are as follows:

Rockcod/Cod Season

1. Fishing Depths:
   • Inshore Fishery (20 fathoms): May 1 to September 30, November 1 – November 30th
   • Offshore Fishery (50 fathoms): April 1 to April 30, October 1 to October 31, December 1 to December 31
2. Bag Limits:
   • The limit for the Rockfish, Cabezon, and Greenling complex is 10 fish in total, with a sub-limit of two vermilion rockfish. 2 Lingcod per person
3. Additional Regulations:
   • Anglers must carry a descending device on any vessel to help release fish suffering from barotrauma back to their capture depth, improving their survival rates​ (CA Fish & Wildlife)​​ (CA Fish & Wildlife)​​ (California Sportsman Magazine)​.

For further details and updates, it’s recommended to check the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s official regulations page before heading out​ (CA Fish & Wildlife)​​ (CA Fish & Wildlife)​.

Captain’s Log