Rockfish/Halibut/Lingcod
Kayak Fishing  Tour​

$165 per person​
Add $40 to upgrade to  Old Town's
Pedal ​Sportsman 106 or 120. 

Fish for rockfish, halibut, and lingcod just a short paddle from our store on Monterey Beach. Our licensed fishing guides will share their favorite tips, techniques, and strategies for getting the most from your kayak fishing adventures. If you are new to kayak fishing, especially in the ocean, this experience will be invaluable to building your skills.

​We’ll begin with a brief clinic, covering kayak fishing basics, boat outfitting, and launching strategies. Then we’ll hit the water to make the most of the prime hours for catching fish. We’ll fish for 3 to 4 hours, depending on conditions.

Includes a fishing kayak, wetsuits, life vests, rods, bait, and tackle.  Must bring your CA Fishing License.
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Reservations require a minimum of 48 hours' notice, as we only have a few licensed fishing guides. Trips need a minimum of 2 people.  You can also request a private tour.
Pedal Kayaks must be added to your reservation as they need to be set up the night before. Limit 3 per tour. 

​Annual Fishing Derby
Sat ​Sept 12, 2026

$40 per person​
See below for more details & Derby Rules


  • Entry Fees are non-transferable and non-refundable
  • If we have to cancel due to unsafe weather conditions, there will be no refunds, and all prizes will be raffled off
  • Capacity: 150 anglers. (Day-of entries not guaranteed)
  • Must provide your own kayak or reserve one ahead of time
  • Proceeds will benefit Kayak Fishing For Beginners Non-Profit

 Details & Rules
  • Check in: 5:45am at our Monterey store
  • Safety Briefing and Rules: 6:45am
  • Launch time: 7:00am
  • Weigh-in time: 12pm is the “cut-off”
  • Winner Announcements and Giveaway Drawing @ 12:30 pm
  • Anglers must be present and in line for the weigh-in by noon to qualify.
  • All fish entered must be caught from a kayak (trolling motors ok!), without the aid
  • of a powerboat or sail. Hook and line only. No spear
  • Must have a valid fishing license displayed while fishing.
  • All DFG rules apply, including the multiple rod rule. If you are fishing for halibut and have no rockfish aboard, you can fish with 2 rods. One RCG fish on the boat=one rod only. Must have a regulation-size net and descender.
  • Launch and landing from Monterey City beach by MBK only. Travel to other  areas for launching and fishing is not permitted.
  • Leopard and thresher sharks are included, but no other sharks or rays qualify.
  • The winner of the grand prize will be the heaviest weighted sport-fish.
  • If two fish have exactly equal weight, then the longer of the two wins.

After Derby Raffle & Potluck! Hosted by Kayak Fishing For Beginners:
  • Must be registered to participate in prizes
  • All participants get 4 Raffle tickets 
  • Must be present to win
  • Extra tickets can be purchased with cash on the day of the event
  • Prizes donated by our generous sponsors

Follow for event updates: Instagram: @montereybaykayaks • @mbk.fishing Facebook: montereybaykayaks

Prizes from our generous Fishing Derby Sponsors!
​(more sponsors coming soon)

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