2025 Season Opens on 5/1/25
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Rockfish/Lingcod Kayak Fishing TourFish for rockfish and lingcod in the kelp beds 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.
Includes a specialized fishing kayak of from Old Town or Ocean Kayaks, wetsuits, life vests, rods, bait, tackle. Must bring your CA Fishing License. Reservations require minimum 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. $165 per person
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Halibut Kayak Fishing
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Annual Fishing Derby Sat Sept 6, 2025See below for more info
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DERBY RULES
*Must be registered to participate in prizes
*Anglers must be present and in line for weigh-in by noon to qualify.
*All fish entered must be caught from a kayak, without the aid of a powerboat, motor or sail.
* Hook and line only. No spear
* Regulation size net required
*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.
*Launch and landing from Monterey City beach by MBK only. Travel to other areas for launching and fishing not permitted.
*Leopard and thresher sharks included, but no other sharks or rays qualify.
*If two fish have exact equal weight, then the longer of the two wins.
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Extreme conditions may cause the event to be cancelled and no refunds will be issued. However, all prizes will be raffled off.
*Must be registered to participate in prizes
*Anglers must be present and in line for weigh-in by noon to qualify.
*All fish entered must be caught from a kayak, without the aid of a powerboat, motor or sail.
* Hook and line only. No spear
* Regulation size net required
*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.
*Launch and landing from Monterey City beach by MBK only. Travel to other areas for launching and fishing not permitted.
*Leopard and thresher sharks included, but no other sharks or rays qualify.
*If two fish have exact equal weight, then the longer of the two wins.
***
Extreme conditions may cause the event to be cancelled and no refunds will be issued. However, all prizes will be raffled off.
Follow for event updates: Instagram: @montereybaykayaks • @mbk.fishing Facebook: montereybaykayaks
Prizes from our generous Fishing Derby Sponsors!
(more sponsors coming soon)
Open 9-5 Daily @ both locations
Call us (831) 373-5357
Why paddle with Monterey Bay Kayaks?
We are Certified Wildlife Stewards from Sea Otter Savvy
Business Tourism award from the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
2020 Travelers Choice by TripAdvisor
Two locations offer unparalleled wildlife & paddling experiences,
the Monterey city shoreline and Elkhorn Slough estuary
Call us (831) 373-5357
Why paddle with Monterey Bay Kayaks?
We are Certified Wildlife Stewards from Sea Otter Savvy
Business Tourism award from the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
2020 Travelers Choice by TripAdvisor
Two locations offer unparalleled wildlife & paddling experiences,
the Monterey city shoreline and Elkhorn Slough estuary
MONTEREY LOCATION |
ELKHORN SLOUGH LOCATION |
ABOUT MONTEREY BAY KAYAKS
We are a locally owned and operated small business that pioneered eco-tourism in 1985 and has been a leader in kayak recreation and education ever since!
We have introduced over 450,000 people to our unique and beautiful area with naturalist led tours, comprehensive rental packages and classes with ACA trained instructors.
Our mission is to provide a wonderful and exceptional experience for everyone while fostering stewardship of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve.
We are a locally owned and operated small business that pioneered eco-tourism in 1985 and has been a leader in kayak recreation and education ever since!
We have introduced over 450,000 people to our unique and beautiful area with naturalist led tours, comprehensive rental packages and classes with ACA trained instructors.
Our mission is to provide a wonderful and exceptional experience for everyone while fostering stewardship of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve.