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## **Nine Mile Bank**

#### 9 miles from land, 15 miles from Point Loma, a million miles from your daily.

###### Located approximately 9 miles west of San Diego, 9 Mile Bank is a renowned fishing destination that offers a diverse range of fishing opportunities for anglers of all levels. The bank is known for its unique underwater structure, which creates a habitat for a wide variety of fish species.

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#### **Summer Species (June to September)**

1. **Bluefin Tuna** 
     - Season: June to September
     - Method: Trolling with lures or bait
     - Size: 20-100 pounds
     - Means: Bluefin tuna are a prized catch in the Nine Mile Bank during the summer months. They are known for their strength and fighting ability, making them a challenge for even the most experienced anglers.
2. **Yellowfin Tuna** 
     - Season: June to September
     - Method: Trolling with lures or bait
     - Size: 10-50 pounds
     - Means: Yellowfin tuna are a common catch in the Nine Mile Bank during the summer months. They are known for their bright yellow fins and are often caught using trolling methods.
3. **Yellowtail** 
     - Season: June to September
     - Method: Casting with lures or bait
     - Size: 5-20 pounds
     - Means: Yellowtail are a popular catch in the Nine Mile Bank during the summer months. They are known for their bright yellow stripes and are often caught using casting methods.
4. **Dorado** 
     - Season: June to September
     - Method: Trolling with lures or bait
     - Size: 10-30 pounds
     - Means: Dorado are a colorful catch in the Nine Mile Bank during the summer months. They are known for their vibrant blue and yellow stripes and are often caught using trolling methods.
5. **Marlin** 
     - Season: June to September
     - Method: Trolling with lures or bait
     - Size: 50-200 pounds
     - Means: Marlin are a rare but prized catch in the Nine Mile Bank during the summer months. They are known for their size and strength, making them a challenge for even the most experienced anglers.

 

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#### **Winter Species (December to March)**

1. **Rockfish** 
     - Season: December to March
     - Method: Bottom fishing with bait
     - Size: 1-5 pounds
     - Means: Rockfish are a common catch in the Nine Mile Bank during the winter months. They are known for their mild flavor and are often caught using bottom fishing methods.
2. **Lingcod** 
     - Season: December to March
     - Method: Bottom fishing with bait
     - Size: 2-10 pounds
     - Means: Lingcod are a popular catch in the Nine Mile Bank during the winter months. They are known for their strong fighting ability and are often caught using bottom fishing methods.
3. **Halibut** 
     - Season: December to March
     - Method: Bottom fishing with bait
     - Size: 5-20 pounds
     - Means: Halibut are a prized catch in the Nine Mile Bank during the winter months. They are known for their mild flavor and are often caught using bottom fishing methods.
4. **Sheepshead** 
     - Season: December to March
     - Method: Casting with lures or bait
     - Size: 2-10 pounds
     - Means: Sheepshead are a common catch in the Nine Mile Bank during the winter months. They are known for their strong fighting ability and are often caught using casting methods.
5. **Whitefish** 
     - Season: December to March
     - Method: Bottom fishing with bait
     - Size: 1-5 pounds
     - Means: Whitefish are a mild-flavored catch in the Nine Mile Bank during the winter months. They are often caught using bottom fishing methods.

**Year-Round Species**

1. **Barracuda** 
     - Season: Year-round
     - Method: Casting with lures or bait
     - Size: 5-20 pounds
     - Means: Barracuda are a common catch in the Nine Mile Bank year-round. They are known for their strong fighting ability and are often caught using casting methods.
2. **Shark** 
     - Season: Year-round
     - Method: Bottom fishing with bait
     - Size: 5-50 pounds
     - Means: Sharks are a rare but exciting catch in the Nine Mile Bank year-round. They are known for their strength and are often caught using bottom fishing methods.

Note: The sizes and methods listed above are general guidelines and may vary depending on the specific fishing conditions and techniques used.

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#### **Seasons**

- **Summer**: The summer months (June to September) are the best time to catch yellowtail, halibut, and bonito in the waters around 9 Mile Bank.
- **Fall**: The fall months (October to November) are a good time to catch calico bass, sand bass, and rock fish in the waters around 9 Mile Bank.
- **Winter**: The winter months (December to February) are the best time to catch ling cod, rock fish, and halibut in the waters around 9 Mile Bank.
- **Spring**: The spring months (March to May) are a good time to catch calico bass, sand bass, and rock fish in the waters around 9 Mile Bank.**San Diego Fishing Co.**

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- **Half-Day Trips**: San Diego Fishing Co. offers half-day trips to 9 Mile Bank, departing from San Diego Bay.
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