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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.

Trips

  • Half-Day Trips: San Diego Fishing Co. offers half-day trips to 9 Mile Bank, departing from San Diego Bay.
  • Full-Day Trips: San Diego Fishing Co. offers full-day trips to 9 Mile Bank, departing from San Diego Bay.
  • Private Charters: San Diego Fishing Co. offers private charters to 9 Mile Bank, departing from San Diego Bay.

I hope this information is helpful in planning your next fishing adventure with San Diego Fishing Co.!

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