July 4 - Redondo Artificial Reef? Rockfish? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

FishNinjaY · 06-30-2013, 09:28 PM

I don't recall seeing any reports here about kayak fishing out of Redondo? I've heard it's a pretty convenient launch ramp and parking? Never been there, but I'd like to give it a try. I also need to troubleshoot and test some livewell and fishfinder issues.

I'm planning an early morning session in Redondo on July 4 with my son. I'd like to get him on some consistent fish, no matter what type, but I was thinking at least some rockfish? I've heard that the rockfish are pretty consistent catching? I've also heard there's an artificial reef, was thinking of dropping a 1oz leadhead with a squid? or a rockfish set-up? Anyways, would always welcome any company... and any advice. Is there a bait barge? If so, what bait is productive to drag around there? Hoping to be in the water by 6am, and out by 11am before it becomes a full-blown drunken boats demolition derby. And, to spend the rest of the holiday with the family.

PM or email me if anyone want to meet us out there. We'll be in the Ivory Dune Hobie Oasis tandem.

Honcho · 07-01-2013, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by FishNinjaY

I don't recall seeing any reports here about kayak fishing out of Redondo? I've heard it's a pretty convenient launch ramp and parking? Never been there, but I'd like to give it a try. I also need to troubleshoot and test some livewell and fishfinder issues.

I'm planning an early morning session in Redondo on July 4 with my son. I'd like to get him on some consistent fish, no matter what type, but I was thinking at least some rockfish? I've heard that the rockfish are pretty consistent catching? I've also heard there's an artificial reef, was thinking of dropping a 1oz leadhead with a squid? or a rockfish set-up? Anyways, would always welcome any company... and any advice. Is there a bait barge? If so, what bait is productive to drag around there? Hoping to be in the water by 6am, and out by 11am before it becomes a full-blown drunken boats demolition derby. And, to spend the rest of the holiday with the family.

PM or email me if anyone want to meet us out there. We'll be in the Ivory Dune Hobie Oasis tandem.

Come down to LJ...

jruiz · 07-01-2013, 07:17 AM

There are two reefs off hermosa and redondo.

https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=30203&inline=true

https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=30202&inline=true

I'll be in tahoe that weekend. Good luck

FishNinjaY · 07-01-2013, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by jruiz

There are two reefs off hermosa and redondo.

https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=30203&inline=true

https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=30202&inline=true

I'll be in tahoe that weekend. Good luck

wow.. that's some awesome, very specific info! I better figure out how to enter GPS coordinates into my fishfinder. Thanks for the scoop! Enjoy Tahoe!

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Originally Posted by Honcho

Come down to LJ...

..tempting bro.. but I'm on back-up call and can't stray too far away.

plus, I'm not sure our A-game is ready for an LJ surf launch yet..

vincentek9 · 07-01-2013, 10:22 AM

if you have no idea how to enter GPS numbers in your ff, you can always use a smart phone with your map app to somewhat figure out where the spot is at. i would probably stay away from a leadhead because you might get hung up on the bottom structure pretty fast. i dont know anything about redondo but i anticipate your report!

Hondatom · 07-01-2013, 08:05 PM

I will be at the Colorado river, raging in my boat that I don't need to paddle "I hope!" But I do look forward to your post and pix.

06-30-2013, 09:28 PM	#1
FishNinjaY Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Seal Beach, CA Posts: 428	July 4 - Redondo Artificial Reef? Rockfish? I don't recall seeing any reports here about kayak fishing out of Redondo? I've heard it's a pretty convenient launch ramp and parking? Never been there, but I'd like to give it a try. I also need to troubleshoot and test some livewell and fishfinder issues. I'm planning an early morning session in Redondo on July 4 with my son. I'd like to get him on some consistent fish, no matter what type, but I was thinking at least some rockfish? I've heard that the rockfish are pretty consistent catching? I've also heard there's an artificial reef, was thinking of dropping a 1oz leadhead with a squid? or a rockfish set-up? Anyways, would always welcome any company... and any advice. Is there a bait barge? If so, what bait is productive to drag around there? Hoping to be in the water by 6am, and out by 11am before it becomes a full-blown drunken boats demolition derby. And, to spend the rest of the holiday with the family. PM or email me if anyone want to meet us out there. We'll be in the Ivory Dune Hobie Oasis tandem.

07-01-2013, 10:22 AM	#5
vincentek9 MAYNEE-YAK Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So Cal Posts: 533	if you have no idea how to enter GPS numbers in your ff, you can always use a smart phone with your map app to somewhat figure out where the spot is at. i would probably stay away from a leadhead because you might get hung up on the bottom structure pretty fast. i dont know anything about redondo but i anticipate your report! __________________

07-01-2013, 07:17 AM	#3
jruiz Large Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: La Verne, CA Posts: 1,011	There are two reefs off hermosa and redondo. https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=30203&inline=true https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=30202&inline=true I'll be in tahoe that weekend. Good luck

07-01-2013, 08:05 PM	#6
Hondatom Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Posts: 113	I will be at the Colorado river, raging in my boat that I don't need to paddle "I hope!" But I do look forward to your post and pix.