Haggertys PV - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

plantsoncolors · 05-17-2020, 02:42 PM

Took my sup out to Havgertys in Palos verdes this morning.

Water was warm, boat guy said 68. Beach was empty other than surfers when i launched.

Kelp looked in so so shape. The leaves had a bunch of spots on them but the strands were sturdy.

Paddled up to the cove and the water got murky right when i got in the bay so i chased some birds about a quarter mile out. Landed 5 barracuda, with one being legal so i kept it. Get to skip a trip to the store. Lots of cool skiff people, everyone was friendly. I think were all a bit lonely these days.

Fished from 8-11:30ish. I stuck in kelp close to shore at first with shrimp and swimbaits for no bites. Didnt see anyone else catching. the barracuda started biting about 1/4 mile off the rocks at 9:30 ish. The water gets a bit murky outside of the kelp but didnt stop the fish. Not red tide though, i think, it was definitely green.

The Barracuda destroyed my 5 inch swimbaits so i switched to a crocidile. They didnt like that as much but got my keeper fish with it. Really fun chasing birds and throwing spoons so close to home after being cooped up.

The beach was pretty packed when i got in and i left my mask in the car like a dummy. Id say 60% of people had masks which is great compared to what ive seen. Anyway, barracuda are fun!

Tigermidge · 05-17-2020, 03:03 PM

I'd love to take my kayak there If I could find a place to launch.

Mark

plantsoncolors · 05-17-2020, 03:22 PM

It was pretty easy on a high tide. The pathway down is really really good too. Its a little walk so a cart would be important, i have an inflateable sup so it was a bit easier for me.

matthew7! · 05-17-2020, 04:14 PM

What spoons were you using or recommend

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plantsoncolors · 05-17-2020, 05:26 PM

It was about a 3-4 in crocodile with mackerel color but i doubt it matters that much for color. There were a lot of fish when i got to the birds, kinda like mack fishing but with better fish haha.

ProfessorLongArms · 05-18-2020, 08:55 PM

That sounds like so much fun. Nice report!
I love shore diving that whole area, especially flat rock.

I'm still tempted to take my prowler or scupper and see if this hike is more of a PITA than this paddle.

JohnMckroidJr · 05-19-2020, 07:13 AM

What's the situation at Rat Beach?....it would be a long haul down the road to get there, but it looks doable? Go out early enough and come in late enough and there should be no officials to deal with.

plantsoncolors · 05-19-2020, 10:09 AM

Im gonna say the hill path is worth it. The launch was easy on hightide and its only like 30-40 ft elevation gain compared to a 3 mi paddle. If you get there early, parking wasn't much of an issue, but they closed down the lot at the top of the path. I just parked on the street next to the entrance of the big lot. If you have a cart, its seems very doable with a heavier boat. I had no issue getting down with the inflatable and tackle but after paddling i took a couple breaks on the way back to the car haha.

Ocean people are good on social distancing, mostly older surfers but the runners were bad, no mask and zero care for 6 ft. Assess your risk accordingly. My wife’s on chemo so im pretty paranoid about this whole thing. Please wear your mask!

Have fun!

Also, it seemed legal to launch there, if anyone knows otherwise, let me know! Im a rule follower, especially with eco/ocean laws.

05-17-2020, 02:42 PM	#1
plantsoncolors Junior Join Date: May 2020 Posts: 6	Haggertys PV Took my sup out to Havgertys in Palos verdes this morning. Water was warm, boat guy said 68. Beach was empty other than surfers when i launched. Kelp looked in so so shape. The leaves had a bunch of spots on them but the strands were sturdy. Paddled up to the cove and the water got murky right when i got in the bay so i chased some birds about a quarter mile out. Landed 5 barracuda, with one being legal so i kept it. Get to skip a trip to the store. Lots of cool skiff people, everyone was friendly. I think were all a bit lonely these days. Fished from 8-11:30ish. I stuck in kelp close to shore at first with shrimp and swimbaits for no bites. Didnt see anyone else catching. the barracuda started biting about 1/4 mile off the rocks at 9:30 ish. The water gets a bit murky outside of the kelp but didnt stop the fish. Not red tide though, i think, it was definitely green. The Barracuda destroyed my 5 inch swimbaits so i switched to a crocidile. They didnt like that as much but got my keeper fish with it. Really fun chasing birds and throwing spoons so close to home after being cooped up. The beach was pretty packed when i got in and i left my mask in the car like a dummy. Id say 60% of people had masks which is great compared to what ive seen. Anyway, barracuda are fun!

05-17-2020, 03:03 PM	#2
Tigermidge Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Lakewood, Ca Posts: 172	I'd love to take my kayak there If I could find a place to launch. Mark

05-17-2020, 03:22 PM	#3
plantsoncolors Junior Join Date: May 2020 Posts: 6	It was pretty easy on a high tide. The pathway down is really really good too. Its a little walk so a cart would be important, i have an inflateable sup so it was a bit easier for me.

05-17-2020, 04:14 PM	#4
matthew7! Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Posts: 183	What spoons were you using or recommend Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

05-17-2020, 05:26 PM	#5
plantsoncolors Junior Join Date: May 2020 Posts: 6	It was about a 3-4 in crocodile with mackerel color but i doubt it matters that much for color. There were a lot of fish when i got to the birds, kinda like mack fishing but with better fish haha.

05-18-2020, 08:55 PM	#6
ProfessorLongArms Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 401	That sounds like so much fun. Nice report! I love shore diving that whole area, especially flat rock. I'm still tempted to take my prowler or scupper and see if this hike is more of a PITA than this paddle.

05-19-2020, 07:13 AM	#7
JohnMckroidJr Senior Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Fort Lauderdale Posts: 1,945	What's the situation at Rat Beach?....it would be a long haul down the road to get there, but it looks doable? Go out early enough and come in late enough and there should be no officials to deal with.

05-19-2020, 10:09 AM	#8
plantsoncolors Junior Join Date: May 2020 Posts: 6	Im gonna say the hill path is worth it. The launch was easy on hightide and its only like 30-40 ft elevation gain compared to a 3 mi paddle. If you get there early, parking wasn't much of an issue, but they closed down the lot at the top of the path. I just parked on the street next to the entrance of the big lot. If you have a cart, its seems very doable with a heavier boat. I had no issue getting down with the inflatable and tackle but after paddling i took a couple breaks on the way back to the car haha. Ocean people are good on social distancing, mostly older surfers but the runners were bad, no mask and zero care for 6 ft. Assess your risk accordingly. My wife’s on chemo so im pretty paranoid about this whole thing. Please wear your mask! Have fun! Also, it seemed legal to launch there, if anyone knows otherwise, let me know! Im a rule follower, especially with eco/ocean laws.