Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge  

Go Back   Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge > Kayak Fishing Forum - Message Board > General Kayak Fishing Discussion
Home Forum Online Store Information LJ Webcam Gallery Register FAQ Community Calendar Today's Posts Search

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 10-03-2013, 08:54 AM   #1
1b-1s-1b
Junior
 
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Moorpark, CA.
Posts: 8
Ventura County Beach Launch

New to Ocean Kayaking and was wondering where in Ventura County are the best beach launches? I've been kayak fishing Nacimento this summer with my brother (sasquatch) and finally popped for my own kayak (WS Ride 115 Advanced). Im in Moorpark. Any advice would be helpful. Thanks
1b-1s-1b is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-03-2013, 04:31 PM   #2
William Novotny
The carpetbagger
 
William Novotny's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: tha newps
Posts: 1,474
Quote:
Originally Posted by 1b-1s-1b View Post
New to Ocean Kayaking and was wondering where in Ventura County are the best beach launches? I've been kayak fishing Nacimento this summer with my brother (sasquatch) and finally popped for my own kayak (WS Ride 115 Advanced). Im in Moorpark. Any advice would be helpful. Thanks
Hey not from your area and don't really make it up that way but welcome to the addiction
__________________
"The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope."

http://www.badinfluencetattoo.com/gallery.php?artist=21
William Novotny is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-03-2013, 09:35 PM   #3
YakMedic
Senior Member
 
YakMedic's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Wrightwood
Posts: 623
I don't know too many spots up your way but I have launched out of Port Hueneme harbor, the beach park just south of the harbor is usually good but can be tricky if there is multi directional swell. Both spots gives you access to the Canyon that is a short paddle distance and possibility of awesome deep water fishing. If you venture further south you I've lauched at the south end of Thornhill broome beach (across from heart attack hill). Yerba Buena (county line) must make the list as well.

There are some good spots just scout the area and when the surf looks good go for it. Some spots build bigger waves dependent on swell direction and be aware some spots are rocky at low tide.
Have fun and be safe
YakMedic is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-03-2013, 10:10 PM   #4
WildernessWanker
WildernessWanker
 
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Lancaster, CA
Posts: 345
I end up in Ventura a bit, but usually just launch from the beach just outside the harbor across from the breakwall. Probably the easiest beach launch ever since you're somewhat inside the harbor then just a short paddle to open water. I'll also launch up near Faria and Solimar beach, lots of kelp. You just have to time your days there since the surf can be pretty hairy sometimes. Have done decent there catching different sorts, saw some lings pulled out a couple trips ago by a PB. Ventura is a tricky area, not super productive compared to some of the spots further south without some work and time put in. If you can head up the coast a bit more to Santa Barbara you'll find some nice fishing but that's a different thread all together. Shoot me a pm next time you're heading out, can help you find some new spots in the area.
WildernessWanker is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-04-2013, 07:57 AM   #5
1b-1s-1b
Junior
 
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Moorpark, CA.
Posts: 8
Put in yesterday late afternoon at Channel Islands Harbor (Kiddie Beach inside harbor area..... very easy beach launch), just to get a feel of my new Yak (WS Ride 115). Im 6'2" 285 lbs. and choose the Ride for its width (33") and Max Capacity (500lbs) but the ride seemed very tippy and took some getting used to. I had no additional load as it was my first time out. Very easy to paddle and smooth but I think I need to load it up to stable it out more. It rides about 6" to 8" out of the water, very dry, but tippy if you know what I mean. Any advice from other WS Ride Owners? Sasquatch recommended trying other Yaks to get the best for what you need. Any other Yaks for XXXL Men that you all might suggest testing out?
1b-1s-1b is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-04-2013, 08:49 AM   #6
jruiz
Large Member
 
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: La Verne, CA
Posts: 1,011
Take it to a lake, pool, or ocean before it gets too cold and actually try flipping it over. I don't want to go in to the details of primary and secondary stability but some kayaks feel tippy but may actually be pretty hard to roll over.
jruiz is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-04-2013, 10:17 AM   #7
1b-1s-1b
Junior
 
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Moorpark, CA.
Posts: 8
Quote:
Originally Posted by William Novotny View Post
Hey not from your area and don't really make it up that way but welcome to the addiction

"..... welcome to the addiction" this is NUTS. I just got off the water late yesterday afternoon and I can't concentrate at work becuase all I can think about is getting back on my kayak, ..... and I wasn't even fishing!!! Can't imagine what its going to be like when I start ocean fishing. Now I understand what you meant by "addiction" LOL
1b-1s-1b is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-04-2013, 10:45 AM   #8
TJones
Senior Member
 
TJones's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 2,526
Real easy one

Google neptunes net seafood resturant. Located on pch.At ventura / L A county line .across the street was a hot spot in the summer. Not a launch recommended for beginners due to shore break and intervals unless the surf is low. One mile south is Leo Carrillo state park which is more protected and generally an easier launch . Both have free parking on pch . Watch for rocks at Leo at low tide . Good luck , feel free to pm for more info.
TJones is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-04-2013, 11:58 AM   #9
William Novotny
The carpetbagger
 
William Novotny's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: tha newps
Posts: 1,474
Quote:
Originally Posted by 1b-1s-1b View Post
"..... welcome to the addiction" this is NUTS. I just got off the water late yesterday afternoon and I can't concentrate at work becuase all I can think about is getting back on my kayak, ..... and I wasn't even fishing!!! Can't imagine what its going to be like when I start ocean fishing. Now I understand what you meant by "addiction" LOL
From what I understand you have some good fishing up near you. Have fun, be safe and we expect to see some fish porn in the near future from you.
__________________
"The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope."

http://www.badinfluencetattoo.com/gallery.php?artist=21
William Novotny is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-04-2013, 10:22 PM   #10
1b-1s-1b
Junior
 
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Moorpark, CA.
Posts: 8
Quote:
Originally Posted by TJones View Post
Google neptunes net seafood resturant. Located on pch.At ventura / L A county line .across the street was a hot spot in the summer. Not a launch recommended for beginners due to shore break and intervals unless the surf is low. One mile south is Leo Carrillo state park which is more protected and generally an easier launch . Both have free parking on pch . Watch for rocks at Leo at low tide . Good luck , feel free to pm for more info.
Thanks TJones. My son is a lifeguard and I think that is the spot where he recommended too. He says he sees quit a few kayaks south of his tower, so I believe its where you are talking. I'll give it a try after I figure out my seat.... the Phase3 High seat is too High, so I'm going to try the Phase3 Lower and see if that lowers my CoG to a more stable point.
1b-1s-1b is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-30-2013, 10:51 AM   #11
1b-1s-1b
Junior
 
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Moorpark, CA.
Posts: 8
Quote:
Originally Posted by jruiz View Post
Take it to a lake, pool, or ocean before it gets too cold and actually try flipping it over. I don't want to go in to the details of primary and secondary stability but some kayaks feel tippy but may actually be pretty hard to roll over.
jruiz, I purchased the Low-Phase 3 Seat for my WS RIDE 115 and what a difference. This WS Yak is extremely stable and well suited for us bigger guys. I will use the High-Phase 3 Seat in lakes and calm causal rides but anytime in the ocean fishing I will stay with the Low Seat. I also purchased a 240cm Bending Branches Paddle and will report on how that compares to my 230cm.... member Sasquatch says that the difference is huge when you get the right sized paddle.
1b-1s-1b is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-30-2013, 03:11 PM   #12
chxh8me
Senior Member
 
chxh8me's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Thousand Oaks
Posts: 182
Other than launching from inside harbors/breakwalls, all I can say is pick your days carefully when it comes to surf launching in the Ventura County area.

There are not a lot of beaches that are protected from swells/waves. So if you can pick a day with extremely low surf (anywhere from 0-2 feet), that would be your best bet to attempt a surf launch.

If you head up to Santa Barbara, you can launch around Santa Barbara Pier or Goleta beach pretty easily. If you are fishing, just make sure to steer clear of Campus Point (at Goleta beach) and other areas that are closed to fishing.

And always ALWAYS stow your gear inside your yak for launching and landing (especially landing) when there are any signs of waves. If you dont have hatches, make sure you tie everything down securely, and strap your rods down flush to your yak.

Even if there are waves, if you are patient, you ought to be able to time your launch and landing just right so that you can prevent getting tossed. But just know, around this area when it comes to a surf launch/landing, it's only a matter of time before you get rolled. So be careful, and dress accordingly. For example, I'd never wear waders, unless it was flat as a lake out there. Its either boardshorts or a wetsuit for me.

And be careful if you end up launching at County Line/Neptunes Net. There's a reason that there's always surfers there. I've had good luck landing closer towards the condos at the south end of the beach.... with some good timing.

You can also try Leo Carillo. Theres stairs down from PCH for somewhat easy access. But there can be a pretty hefty surf break there as well.

I'm sure there's plenty more places around Ventura and Carp that might have easier launches, but I havent spent much time in that area. Usually its either Malibu or SB for me.
chxh8me is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-31-2013, 11:26 AM   #13
Redeyejedi
Senior Member
 
Redeyejedi's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Westside
Posts: 141
i have a state park pass and frequent heavens for funBques and paddles. beautiful paddle north to mentioned locations, safe easy launch when flat/small, and a pretty decent group of guys that get out there...and a big one for me is usually few boats...i prefer the serenity of not here in motors, just the lapping of the occasional wave alongside the yak.
fun no matter what on nice days


some good info above
Redeyejedi is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-31-2013, 09:40 PM   #14
momo fish
Senior Member
 
momo fish's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Camarillo
Posts: 1,491
welcome.. New as well since last year..so a sophmore I guess..

I'm from Camarillo.. Easy launch area is kiddie beach off channel island harbor.. Or any of the boat ramps in Oxnard or Ventura..

in Malibu stay away from county line.. Way to hard if your new..launch either from Leo Carrillo or even dear creek can be mellow at times.. Found a new launch site near Malibu pier that is easy and you can explore new areas rarely fished..

good luck.. May start fishing more since I was just laid off ;-)

Quote:
Originally Posted by 1b-1s-1b View Post
New to Ocean Kayaking and was wondering where in Ventura County are the best beach launches? I've been kayak fishing Nacimento this summer with my brother (sasquatch) and finally popped for my own kayak (WS Ride 115 Advanced). Im in Moorpark. Any advice would be helpful. Thanks
momo fish is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-01-2013, 01:10 AM   #15
Ra10corpse
Junior
 
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 6
I used to hit Arco Island up at Oil Piers. Dont think anyone now calls it that beach name unless they used to surf up there.

But get off at Seacliff and head up north, go under the freeway. Park at the north end. Easy launch there now since the structure is gone and its like a lake most times even if it is 3' breaks down north or south from there.

Good luck.
Ra10corpse is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-01-2013, 09:45 AM   #16
momo fish
Senior Member
 
momo fish's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Camarillo
Posts: 1,491
Rincon island? If so sweet launch area.. Waves but small and easy timing


Quote:
Originally Posted by Ra10corpse View Post
I used to hit Arco Island up at Oil Piers. Dont think anyone now calls it that beach name unless they used to surf up there.

But get off at Seacliff and head up north, go under the freeway. Park at the north end. Easy launch there now since the structure is gone and its like a lake most times even if it is 3' breaks down north or south from there.

Good luck.
momo fish is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-02-2013, 12:44 AM   #17
MotoDave
Junior
 
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 1
Heading out tomorrow morning, plan is to launch from Mondos beach, surf report forecasts <1' waves. Otherwise I have been putting in at the boat launch in the Ventura keys, easy to get to and way protected.
MotoDave is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-09-2013, 12:14 AM   #18
Slinke79
Junior
 
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 9
Ventura area

Hey guys..
I am new to this site. I also live in Camarillo. If any one is going fishing soon and doesn't mind a tag along pm me. I get out to Oxnard harbor a lot, but I would like to get out to some better spots. I'd like to get out there with at least one other person for safety reasons, as I am still relatively new to the sport of kayak fishing. Any time is a good time, I to was laid off at work.
Slinke79 is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On

Forum Jump


All times are GMT -8. The time now is 10:51 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
© 2002 Big Water's Edge. All rights reserved.