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.

GregAndrew · 07-01-2013, 09:21 PM

I would not count on the gps coordinates put out by the dfg. They can usually put you in the general area, but I have yet to find one within a few hundred feet of where it is supposed to be. The Redondo AR can be fun for bass when they are around, but not usually much else. Hermosa AR is similar but usually less active. There can be some good rockfishing in deeper water out there if you can find it. Palos Verdes also has good rockfishing, but either place is going to be a good peddle.

GregAndrew · 07-01-2013, 09:46 PM

I would not count on the gps coordinates put out by the dfg. They can usually put you in the general area, but I have yet to find one within a few hundred feet of where it is supposed to be. The Redondo AR can be fun for bass when they are around, but not usually much else. Hermosa AR is similar but usually less active. There can be some good rockfishing in deeper water out there if you can find it. Palos Verdes also has good rockfishing, but either place is going to be a good peddle.

Saba Slayer · 07-02-2013, 06:09 AM

You probably won't find any rockfish at the artificial reefs (bass,sculpin and maybe a halibut)...but there is a very deep underwater canyon right outside the harbor. If you can find a hard bottom reef there you will find some rockfish. The are also tons of Sand Dabs along the edges of the canyon and just off the hard bottom areas. I was out on Saturday and had some good rock fishing for some nice Reds and Stars and a limit (35) of Crabs... the Sand Dabs were a nuisance although there were some big ones.

Good Luck
JIm / Saba Slayer

CheapPelican · 07-02-2013, 01:25 PM

^ How deep does the edge of the canyon start at?

Saba Slayer · 07-02-2013, 06:31 PM

The canyon runs perpendicular to the beach in Redondo and kind of parallel to the peninsula. It starts right outside the harbor.

"How deep does the edge of the canyon start at?"
I guess the shallow edge nearest shore is at about 55' to 65'.

Jim / Saba Slayer

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! __________________

07-02-2013, 06:09 AM	#9
Saba Slayer Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Palos Verdes Posts: 1,855	Rockfish You probably won't find any rockfish at the artificial reefs (bass,sculpin and maybe a halibut)...but there is a very deep underwater canyon right outside the harbor. If you can find a hard bottom reef there you will find some rockfish. The are also tons of Sand Dabs along the edges of the canyon and just off the hard bottom areas. I was out on Saturday and had some good rock fishing for some nice Reds and Stars and a limit (35) of Crabs... the Sand Dabs were a nuisance although there were some big ones. Good Luck JIm / Saba Slayer Last edited by Saba Slayer; 07-02-2013 at 06:16 AM. Reason: add photo

07-02-2013, 01:25 PM	#10
CheapPelican Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Too far from the launch. Posts: 443	^ How deep does the edge of the canyon start at? __________________

07-02-2013, 06:31 PM	#11
Saba Slayer Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Palos Verdes Posts: 1,855	Canyon The canyon runs perpendicular to the beach in Redondo and kind of parallel to the peninsula. It starts right outside the harbor. "How deep does the edge of the canyon start at?" I guess the shallow edge nearest shore is at about 55' to 65'. Jim / Saba Slayer

07-01-2013, 07:17 AM	#3
jruiz Large Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: La Verne, CA Posts: 1,008	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.

07-01-2013, 09:21 PM	#7
GregAndrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 2,384	I would not count on the gps coordinates put out by the dfg. They can usually put you in the general area, but I have yet to find one within a few hundred feet of where it is supposed to be. The Redondo AR can be fun for bass when they are around, but not usually much else. Hermosa AR is similar but usually less active. There can be some good rockfishing in deeper water out there if you can find it. Palos Verdes also has good rockfishing, but either place is going to be a good peddle.

07-01-2013, 09:46 PM	#8
GregAndrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 2,384	I would not count on the gps coordinates put out by the dfg. They can usually put you in the general area, but I have yet to find one within a few hundred feet of where it is supposed to be. The Redondo AR can be fun for bass when they are around, but not usually much else. Hermosa AR is similar but usually less active. There can be some good rockfishing in deeper water out there if you can find it. Palos Verdes also has good rockfishing, but either place is going to be a good peddle.