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Reserve a Fresh Whole King Salmon

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  • Fresh – Get your fish the day we catch it
  • Wild & Locally Caught
  • Ike Jime & Gutted
  • Fillet & Vacuum Sealing Available
  • Local Pickup & Overnight Shipping

How does this work?

Commercial Salmon Fishing Santa Cruz

Step 1 – Join our wait list and get an email with your scheduled catch dates when your fish will be coming over the rail.

Step 2 – We will contact you 24 to 48 hours before your assigned catch date to confirm your fish reservation.

Step 3 – You will get a text with a picture of your fish, and what time we will be returning to the dock. Along with a payment link. 

Step 4 – Collect your salmon that day at our warehouse on Soquel & 41st, right off Hwy 1. Overnight shipping available on request. 

Step 5 – Enjoy your fresh local meal, plus a bonus tomato plant. This amazing local resource provides us with some of the healthiest, nutrient-packed food for you and your family. Vacuum sealing and fillet services are available post-purchase if needed. 

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How big is your fish?

That all depends on what fish comes over the rail when it’s your turn. The smallest legal-sized King (Chinook) Salmon is 8 pounds. The average fish is around 12 pounds; the largest fish we get is about 30 pounds. Anything bigger and you consider yourself lucky. 

How much to budget for your fish?

So expect to pay around $130 to $300 per whole fish. We only sell whole fish, as required by state law, which is great, as you can add nutrients to yourself and your garden. The entire salmon can be cooked and used; none should go to waste.

Storing Your Fish

Ask about fillet and vacuum-sealing services that are available after the purchase of a whole fish. That’s for some silly legal reason. Salmon freezes very well, and all salmon should be frozen before eating raw for health reasons. Frozen, it can keep for around a year. Keep yourself and your family fed with the freshest, healthiest, fattiest salmon at a very affordable price of around 50–60% cheaper than retail.   

Catch dates for the 2027 season will be emailed to everyone on our list once PFMC and CDFW set the season.