sandwg:
In an attempt to save gas... is Steamer Lane a viable spearfishing spot? With the horde of surfers nearby I presume sharks are less of a consideration as risk is spread around a bit! I pulled my old Mako railgun down from the rafters and it's still in good shape. New rubbers and ready for action.
I've seen a handful of mentions and a video but curious as to what people's experience has been. I can trundle over to Monterey or Carmel but thinking I'd enjoy a closer spot.
TIA
Sand
NowhereMan:
I'm not a spear fisher, but I do kayak fish in that area frequently. Maybe I'm just not observant, but I don't recall ever seeing anyone spearfishing near Steamer Lane or Mitchell's Cove. Yet, I have seen spearos at Pleasure Point, which seems like a sharkier spot to me.
PISCEAN:
I saw spearos in the kelp around Steamer's maybe 4-5 years ago. I talked to them and they were looking for WSB. They had not seen any when I talked to 'em.
I'd think maybe the kelp off of Getchells might be better, but that's only because I've pulled halibut and some cabbies from that area (and I never caught anything around Steamers).
sandwg:
Thanks for the replies. On my hunt mapping app, they actually have Steamers showing as a dive spot. Water is rather shallow in the area so when this wind and swell die down, I'll post up a report.
divenfish:
I dove there many years ago. There are rockfish and occasional ling in the kelp, halibut in the sand channels. You can pound sand from Cowell's, it is shallow but halibut are known to frequent the cove. If you feel adventurous you can dive around the pier, the sand is brown and the halis can be more visible in the dark sand. lots of open water between the pier and the lighthouse reef, it can feel spooky. Other option would be to dive the reef by the lighthouse towards Mitchell cove. Viz can be a shitz but if you pick your day with good conditions. Good luck