Pigeon Point Fishing?

Thanks all for responding.
I have been kayaking/fishing in the ocean for 3 years.  I usually go out Linda mar beach or Pilar point harbor.  I am also a long-time surfer and have done free diving. 

My boat is a 10 ft wilderness systems.  I have recently added a trolling motor (optional) for the salmon fishing, which I have done from party boats.  I am safety conscious, I have radio, beacon, shark shield (wife provided, of course).  Knowing what the ocean can dish out, I don't like going in dicy conditions  This winter has been rough, with few opportunities for relatively flat conditions on days I'v had free.   Previous years were gentler.  I live in Pacifica.  Know the effects of tides and individual swells and weather is a big factor.  I am mostly retired, so have more days to choose to fish.  I have had some success with Ling Cod and rockfish, but slow success/progress.   

I have read the many reports about Bean Hollow.  Also books about how people get in trouble. 

My friend who wants to go is a fear-challenged daily Montara surfer.  I'm not such a risk-taker and if Pidgeon Point is overly risky, I wouldn't go.  I won't surf Montana anymore.  Conditions change too quickly.

It would be nice to go with someone experienced with the area.

Is it a beach or cove launch?  If anyone needs a partner and wants to go I would consider, after looking at conditions.

Thanks

Pillar point is a cove and very doable when surf launch is sketchy elsewhere. There is a long stair access and it’s always nice to have someone with you to bring kayak down or up the stairs. On the other hand, Bean Hollow is a beach access that can get really sketchy. I’ve had a few “oh shit” moments there launching and landing. I think you’d be fine. Just wait for hookups, it’ll happen. Darius usually posts them. I don’t go there much like I used to since I live too far from there now (used to live in Daly City).

Pillar point is a cove and very doable when surf launch is sketchy elsewhere. There is a long stair access and it’s always nice to have someone with you to bring kayak down or up the stairs. On the other hand, Bean Hollow is a beach access that can get really sketchy. I’ve had a few “oh shit” moments there launching and landing. I think you’d be fine. Just wait for hookups, it’ll happen. Darius usually posts them. I don’t go there much like I used to since I live too far from there now (used to live in Daly City).

I've even had some "oh sh*t" moments there while out on the water!

Thanks all for responding.
I have been kayaking/fishing in the ocean for 3 years.  I usually go out Linda mar beach or Pilar point harbor.  I am also a long-time surfer and have done free diving. 

My boat is a 10 ft wilderness systems.  I have recently added a trolling motor (optional) for the salmon fishing, which I have done from party boats.  I am safety conscious, I have radio, beacon, shark shield (wife provided, of course).  Knowing what the ocean can dish out, I don't like going in dicy conditions  This winter has been rough, with few opportunities for relatively flat conditions on days I'v had free.   Previous years were gentler.  I live in Pacifica.  Know the effects of tides and individual swells and weather is a big factor.  I am mostly retired, so have more days to choose to fish.  I have had some success with Ling Cod and rockfish, but slow success/progress.   

I have read the many reports about Bean Hollow.  Also books about how people get in trouble. 

My friend who wants to go is a fear-challenged daily Montara surfer.  I'm not such a risk-taker and if Pidgeon Point is overly risky, I wouldn't go.  I won't surf Montana anymore.  Conditions change too quickly.

It would be nice to go with someone experienced with the area.

Is it a beach or cove launch?  If anyone needs a partner and wants to go I would consider, after looking at conditions.

Thanks

Search for "EKG".  Its in between Bean Hollow and Pigeon Pt. 

http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=25491.msg269823#msg

Search for "EKG".  Its in between Bean Hollow and Pigeon Pt. 

http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=25491.msg269823#msg

I’ve landed there when it got really windy. Its definitely more doable on a good day. Close to fiahing grounds

Dude!,
Just take a drive and go check it out!
Odds are it's gonna be a day you wished you brought your gear, or the complete opposite.
For me, going to different places and imagining I had to "Unload, Launch, Land and Reload" has brought several spots within the realm of personal possibility, and others not so much.

The Secret to Pigeon Point...
   
 the BUDDY SYSTEM!

Search for "EKG".  Its in between Bean Hollow and Pigeon Pt. 

http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=25491.msg269823#msg

I’ve landed there when it got really windy. Its definitely more doable on a good day. Close to fiahing grounds

Pare, post a hook up.  My SS is getting dusty.   

Search for "EKG".  Its in between Bean Hollow and Pigeon Pt. 

http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=25491.msg269823#msg

I’ve landed there when it got really windy. Its definitely more doable on a good day. Close to fiahing grounds

Pare, post a hook up.  My SS is getting dusty.   

Absolutely kuya! My freezer only has 1 vacuum pack fillet. When the condition is right I will definitely post hook up.