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San Francisco Catch-and-Cook Crabbing Experience
TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10
Very goodTop 12% in San Francisco
20 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score
- San Francisco
- 3 hrs 30 min
- Updated November 2, 2026
Learn to catch and prepare rock crab on a hands-on coastal outing beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, with gear and bait provided.
About this tour
Cast a line beneath the Golden Gate Bridge and discover the hands-on pleasure of coastal crabbing. This 3.5-hour San Francisco Catch-and-Cook Crabbing Experience introduces you to crab snares, baiting, casting, and reeling, with guides showing you how to identify species and measure your catch. No prior experience or fishing license is required, and equipment and bait are provided.
The outing brings the catch from water to table: learn how to clean your crab, then enjoy cooked rock crab with a view of the coast. Dungeness crabs cannot be retained at this location, while rock crabs may be kept year-round. You can also capture the day with photos and videos from the experience.
Meet at Torpedo Wharf after parking at the Crissy Field lot. Dress for changeable coastal weather and wear sturdy, non-slip shoes. Whether you're new to crabbing or simply curious about the shoreline, this San Francisco Catch-and-Cook Crabbing Experience offers a memorable way to spend time outdoors. Book your spot and try your hand at the catch.
Highlights
- Learn to bait, cast, and use crab snares with hands-on guidance
- Reel in rock crabs beneath the Golden Gate Bridge
- Identify crab species and learn how to measure and clean your catch
- Taste freshly cooked rock crab with coastal views
- Get photos and videos of your experience
What's included
Included
- 3.5-hour crabbing experience
- Crabbing equipment and bait
- First-aid equipment
- Water
- Cooked rock crabs
- Lunch
Ratings on each provider
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View on ViatorViator
5.00 / 5 · 14 reviews
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View on GetYourGuideGetYourGuide
5.00 / 5 · 6 reviews
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Important information
- Wear comfortable, non-slip, closed-toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty
- Bring extra layers and a change of clothes; coastal weather can be windy and cold
- Bring sunscreen, a hat, water, and snacks
- Dungeness crabs cannot be kept at this location; rock crabs may be retained year-round
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- No fishing license or prior experience is required
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Wheelchair accessible; transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a stroller; service animals are allowed
- Park at the Crissy Field Parking Lot on Marine Drive, then look for the Durasnare banner at Torpedo Wharf
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a fishing license or prior experience?
No fishing license or prior experience is required. Guides provide instruction and equipment.
Which crabs can I keep?
Dungeness crabs cannot be retained at this location. Rock crabs may be kept year-round.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear closed-toe, non-slip shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Bring extra layers, a change of clothes, sunscreen, a hat, water, and snacks.
Where is the meeting point?
Park at the Crissy Field Parking Lot on Marine Drive, then find the black-and-white Durasnare banner at Torpedo Wharf.
Is the experience suitable for everyone?
Travelers should have moderate physical fitness. It is not recommended for people with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health.
How this score is calculated
This tour scores 5.00 on Viator and 5.00 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.
How the score works and rating distribution in San Francisco
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.0. Top 12% in San Francisco means it ranks in the top 12% of tours in San Francisco by this score.
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