- When
- Usually January
- Host port
- Dana Point
- Organizer
- Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching
- Species
- California halibut
Annual January to March halibut contest run from Dana Wharf, where anglers fishing its halibut trips compete for the heaviest fish, with monthly leaders and an overall winner posted on the derby page.
Organizer's siteOfficial results
Results
| Year | Category | Winner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Overall winner | Bruce North, The Clemente | 26 lbs 3 oz |
| 2025 | Overall winner | Jerry Vyhnis | 19.4 lbs |
| 2024 | Overall winner | Brandon Casas | 19.8 lbs |
Winners as the organizer or the cited results publish them.
