DURASNARE
Catch & Cook Crabbing Experience Under the Golden Gate Bridge – San Francisco Bay Tour
Catch & Cook Crabbing Experience Under the Golden Gate Bridge – San Francisco Bay Tour
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What to do in San Francisco? Learn how to catch crabs in the San Francisco Bay under the Golden Gate Bridge! Perfect for beginners, this 3.5-hour hands on session will teach you the proven techniques of catching Rock Crabs using Durasnare’s top-rated crab snares with a rod and reel. You will enjoy a delicious catch and cook experience after your crabbing session.
What is included:
- All loaner gear provided – Durasnare crab snares, bait, rods, buckets, gloves & more
- Personalized instruction from experienced guides who live and breathe coastal crabbing. Group instruction format dependent on booking size.
- 3.5 hours of guided action from start to finish—no prior experience needed
- Tips & tricks to legally, safely, and efficiently target crab from shore
- High Quality Photos and GoPro video footage included
- Enjoy a full catch-and-cook experience where we clean, prep, and either cook your legal catch on-site or prepare it for you to take home.
A FISHING LICENSE IS NOT REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS GUIDED TRIP
What You’ll Learn:
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How to rig, bait, cast and use a crab snare like a pro
- How to identify legal-sized and species-appropriate crabs
- Best baiting strategies and timing for peak results
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Coastal safety and ethical harvesting practices
- How to dispatch, clean and cook crab
Species We Target:
- Red Rock Crab & Brown Rock Crab – aggressive fighters with delicious claws and sweet taste
- (Dungeness Crabs are not permitted to be retained within the San Francisco Bay, however, we will occasionally catch them as a bycatch)
Guided Trip Location:
- Torpedo Wharf, San Francisco CA
- Trip Duration: 9:00AM - 12:30PM weekdays / 8:00AM - 11:30PM weekends
IMPORTANT:
- Participants must be in good physical condition. This trip involves physically demanding activity, including walking on uneven terrain, hopping, jumping, and climbing over rocky jetties. For your safety and the safety of others, all attendees should be able to move confidently and independently in these conditions. If you have mobility limitations or health concerns, please contact us before booking.
- All participants must agree to and complete a waiver and release of liability form prior to the start of the trip. This is mandatory for participation and will be provided by Durasnare staff.
- Each purchase covers one participant. If you have additional guests attending or plan to gift this experience, please increase the quantity for each additional person.
Whether you're looking for an exciting outdoor activity, trying something new with friends, or learning skills to feed your family from the sea, this trip offers unforgettable memories and real results.
Spaces are limited—book your spot now and come crab with the best in the game!
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My husband and I met Lawrence in July at a fishing event at unfortunately lost his card. This January we stumbled upon him again! I had been bugging my hubby since July about going crabbing with that 1 guy lol. When we saw him in Sacramento we had to get a chance to talk with him. Lawrence showed us a flyer about the San Francisco crab and cook. I wasn’t going to miss out this time! We booked with him the next week. The weather was great, we had a family of 3 in our group. The day couldn’t have been better. He explained everything and was so patient to answer all our questions. Helping everyone to cast correctly or casting for some of us to get our bait in a better spot! After all of that he cooked for us too! Nothing better than eating crab straight from the ocean that you caught. A dream come true. Such a fun day, we are planning our next trip with Lawrence.
My parents and I had a an amazing time on a crabbing tour through Durasnare!! Lawrence was a very patient and knowledgeable instructor, breaking down every step of crabbing so it was easy to understand and grasp even just within an hour or so of learning. He would also provide gentle guidance as we went that allowed our small group of 5 people to catch over a dozen crabs! It also helps that afterwards you get to enjoy the fruits of your labor with a delicious crab lunch. As someone with little to no fishing experience (and no previous crabbing experience), this experience definitely blew my expectations out of the water and I'd definitely recommend this unique tour for locals and visitors alike!
We had such an amazing time on our Durasnare crabbing experience! The guides were extremely helpful, informative, and encouraging! We left feeling confident enough to go out on our own after, which was our main goal. To top it all off, we had an excellent crab boil after we crabbed. 100% would recommend to anyone who has been interested in trying!
We rang in 2026 with the Durasnare Catch & Cook Experience, and it was easily the highlight of our trip.
The Experience: It’s rare to truly 'wow’ me these days, but the owner, Lawrence, is a rare gem. His transition from hobbyist to expert business owner is evident in his incredible knowledge and patience. He doesn’t just 'do a job'—his passion for the craft is infectious and his affable nature made the learning process a joy.
The Gear: We bought 8oz Durasnares directly from him and put them to the ultimate test against inclement weather and a King Tide. They performed flawlessly (except user error issues lol) In fact, we were approached by several locals who noticed our success and wanted a look at our gear. They all noted the same thing, the Durasnare design and loops were what caught their eye indicating other brands simply couldn’t match. I’m glad we did not have to spend years experimenting with other brands.
If you want a masterclass in crabbing and gear that out-snares the rest, Lawrence and his Durasnare are the only way to go.
Went crabbing in the rain January 1. Had the best experience learning how to crab. We caught a ton of crab and had a awesome experience. He makes the best crab traps on the market and runs a rock star guiding service. I would recommend him to everyone. Unbelievable day