Fishing in Los Cabos
Fishing in Los Cabos
Los Cabos is one of the most popular sportfishing destinations in the world. Each year, Los Cabos hosts six world-renowned sportfishing tournaments, with prizes ranging from $500,000 to over a million dollars. It’s the perfect place to catch large quantities of Tuna, Dorado, Black and Blue Marlin, and Sailfish.
Below is helpful information to plan your trip—plus a month-by-month breakdown of what to expect and the best time to fish.
What to Know Before You Go
Sportfishing Charters
Cabo San Lucas offers numerous sportfishing charter companies that provide guided fishing trips. These charters typically include experienced captains and crews who are knowledgeable about local fishing spots and techniques.
Fish Species
Some of the most popular fish species you can catch in the waters of Cabo San Lucas include:
Marlin (both Blue and Striped)
Dorado (also known as mahi-mahi)
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Roosterfish
Snapper
And more
Fishing Techniques
Anglers in Cabo San Lucas use a variety of techniques depending on the targeted species and preferences, including:
Trolling
Live bait fishing
Fly fishing
Bottom fishing
Fishing Seasons
The fishing season in Cabo San Lucas can vary depending on the species you’re targeting. However, some peak seasons include summer for marlin and dorado, while winter is known for its abundance of yellowfin tuna.
Fishing Tournaments
Cabo San Lucas hosts several fishing tournaments throughout the year, attracting professionals and amateurs alike. These events offer a chance to compete and showcase fishing skills for large prizes up to $1 million dollars.
Regulations
It’s important to adhere to local fishing regulations and guidelines. Fishing licenses are required, and certain catch limits and size restrictions may apply to protect the marine ecosystem.
If you’re interested in fishing in Cabo San Lucas, contact our team today and we can align you with the vessel that best suits your needs.
Month-by-Month: Best Time to Fish in Cabo
January (One of the best months)
Temperature: 75 degrees
Humidity: 68%
Most Common Fish Caught: Striped Marlin, Dorado, Yellowfin Tuna
February
Temperature: 75–78 degrees
Humidity: 65%
Most Common Fish Caught: Striped Marlin, with smaller Yellowfin Tunas coming in
March
Temperature: 80 degrees
Humidity: 68%
Most Common Fish Caught: Sea Bass, Snapper, Grouper and Cabrilla. Yellowtail start to come in towards the middle-end of the month.
April
Temperature: 80s
Humidity: 60%
Most Common Fish Caught: Striped Marlin and Dorado. Inshore you’ll typically score Yellowtail, Spanish Mackerel, and Skip Jack.
May
Temperature: 89 degrees
Humidity: 60%
Most Common Fish Caught: Bigger Marlin and Dorado. Inshore you’ll start to catch some Rooster Fish.
June
Temperature: 94 degrees
Humidity: 65%
Most Common Fish Caught: Striped Marlin is the number one catch, but you may also score Tuna, Blue Marlin, and even Wahoo! You’ll be sure to score some Rooster fish and Grouper inshore.
July
Temperature: 90s
Humidity: 65%
Most Common Fish Caught: Bill fishing is the best in July—Striped Marlin and Sail Fish with the occasional Blue Marlin. Wahoo is another big winner in July (one of the most delicious fish to eat and an aggressive fish to reel in!). Inshore you may find Rooster fish up to 40–50 lbs.
August
Temperature: 90s
Humidity: 70%
Most Common Fish Caught: Sail Fish flourish during this time and we see 300+ lb Black and Blue Marlin. Yellowfin Tuna is also prevalent. Inshore you will see Roosters, Wahoo and Dorado.
September (One of the best fishing months)
September is considered one of the best fishing months. Make sure to check the weather report, as September does have the occasional tropical storm.
Temperature: 90s
Humidity: 70%
Most Common Fish Caught: Large Yellowfin Tuna and 300+ lb Black and Blue Marlin are more common, as well as Wahoo, Dorado, and Sail Fish.
October (Best month for fishing)
October is the best month for fishing, which is why most of the big tournaments are held this month.
Temperature: High 80s, low 90s
Humidity: 70%
Most Common Fish Caught: Anglers expect to catch 300+ lb Yellowfin Tuna and Black and Blue Marlin, plus large Dorado, Wahoo and Sail Fish. It is a very busy time in Cabo San Lucas and charters need to be booked far in advance because of the demand.
November
Temperature: 83 degrees
Humidity: 50%
Most Common Fish Caught: Dorado, Sailfish, Striped Marlin and Tuna offshore. Inshore there are Wahoo and Mako sharks. The WON Tuna Jackpot Tournament is early November—be sure to plan around that, as the most boats are in the water at that time.
December (Best weather of the year)
Temperature: High 70s, low 80s
Humidity: 65%
Most Common Fish Caught: Striped Marlin, Dorado, Wahoo and Yellowfin Tuna are all on the menu. Inshore you’ll most likely see Sail Fish.
