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Latest Cabo San Lucas Fishing Report

August 23, 2026

Fishing in Cabo San Lucas this past week was productive. August brought heat and humidity, plus warm ocean water temperatures ranging between 85°F to 91°F.

Striped Marlin were the most active this week. Boats reported multiple hookups daily of Striped Marlin between 90 and 120 lbs. Charter Boats also spotted Blue and Black Marlin, but they were less common than the Striped Marlin.

The local Cabo fleets brought in consistent numbers of Yellowfin Tuna, from 10 lbers up to 90 lbs. Boats found the Tuna 20 to 30 miles offshore.

It was a slower week for Dorado, but they were present. Boats caught School sized fish trolling close to shore.

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This Weeks La Paz Fishing Report

August 23, 2026

Air temperatures consistently ranged from daily highs of 93°F to 98°F, with overnight lows hovering between 76°F and 84°F. Sea surface water temperatures in the Gulf of California near La Paz remained a warm 85°F to 88°F.

Smaller Dorado were abundant in local waters. While larger fish were uncommon, boats consistently hooked dorado 10 to 20 lbs. Trolling lures and using live sardines were the best techniques this week.

Boats found Striped Marlin and Sailfish just outside the bay areas this week. Most of the Striped Marlin hookups averaged between 80 to 110 lbs. Slow trolling live bait produced the most billfish strikes.

The large Tuna schools moved out into deeper, cooler waters. Charters were still able to catch smaller Tuna using jigs or chunking bait.

San Jose del Cabo

July 26, 2026

Warm mid-summer weather brought calm seas and mid-80s water temperatures this week San Jose del Cabo. Local fishing fleets focused their efforts on Iman, San Luis, and the Gordo Banks. Yellowfin tuna are still swimming in these areas, but the bite remains highly inconsistent. However, dorado numbers increased significantly while billfish action spiked later in the week. Additionally, anglers enjoyed highly reliable roosterfish action closer to the shoreline.

Yellowfin Tuna

Yellowfin tuna bit inconsistently this week, but boats working the Iman Bank successfully picked off scattered fish in the 20 to 60-pound class. Most hookups came from slow-trolled caballito and strip baits. However, anglers needed long drifts to produce one to three fish per boat. Despite these tougher conditions, patient boat captains continued to find steady action, especially during the calmer morning periods.

Dorado

Fishing action improved steadily, with school‑size fish from 8–15 lbs and occasional bulls over 20 lb. Dorado numbers were not high late in the week, but the fish that did show were solid quality. Ballyhoo, small trolling lures, and casting around surface structure produced the best results.

Billfish

Striped marlin remained scattered but highly active. Meanwhile, reports of boats finding 200 to 300-pound blue marlin. Also, active sailfish were feeding mid week. Most anglers hooked these billfish on trolled lures or live caballito.

Roosterfish

Roosterfish weighing 10 to 40 pounds patrolled the sandy beaches north of San José this week. Anglers used live caballito to produce highly consistent action along the shore. Furthermore, calm seas and warm water created ideal conditions.

Los Barriles / East Cape

July 26, 2026

Anglers enjoyed excellent fishing at the East Cape this week thanks to warm waters and abundant offshore marine life. The region delivered a classic mix of mid-summer species. Specifically, blue marlin, striped marlin, dorado, yellowfin tuna, and roosterfish all bit aggressively. Furthermore, the weather remained highly stable with light winds and daytime highs in the upper 80s. However, finding reliable bait continued to be the main challenge for local boats.

Yellowfin Tuna

Yellowfin tuna provided the most consistent offshore target for local boats this week. Anglers successfully located fish schools feeding under active birds and porpoises. Consequently, catches varied greatly in size, ranging from 20 to 100 pounds. Captains used poppers, small trolling feathers, and live bait during the morning hours.

Dorado

Local Boats found excellent numbers of dorado offshore throughout the week. Medium-sized fish were common, especially around current lines and floating debris.

Billfish

Boats targeting dorado and tuna frequently raised striped marlin. Additionally, blue marlin made regular appearances, giving anglers occasional shots at a heavy hookup. Therefore, fishermen who spent full days offshore consistently found opportunities. These anglers enjoyed warm, clean blue water and light winds, which created ideal conditions for trolling spreads.

Roosterfish

Roosterfishing remained very good for anglers visiting the East Cape this week. Heavy fishing pressure along the beaches recently pushed the best action into slightly deeper water. Consequently, boats slow-trolling live bait around the Lighthouse area successfully targeted trophy fish weighing 35 to 80 pounds. Meanwhile, smaller roosters in the 8 to 20-pounds were plentiful closer to shore.

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