CABO FISHING
OFFSHORE FISHING
INSHORE FISHING
STRIPED MARLIN
Cabo San Lucas has been and continues to be one of the world's greatest sport fishing destinations, and with good reason. Known as the "Marlin Capital of the World", the waters off Los Cabos benefit from the merging of two major bodies of water – the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez. Nutrient rich waters driven by offshore currents lure a variety of game fish to the area providing year-round action on species like marlin, sailfish, swordfish, dorado, tuna and wahoo. Get a better understanding of when the peak fishing seasons occur for the most popular gamefish in Los Cabos with our Cabo fishing seasons chart.
Cabo San Lucas lays claim to nearly 70 world record fish including catches in the all-tackle, line-class and fly-fishing categories. Not many places offer up the chance at setting a new world record, but Los Cabos can and does. A quick review of our Los Cabos fishing hot spots map will show you just how close to port many of the best fishing spots are.
In this section of Cabo's Best, you'll find all types of information that will help make your Los Cabos fishing trip a success.
Take the time to check out the best in Cabo sport fishing charters, get fishing tips, learn techniques for catching tuna, dorado and marlin… even know what you'll need to do to take your fish home from Mexico. If you're looking to take home a big winner's check, consider entering any one of the many fishing tournaments in Los Cabos.
We hope you find our guide to Cabo fishing helpful and may your Cabo fishing trip be something you'll remember for years to come.
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Cabo San Lucas and the waters that surround the tip of Baja Sur are loaded with fishing hot spots. Wonder where they are and when they're biting? Learn more in our fishing seasons and locations overview.
When's the best time of year for fishing? Do I need a license? Can I take my fish back home? Those are some of the questions we get from folks interested in fishing in Los Cabos. Check out the answers in our Cabo Fishing FAQ's.
Marlin.... big, strong billfish that roam warm waters of the Indo-Pacific including Los Cabos. Here are some tips that can lead to more hook-ups, especially when targeting Black Marlin in Los Cabos.