🎣 Top 10 Fish You Can Catch in Cabo San Lucas (Complete Guide 2026)
Cabo San Lucas is known as the “Marlin Capital of the World,” but the reality is even better—this region offers one of the most diverse fisheries anywhere on the planet.
From offshore giants to aggressive inshore fighters, fishing in Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo gives anglers the chance to target multiple species in a single trip.
At Tag Cabo Sportfishing, we’ve spent over 16 years fishing these waters, and here are the top 10 fish you can catch in Cabo 👇
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🥇 1. Striped Marlin
The most iconic species in Cabo, striped marlin are available year-round and are the main reason anglers travel from around the world.
- 🎯 Best season: November – March
- 📍 Location: Pacific side & Sea of Cortez
- 🎣 Techniques: Live bait, trolling, casting
👉 It’s common to catch multiple marlin in one day during peak season.
🥈 2. Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin tuna are one of the most exciting and powerful fish you can target in Cabo.
- 🎯 Best season: Summer to Fall (but available year-round)
- 📍 Location: Offshore banks & Sea of Cortez
- 🎣 Techniques: Kite fishing, poppers, live bait
👉 Fish can range from 20 lbs to over 200+ lbs
🥉 3. Dorado (Mahi-Mahi)
Dorado are known for their vibrant colors and aggressive strikes.
- 🎯 Best season: Summer & Fall
- 📍 Location: Floating debris, weed lines
- 🎣 Techniques: Trolling, casting lures
👉 One of the best eating fish in Cabo
🐟 4. Wahoo
Wahoo are one of the fastest fish in the ocean.
- 🎯 Best season: Fall & early winter
- 📍 Location: Offshore drop-offs
- 🎣 Techniques: High-speed trolling
👉 Known for explosive strikes and incredible speed
🐓 5. Roosterfish
A favorite among inshore anglers, roosterfish are powerful and aggressive.
- 🎯 Best season: Spring to Summer
- 📍 Location: Beaches & shallow water
- 🎣 Techniques: Live bait, lures, fly fishing
👉 One of the most fun fish to catch inshore
🐠 6. Sierra Mackerel
Perfect for light tackle fishing close to shore.
- 🎯 Best season: Winter
- 📍 Location: Inshore waters
- 🎣 Techniques: Casting lures
👉 Great for beginners and families
🐟 7. Jack Crevalle
Known for their strength, jack crevalle put up an incredible fight.
- 🎯 Best season: Year-round
- 📍 Location: Inshore & beaches
- 🎣 Techniques: Poppers, live bait
👉 Pound-for-pound one of the strongest fish
🐟 8. Grouper (Cabrilla)
Bottom fishing in Cabo offers great opportunities for grouper.
- 🎯 Best season: Winter & Spring
- 📍 Location: Rocky structure
- 🎣 Techniques: Jigging, bait fishing
👉 A hidden gem in Cabo fishing
🐟 9. Snapper
Snapper are great table fare and fun to catch.
- 🎯 Best season: Year-round
- 📍 Location: Reefs & structure
- 🎣 Techniques: Bottom fishing
🐟 10. Sailfish
Sailfish are fast, acrobatic, and exciting to catch.
- 🎯 Best season: Fall & Winter
- 📍 Location: Offshore waters
- 🎣 Techniques: Trolling, live bait
🌊 Why Cabo San Lucas is One of the Best Fishing Destinations in the World
The unique location of Cabo—where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez—creates nutrient-rich waters that attract bait and large predators year-round.
This is why anglers can:
- Catch multiple species in one trip
- Fish both inshore and offshore the same day
- Experience world-class sportfishing in every season
🚤 Ready to Catch These Fish?
At Tag Cabo Sportfishing, we offer:
✔ Inshore fishing charters
✔ Offshore fishing trips
✔ Luxury yacht fishing experiences
✔ Multi-day fishing expeditions
Whether you’re targeting marlin offshore or roosterfish along the beach, our experienced crew will guide you to the best fishing grounds in Cabo.
📍 Cabo San Lucas | San José del Cabo | East Cape
📅 Contact us today to book your fishing trip
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