LOADING
FISHING GUIDE

SEASONS &
FISHING GROUNDS

Every season brings a different opportunity on the waters of San José del Cabo.

From nearby banks to productive offshore grounds, our captains select each destination according to seasonal conditions, water temperature, currents, bait, and the species you want to pursue.

SPORTFISHING CALENDAR

WHEN THE
BITE IS ON

SAN JOSÉ DEL CABO · BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR

SPECIES
SEASON
PEAK SEASON
Striped Marlin
November – May
January – April
Blue Marlin
July – October
August – September
Black Marlin
July – October
August – September
Sailfish
July – November
September – October
Yellowfin Tuna
July – December
September – November
Mahi-Mahi DORADO
July – November
August – October
Wahoo
September – January
October – December
Roosterfish
March – August
May – July
Amberjack
YEAR-ROUND
February – April & October – November
Cabrilla
YEAR-ROUND
October – March
NOTE

Fishing seasons may vary depending on water temperature, ocean currents, and weather conditions. Our captains evaluate these conditions every day to select the best fishing grounds and techniques, giving you the best opportunity for a successful and memorable day on the water.

FISHING GROUNDS OVERVIEW

WHERE THE
ACTION HAPPENS

FROM PUERTO LOS CABOS · NORTH THROUGH THE EAST CAPE

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DEPARTURE POINT PUERTO LOS CABOS / EAST CAPE
FISHING GROUNDS
MARINA PUERTO LOS CABOS DEPARTURE POINT INNER GORDO 5–7 NM OUTER GORDO 8–10 NM 25 BANK 13–15 NM LA FORTUNA 14–16 NM IMAN BANK 14–16 NM SAN LUIS BANK 18–22 NM VINORAMA 22–28 NM N 000° STYLIZED FISHING GROUNDS OVERVIEW NOT FOR NAVIGATION
NEARSHORE GORDO BANKS 5–10 NM
MID-RANGE 25 · IMAN · LA FORTUNA 13–16 NM
NORTHERN GROUNDS SAN LUIS · VINORAMA 18–28 NM
DEPARTURE LOCATION Marina Puerto Los Cabos
San José del Cabo, B.C.S.
DISTANCES ARE APPROXIMATE · DAILY DESTINATION DEPENDS ON CONDITIONS
WHERE WE FISH

FISHING AT ALL SPOTS IN
SAN JOSE DEL CABO

Productive fishing grounds extend north from Puerto Los Cabos, giving our captains multiple options depending on the season, target species, and conditions on the water.

NEARSHORE BANK

INNER
GORDO BANK

Located just minutes from Puerto Los Cabos, Inner Gordo Bank is one of San José del Cabo's most productive fishing grounds. Its underwater structure and abundant bait attract game fish throughout much of the year.

DISTANCE 5–7 NAUTICAL MILES
RUNNING TIME 15–20 MIN
TARGET SPECIES
Yellowfin Tuna
Striped Marlin
Mahi-Mahi
Sailfish
Cabrilla
OFFSHORE BANK

OUTER
GORDO BANK

Known worldwide among anglers, Outer Gordo Bank is famous for attracting trophy pelagic species thanks to its deep water and strong currents.

DISTANCE 8–10 NAUTICAL MILES
RUNNING TIME 25–30 MIN
TARGET SPECIES
Blue Marlin
Black Marlin
Striped Marlin
Yellowfin Tuna
Mahi-Mahi
Wahoo
Sailfish
OFFSHORE BANK

IMAN
BANK

Iman Bank is one of the area's most productive offshore fishing grounds, well known for outstanding opportunities to target Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi, and seasonal Marlin.

DISTANCE 14–16 NAUTICAL MILES
RUNNING TIME 40–50 MIN
TARGET SPECIES
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Mahi-Mahi
Sailfish
Marlin
OFFSHORE BANK

25 BANK

Located close to Iman Bank and La Fortuna, 25 Bank is a productive offshore area where ocean currents and bait concentrations attract trophy pelagic species throughout much of the year.

DISTANCE 13–15 NAUTICAL MILES
RUNNING TIME 35–45 MIN
TARGET SPECIES
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Yellowfin Tuna
Mahi-Mahi
Wahoo
OFFSHORE GROUNDS

LA
FORTUNA

La Fortuna is one of our captains' favorite fishing grounds thanks to its diversity of species and consistent offshore action throughout the year.

DISTANCE 14–16 NAUTICAL MILES
RUNNING TIME 40–50 MIN
TARGET SPECIES
Yellowfin Tuna
Mahi-Mahi
Wahoo
Cabrilla
OFFSHORE BANK

SAN LUIS
BANK

San Luis Bank is a versatile offshore area where changing depths and currents regularly attract pelagic fish and species associated with underwater structure.

DISTANCE 18–22 NAUTICAL MILES
RUNNING TIME 50–65 MIN
TARGET SPECIES
Yellowfin Tuna
Mahi-Mahi
Wahoo
Cabrilla
NORTHERN GROUNDS

VINORAMA

Located north of San José del Cabo, Vinorama is known for its crystal-clear waters, spectacular scenery, and diverse fishery. It offers an unforgettable combination of offshore fishing and the natural beauty of the Sea of Cortez.

DISTANCE 22–28 NAUTICAL MILES
RUNNING TIME 60–75 MIN
TARGET SPECIES
Yellowfin Tuna
Mahi-Mahi
Wahoo
Cabrilla