Surf fishing in Cabo
For those who don’t do well with the “motion of the ocean” and prefer to stay on solid ground. Cabo San Lucas has abundance of surf fishing options.
Sierra mackerel are one of the most common of our surf species. They don’t get too big, but they do show up in big numbers. All the fly-fishing records are from Cabo San Lucas or Todos SaThese slim, streamlined fish have golden spots along their sides, along with very sharp teeth.
There is a variety of snapper in our area, including red Dogtooth Cubera snapper, and Coconaco Snapper. Most of these max out around 20 pounds, but they are deceptively strong. They are all found in rocky areas, from which they ambush their prey. Due to their habitat, heavy line and leader is a must in order to prevent being cut off on the rocks. I recommend blind casting when you suspect they’re nearby.
Grouper live and feed in the same areas, and people often reel in ten-pounders. While Jack Crevalle and Roosterfish are normally found cruising outside the sandy beaches, but they occasionally dart into the rock for a bit of opportunistic feeding.
Spinning gear is the most common tackle for Surf casting, although you’ll still see locals using hand lines baited with freshly caught sand crabs or small pieces of cut bait. Spinning gear allows you to cast past the breakers, and your rod should be between 10 and 13 feet in length to get the leverage and distance needed.
