Loreto

Baja California Sur, Mexico · Saltwater · Intermediate

A quiet Sea of Cortez town beneath the Sierra de la Giganta, with islands and deep water close inshore. Yellowtail in the cooler months and dorado through the summer.

Getting there & access

  • Fish from: boat

If fishing inside Parque Nacional Bahia de Loreto, note that CONANP's updated management programme enlarged the park's no-fishing area to 6,219.3 hectares, restricts low-selectivity fishing gear and prohibits jet skis and other motorised water vehicles. Check the park's current zoning map and CONANP and CONAPESCA rules before fishing.

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Species

  • yellowtail
  • dolphinfish
  • cabrilla

Best times to fish

  • Yellowtail (Jan-Apr)
  • Dorado (Jul-Oct)
  • Early morning around the islands

Recommended gear

Essential

  • Medium-heavy spin or jigging outfit
  • Yo-yo jigs and live bait
  • Fluorocarbon leader
  • Sun protection

Optional

  • Panga charter
  • Sounder
  • Cool box

Regulations and requirements

  • CONAPESCA licence required for everyone aboard a vessel
  • Loreto Bay National Marine Park has protected zones and gear restrictions
  • Daily bag limits apply per species

Rules change regularly — always confirm with the relevant fisheries authority before you fish.

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