yellowfin tuna hotspots near cabo - Blue Sky Cabo

yellowfin tuna hotspots near cabo

🐟 Cabo Fishing Report: Yellowfin Tuna on Blue Ocean – August 2nd, 2025

On August 2nd, the crew aboard the Blue Ocean departed from Cabo San Lucas Marina before sunrise, heading toward the 1150 Spot and San Jaime Bank — two legendary offshore tuna zones. With warm currents, bait-rich waters, and calm seas, the team landed multiple yellowfin tuna in a classic Baja summer blitz.


🌊 Conditions & Location

  • Water Temperature: 86–88°F
  • Sea State: Light breeze, glassy surface
  • Hot Zones: 1150 Spot & San Jaime Bank
  • Strike Times: 6:45 AM and 10:30 AM flurry
  • Depth: Surface to 100 ft, near current breaks

Tuna were spotted under dolphin pods and frigate birds, feeding aggressively on sardines and flying fish.


🛥️ About the Boat: Blue Ocean – Blue Sky Cabo Fleet

The Blue Ocean is a long-range sportfisher built for offshore precision and comfort:

  • Twin diesel engines for speed and endurance
  • Tuna tubes, outriggers, and sonar-equipped helm
  • Air-conditioned cabin, shaded deck, restroom, and Starlink WiFi
  • Open bar, breakfast, and tournament-grade crew

🎣 Catch Highlights

SpeciesWeight RangeGear UsedFight Time
Yellowfin Tuna30–90 lbsPenn 50W, cedar plugs, live bait15–45 minutes
  • Total Tuna Landed: 5
  • Largest Fish: ~90 lbs, caught on a cedar plug trolled at 7 knots
  • Angler Highlight: Guest from Vancouver landed two tuna back-to-back during the mid-morning bite

🎯 Tactics & Gear

  • Trolling Spread: Cedar plugs, Nomad Madmacs, and rigged ballyhoo
  • Live Bait: Sardines and skipjack deployed on circle hooks
  • Chumming: Light sardine chumming to hold the school
  • Tech: Sonar used to track dolphin pods and bait concentrations

📅 Why August Is Prime for Tuna

August is peak yellowfin season in Cabo. Warm water pushes bait offshore, and tuna feed aggressively near current breaks. The 1150 Spot and San Jaime Bank are top producers, especially during early morning tide shifts.


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Final Word

The August 2nd trip aboard Blue Ocean delivered classic Baja tuna action — fast runs, screaming reels, and full coolers. With expert tactics, top-tier gear, and a dialed-in crew, this trip proved why Cabo remains one of the world’s premier tuna destinations.

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