April 2026 Cabo Fishing Report: Species, Weather & Best Techniques

April offers some of the best weather of the year for fishing:

• Air temps: 72–88°F
• Water temps: 72–76°F
• Wind: 5–12 knots
• Seas: Smooth mornings; moderate afternoon breeze
• Rain: Very little to none

Perfect for full-day offshore charters, family trips, and mixed inshore/offshore runs.

April is an interesting transition month — cooler-water winter species are still present, while early warm-water fish begin showing up.

Striped marlin remain active through early–mid April, especially on the Pacific side.

• Golden Gate Bank
• Finger Bank
• Lighthouse Reef

April often brings clear blue water, making marlin tailers easier to spot for sight-casting.

Tuna activity is strong in April depending on current flows.

• 25–50 miles offshore
• Gordo Banks
• Porpoise pods
• Temperature break lines

Tuna typically range 25–80 lbs, with potential for larger fish on deeper runs.

Early spring dorado begin showing with warmer pockets of water.

• Floating debris
• Current lines
• Offshore rips

Their aggressive surface strikes and acrobatics make them a favorite for April anglers.

Wahoo are often caught in April along ridges and drop-offs

• Transitional temps (72–75°F)
• Clean blue water lanes
• Bait schools concentrated along edges

High-speed trolling produces the most reliable results.

April is a top inshore month, especially for:

• Roosterfish
• Sierra mackerel
• Snapper
• Grouper
• Jack crevalle
• Bonito

Warming inshore water boosts feeding activity along beaches and rocky points.

• Golden Gate Bank — marlin & dorado
• Gordo Banks — tuna & wahoo
• The Ridge — mixed bag of dorado, wahoo, occasional tuna
• Finger Bank — marlin (longer run but worth it)

• Migrino Beach — roosterfish & jacks
• Santa Maria Bay — snapper, grouper & sierra
• Chileno Bay — reef species & sierra
• Palmilla Beach — roosterfish & bonito

Effective for:

• Marlin
• Tuna
• Roosterfish

Live mackerel, caballito, and mullet produce consistent strikes.

Perfect for:

• Wahoo
• Tuna
• Fast-moving predators

Use dark, deep-diving lures or high-speed skirted baits.

Works great for:

• Roosterfish
• Jack crevalle
• Dorado (when near the surface)

Poppers and surface plugs create explosive visual strikes.

Excellent for:

• Snapper
• Grouper
• Amberjack (when present)

Drop jigs near rocky structure or reef edges.

With April’s clear water and sunny mornings, tailing marlin are visible on the surface.

Use:

• Live bait
• Pitch baits
• Circle-hook rigs

• Lightweight sun-protective clothing
• Morning windbreaker
• Polarized sunglasses
• High-SPF sunscreen
• Hat or buff
• Comfortable deck shoes

Epic Ventures Fishing Charters provides all rods, tackle, and bait.

Fishing with Epic Ventures gives anglers the advantage of:

• Local captains who know daily migrations & current patterns
• Comfortable boats designed for offshore & inshore trips
• Pro gear for all skill levels
• Family-friendly and customizable trips
• Real-time bite tracking & hotspot updates

They know exactly where April’s action is strongest — and how to put you on fish fast.

April 2026 delivers one of the most exciting seasonal transitions of the year in Cabo San Lucas. With lingering marlin, emerging dorado, active tuna, and excellent inshore bites, anglers enjoy a month filled with opportunity and ideal weather conditions.

Whether you’re chasing your first trophy fish or planning a family-friendly day on the water, April is a fantastic time to be fishing in Los Cabos.