World Class Fishing in the Sea of Cortez

The Sea of Cortez contains some of the finest fishing in the world. Fishing is available by boat or shore. The most common fish caught immediately off San Felipe is the Corvina or Sea Bass. Larger Sea Bass (Grouper), Triggerfish, and Snapper are typically caught "bottom fishing." Trolling is also a popular means of fishing and as you venture down the coast of the Baja, schools of tuna, yellowtail, dorado (aka: mahi mahi, dolphin fish), and billfish such as Marlin, are often taken by such means. The Sea of Cortez has historically been an extremely productive habitat and fishing is deeply rooted into the history of San Felipe. In fact, San Felipe still remains a quiet fishing village today. And the magical fishing stories you hear from the Sea of Cortez had something to do with the naming of El Dorado Ranch. The original owner named our Ranch El Dorado after he returned from a fantastic day of catching the dorado fish.

San Felipe has always been a fishing village due to the abundance of ocean resources. Not only are "game fish" regularly caught, but shell fish such as lobster, crabs, and shrimp are also a big part of the local diet. And, you'll definitely want to sample some of these recipes while you're visiting San Felipe.

When you visit La Ventana del Mar, we will be happy to assist you in finding a guide, boat, and equipment if needed and get you some help locating the hot fishing spots so you can go out and catch your own dinner and then share your stories with the group at Juanito's Cantina.