Inshore Roosterfish Action in Cabo: Live Mullet Fishing in Cabo's 30-Foot Depths
Experience the thrill of inshore fishing in Cabo San Lucas as we target one of the most iconic gamefish in Baja—roosterfish.
In this episode, we fish shallow structure in about 30 feet of water, using live mullet and a precise setup designed to trigger aggressive strikes from these powerful predators.
Roosterfish are known for their speed, strength, and explosive runs—making them one of the most exciting fish you can catch close to shore in Cabo.
💥 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
🐟 Bait Selection
Why live mullet is one of the most effective baits for roosterfish—and how to rig it for natural presentation and maximum action.
🎣 Gear Setup
Why we use 40 lb fluorocarbon leaders in clear water
How to stay stealthy while still handling powerful fish
Balancing strength vs invisibility
🌊 Inshore Fishing Techniques
Fishing structure in 30 ft of water
Topics covered
- cabo sportfishing
- fishing
- cabos
- fishing tournaments
- fishing in cabo san lucas
- sportfishing in cabo
- fishing trip to cabo
- guided fishing trip to cabo
Fish this yourself in Cabo
Our captains run these exact programs year round out of Cabo San Lucas — from striped marlin on the teasers to inshore roosterfish and offshore yellowfin tuna. Pick your boat and we’ll build the trip around the bite.