Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Inshore Temp:
75
Offshore Temp:
74
The Reel Baja's Tip of the Week
With the weather getting hot some of the best fishing will be early in the morning and late afternoon. Concrete on those times especially if fishing from the beach. The fish can certainly be active other times of day but those “magic hours” can be some of the best.
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The Reel Baja5-Day Outlook as of 12/16/25
We expect good weather and good fishing this upcoming week. We will see a little wind in the afternoons from the Southeast it that is typical for this time of year. The fishing should remain steady as the water temperatures are looking good.
Techniques & Tips as of 12/16/25
Inshore - This time of year we see a lot of action early in the mornings as well as the low light hours in the evenings. People tend to over look these time periods. If you want some great action get up and on the water early or fish a little later in the day as those "magic" hours can be great. Offshore - have a few different rods ready from 8wt. to 12/14wt as you never know what you might encounter as far as species and size of fish. It never fails you will be running to a destination and you run into feeding fish on your way. You need to be ready for anything before you leave the dock.
Current Conditions as of 12/16/25
Mag Bay End of Season Update I am beginning to wrap up my season here in Magdalena Bay. After being on the water since October 1st, it’s time for me to shift back toward my next locations, even though there are still fish in the area. The wrap-up is based on my schedule, not because the fishing has finished. Marlin We have continued to see very good marlin numbers. The water cooled down and turned a little green in spots, and that change slowed the bite somewhat compared to the peak stretch, but there are still plenty of marlin around. Every day has presented opportunities. As we move deeper into December, these fish will hang around a little longer before eventually thinning out. For now, there is still marlin to be found and conditions remain productive. Roosterfish Along with the marlin, we have enjoyed good roosterfish action when conditions line up. Several quality fish have been caught over the last part of the season and they have added a fun highlight to the program. Weather & Conditions The weather has been warmer than expected this year. Normally mornings are much cooler in December, but this season has been mild: • Comfortable mornings • Warm afternoons • Minimal wind We have had many nice days on the water, and the coming week looks favorable, making for a strong finish to the season. Season Transition I will be here for about another week before returning to Los Barriles. Just after Christmas, I will be traveling to the Bahamas for about ten days. When I return, I will begin guiding back and forth between Cabo and San José, along with taking reservations for my Los Barriles season. Summary Magdalena Bay has once again provided a great run: • Strong marlin presence • Good roosterfish action • Warm weather • Very little wind • Consistently enjoyable fishing days It has been a successful stretch on the water, and I look forward to returning next year. For now, we’ll finish out the final week and enjoy the last days of the season here in Mag Bay.Local Species Available Year Round
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Roosterfish
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tunas
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marlin
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jacks
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sailfish
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dorado
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wahoo
The Reel Baja's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
| Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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| Premium Bonefish Selection | N/A | |
| Orvis Endorsed Guide Baitfish Fly Selection - 8 Flies | Mullet brown | 3/0 |
| Orvis Endorsed Guide Baitfish Fly Selection - 8 Flies | Sardina | 3/0 |
| TRB Sardina | Olive and white | 2/0 - 4/0 |
| TRB Special Rooster Fly | Blue and White | 2/0 - 4/0 |
The Reel Baja's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Mirage Big Game Leaders
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Best Tippet:
Mirage Pure Fluorocarbon Tippet
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
10-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Saltwater All-Rounder WF Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Class V Sink Tip Fly Line