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Archived report. Published April 7, 2026 and superseded by a newer report.
SaltwaterCalifornia · San Diego· April 7, 2026Hot bite

Yellowtail Running at the Coronado Islands

Long-range and half-day boats finding yellowtail at the Coronados. Iron jigs and surface poppers producing fish to 30 lbs.

CURRENT CONDITIONS
64°F
Water temp · 7-day
Waxing Gibbous
Moon phase
Current rips concentrating bait
Tide / flow
Sunny, light NW swell, 68°F — beautiful SoCal weather
Weather

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What's biting

Hot
Yellowtail
Iron jigs and surface poppers
Active
Calico Bass
Swimbaits around kelp
Active
Yellowfin Tuna
Trolled cedar plugs offshore

What's next

The yellowtail bite is the best it's been in months. Boats are limiting on quality fish at the islands. Tuna are also showing in warmer water further offshore. Book your trip now before spots fill up.

Context

San Diego's long-range fleet offers some of the best saltwater fishing access in the country.

Synthesized from real-time NOAA buoy data, USGS stream gauges, and current reports across regional fishing blogs, captain updates, and angler forums. Check local regulations before keeping fish. Never trust a single source for a trip decision.

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