jtaniyama - 11-10-2008 at 07:59 AM
TextMy wife and I will be spending a week around the Punta Pescadero area and I would like to know
how the shore fishing is this time of year. I realize that it is not the prime fishing time down there, but I would just like to do some fishing and
catch a few fish to eat.
Also, any suggestions on lures would be appreciated. With the restrictions on weight that the airlines are imposing now, I have to be aware of what I
pack for terminal tackle. I will be bringing two travel rods in cases that are about 31" long. Has anyone brought these on a plane as carry on
luggage?
I am new to this forum, but I have read with great interest the postings.
Thanks,
Jim
jtaniyama - 11-10-2008 at 09:47 AM
Forgot to mention that we will be there from the 27th of Cecember until the 3rd of January
Russ - 11-10-2008 at 10:10 AM
There should be something to catch all year there. Krocodile spoons or Hopkins to match the rods you're taking are a good start. Some one will answer
more specifics. Have FUN! And welcome to the Nomads
BajaGringo - 11-10-2008 at 10:54 AM
Pompano - you are a giant among fishermen! Anybody who can catch fish on a pen and a pair of eyeglasses is king of the sea in my book!!!
Sorry, but I just couldn't resist....
Ken Bondy - 11-10-2008 at 10:54 AM
There are fish in that area all year round, including the possibility of some winter jurel (yellowtail). Just south of Hotel Punta Pescadero is a
curved bay they used to call the "Tuna Hole", with deep water close to shore. You should have good inshore fishing there for cabrilla, big triggers,
huachinango, etc. Also a possibility for jurel. Will you have access to a panga or will you be fishing from shore?
[Edited on 11-10-2008 by Ken Bondy]
Ken Bondy - 11-10-2008 at 10:56 AM
Pompano do you troll those glasses deep or do you work them on the surface like a popper?
[Edited on 11-10-2008 by Ken Bondy]
jtaniyama - 11-10-2008 at 11:36 AM
Pompano,
Do you mean the Crocidile Dundee method of fishing in New York Harbor? LOL
Skipjack Joe - 11-10-2008 at 11:43 AM
Alaska airlines has been very fisherfriendly over the years. Any rod case that can fit in the overhead compartment was permitted when we traveled.
That covered rod cases somewhere in the 3' - 4' range.
Jay Murakoshi's has been leading fishing groups down to that area for years and unlike all the others these 'classes' fish from shore half of the
time. You may want to ask him for suggestions. He's very willing to help. His people fish primarily with flies. I believe they've even caught YFT
casting from shore and that's pretty amazing. They like the Punta Colorada area which is right next to where you're going. The two Punta Arenas in
that area are very good for shore fishing with good opportunities for roosterfish and jack crevalle.
http://www.fliesunlimited.com/Home.html
Cypress - 11-10-2008 at 03:04 PM
Wish you luck!
Please give us a fishing report.
bajajudy - 11-10-2008 at 03:41 PM
Be prepared for wind.
Suerte!
Baja Babe - 11-11-2008 at 09:01 AM
use missles. 50lb leader. low light conditions. sierra, yellowtail. I KNOW!
jtaniyama - 11-11-2008 at 09:36 AM
Ken Bondy- I was thinking about getting a panga when we first get there to see if we couldn't fill the frig with fillets. The people that I am
renting the house from know of local folks that run pangas. Would love to get a tuna if they are around. A yellowtail would be nice also.
Baja Babe- Are you taking missles like in a Tady?
Jim
gnukid - 11-11-2008 at 10:59 AM
I have enjoyed winter fishing from Punta Pescadero to the 'tuna canyon' off the pyramids, trolling from near shore to about 3km out, for the last
twenty years. Its truly more about fun compared to seasonal fishing. But here's a bit of information.
All the aforementioned fish are likely with bonito being more common. You can fish off the beach below the hotel or above and catch all types. Its
best to be out early til sunrise. That means 5-7am especially for Sierra.
In Tuna Canyon you will catch a fish, almost for sure, but most likely in Winter it will be a Bonito which we do not eat often. But you can have fun
and try your luck. Usually I do a run through there on the way in.
That said, I have seen some record catches off the beaches further down toward Martine's, There a woman is known for surf casting and getting her lure
way out, I have seen her catch some of the biggest fish ever, for winter, 70-80 lb wahoo and tuna.
But of course, water temperature and currents are everything. The winds tend to move in 3 day cycles, so when you see the wind coming off the norther
cycle after 2-3 days get ready. Now its not much fun to go and and get caught by the Norther hitting at 8am so you'll want to watch the weather
closely. After 3 days of 20knots the next days will likely be yours. You'll see the water calming down on the tail end of the norther so even though
its windy, its less choppy in advance of the calm.
The calm days are meant for best fishing. Well either way, that's the beauty of surf shore fishing you can get out quickly due to short setup time and
you can break down quickly.
I wouldn't waste too much time with a panga if you are chartering, though they are available, make sure you choose your day and get out there early
with bait. I prefer small boats launched from shore, even a kayak is excellent and make your passes early and head in for sure the wind will arrive at
9am and either way the fishing is over.
Here in the photo you can see the pyramids lining up at tuna Canyon and I think you can see a bait ball running to shore.
Baja Babe - 11-11-2008 at 01:59 PM
My casa is just to the left, OUT OF VIEW,in gnukid's photo. Missiles look like a piece of car antenna with a treble hook attached. All the tackle
shops here in LB sell them. From shore I use a 9ft. rod, Penn 8500 coffee grinder spooled with 20lb. Andy and about 3ft. of 50lb. leader. I DO catch
more fish than when I used to use a wire leader with almost never a bite off. First light is best but not the only time to catch sierra. Almost
everybody leaves the sand a little after daylight. I stay a while longer, an hour or two, great opportunity to catch yellowtail and amberjacks before
the wind comes up. Jig the missile a little and tease the yellows to strike. No bad days.
UnoMas - 11-11-2008 at 05:25 PM
Welcome to Nomads jtaniyama;
Surprised that no one has mentioned using bait or fishing at night Bring some #6
hooks and 1 & 2 oz. pyrmid weights, they will hang in the sand better, look for a good sand bottom during the day before going fishing or you will
be breaking off a lot of gear and it isn't fun trying to retie in the dark. 
Use a
typical bottom rig with two hooks suspended above the weight. I use a med. action rod with 10-12 lb. line. I use a 30# short leader as it is stiff
enough to hold your hooks out to the side of your main line. Use marble size pieces of shrimp for bait, it will out fish squid or cut bait.
Don't forget to bring a good head lamp or better yet a coleman lantern. You will catch Pargo, grunts, yellow fin croaker & who knows
. I recommend the book Fishes of the Pacific Coast by Gar Goodson to identify your
catch.
Fishing is best on an incoming tide to about an hour after hightide.........Good luck