California halibut are large, toothy flatfish found in nearshore waters from Baja’s Magdalena Bay to Washington’s Quillayute River, thriving between central California and Baja. These visual ambush predators are a favorite among Cedros anglers.
Trophy-sized halibut up to 50 lbs are caught here using popular methods like trolling or drifting with baited hooks or lures. Another incredible sportfish in our rich, fertile waters.
A favorite among anglers, kelp bass thrive along the central and southern California coast and northeastern Baja, stretching from Washington’s Columbia River to Baja’s Magdalena Bay. Found near kelp beds, reefs, rock jetties, and breakwaters, they inhabit waters as shallow as a few feet to depths of 150 ft (46 m).
Known for their delicious flavor and feisty fight, calico bass are a prized catch, especially around Cedros Island, where nutrient-rich waters and abundant kelp shelters help them grow larger than anywhere else along Baja. Here, 3 to 6-pounders are common, but even bigger trophy fish lurk in these nearshore waters.
California yellowtail thrive along the Pacific coast from Baja California to Los Angeles, with occasional sightings as far north as Washington.
Cedros Island is a hotspot for these prized game fish, serving as a major breeding ground where trophy yellowtail over 40 lbs are common. Anglers flock here to chase these powerful fighters, with peak action during late spring, summer, and early fall.
The white seabass is a stunning fish with an elongated body, a bold mouth, and a distinct ridge running down its belly. Its back shimmers in shades of grey-blue to copper, adorned with dark speckles along its sides, while its belly gleams with a silvery shine. A signature black spot sits at the base of its pectoral fins, and young seabass are often marked with striking dark bars along their sides.