El Capitan Reservoir Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in El Capitan Reservoir

Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C.
San Diego, California
Reported 2 weeks ago
We recently had the pleasure of taking a family down to the Coronado Islands for a fun day on the water. The fishing conditions were great, and the overall experience was even better. It was a perfect mix of quality fishing, beautiful scenery, and a relaxed family atmosphere aboard Bluebill.
Trips like this are what we love most helping families and groups create memorable days on the water while enjoying everything San Diego and the Coronado Islands have to offer.
Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C. San Diego, California Reported 2 weeks ago
We recently had the pleasure of taking a family down to the Coronado Islands for a fun day on the water. The fishing conditions were great, and the overall experience was even better. It was a perfect mix of quality fishing, beautiful scenery, and a relaxed family atmosphere aboard Bluebill.
Trips like this are what we love most helping families and groups create memorable days on the water while enjoying everything San Diego and the Coronado Islands have to offer.
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Fishing in San Diego, California
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Theodore Panos
Theodore P.
San Diego, California
Reported 1 month ago
The fishing has been pretty good! Pier fishing trips have been producing. Spot Fin Croaker, Yellowfin Croakers , Leopard Shark ,Guitar Sharks and Mackrel.

The Kayak Fishing and Bay Fishing trips have been producing Spotted Bay Bass, Sand Bass, and California Halibut, as well as Barracuda
Theodore Panos
Theodore P. San Diego, California Reported 1 month ago
The fishing has been pretty good! Pier fishing trips have been producing. Spot Fin Croaker, Yellowfin Croakers , Leopard Shark ,Guitar Sharks and Mackrel.

The Kayak Fishing and Bay Fishing trips have been producing Spotted Bay Bass, Sand Bass, and California Halibut, as well as Barracuda
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Fishing in San Diego, California
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Aaron Gilfand
Aaron G.
San Diego, California
Reported 1 month ago
Offshore Charter six people five yellow tail
Aaron Gilfand
Aaron G. San Diego, California Reported 1 month ago
Offshore Charter six people five yellow tail
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Trevor Walsh
Trevor W.
San Diego, California
Reported 1 month ago
Bluefin fishing staying steady, with Fish from 20 to 120 pounds being caught daily
Trevor Walsh
Trevor W. San Diego, California Reported 1 month ago
Bluefin fishing staying steady, with Fish from 20 to 120 pounds being caught daily
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Fishing in San Diego, California
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Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C.
San Diego, California
Reported 3 months ago
1/2 to 3/4 day local fishing has been good! Great rockfish, lingcod and yellowtail!!
Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C. San Diego, California Reported 3 months ago
1/2 to 3/4 day local fishing has been good! Great rockfish, lingcod and yellowtail!!
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Fishing in San Diego, California
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Trevor Walsh
Trevor W.
San Diego, California
Reported 3 months ago
Excellent local rock cod fishing
Trevor Walsh
Trevor W. San Diego, California Reported 3 months ago
Excellent local rock cod fishing
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Fishing in San Diego, California
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Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C.
San Diego, California
Reported 3 months ago
Fun family day over the weekend!
Ezekiel Cruz
Ezekiel C. San Diego, California Reported 3 months ago
Fun family day over the weekend!
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Harry Markarian
Harry M.
Los Angeles, California
Reported 4 months ago
Incredible fishing for our guys ! Limits of whitefish and limits of Sheephead and a handful of sculpin . 5 anglers over 60 fish caught
Harry Markarian
Harry M. Los Angeles, California Reported 4 months ago
Incredible fishing for our guys ! Limits of whitefish and limits of Sheephead and a handful of sculpin . 5 anglers over 60 fish caught
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Harry Markarian
Harry M.
Los Angeles, California
Reported 5 months ago
Big halibut are biting ! This one was pushing 30lbs
Harry Markarian
Harry M. Los Angeles, California Reported 5 months ago
Big halibut are biting ! This one was pushing 30lbs
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Nathan Beall
Nathan B.
San Diego, California
Reported 5 months ago
The current fishing is comprised of excellent Bonito fishing with some Yellowtail mixed in. The bite is largely starting on Jig Strikes and moving to fly lined sardines. This is going off on half day - 3/4 day trips. We can take 13 anglers on our larger boat. Our smaller boat is good for 5+ depending on trolling or drift fishing

Halibut and Bass is also productive inshore.
Nathan Beall
Nathan B. San Diego, California Reported 5 months ago
The current fishing is comprised of excellent Bonito fishing with some Yellowtail mixed in. The bite is largely starting on Jig Strikes and moving to fly lined sardines. This is going off on half day - 3/4 day trips. We can take 13 anglers on our larger boat. Our smaller boat is good for 5+ depending on trolling or drift fishing

Halibut and Bass is also productive inshore.
Fishing in San Diego, California
Fishing in San Diego, California
Fishing in San Diego, California
Fishing in San Diego, California
Fishing in San Diego, California
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Recent El Capitan Reservoir Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. Parker was very knowledgeable and clearly experienced with the local fishery. He gave me a crash course on forward facing sonar and we used it to catch a bunch of fish!

    Michael W. | April 30, 2026

    Trip: Socal Bass Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome experience!! Beautiful boat. Parker was so nice and knowledgeable. Highly recommend. We learned so much and can’t wait to book again!

    Alicia R. | April 29, 2026

    Trip: Socal Bass Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Parker was great. Helpful and super knowledgable. He kept us on fish all day. Very pleasant guy.

    Joseph A. | April 10, 2026

    Trip: Socal Bass Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Parker was awesome. Personable and attentative. Highly recommend. Guy is a fisherman too!

    Drew B. | March 3, 2026

    Trip: Socal Bass Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    I had the pleasure of having Parker as my guide to get after some big largemouth on my recent trip to SoCal. Parker was absolutely incredible. Put me on the fish all day. Extremely knowledgeable and very easy to get along with. He was well prepared by scouting the lake a few days prior and we crushed it. His rig was awesome; spacious, clean and fast. I can’t imagine there is a better guide in this region. 11 out of 10!!! Thank you again, Parker. You are the man!!!!!

    Luke S. | February 27, 2026

    Trip: Socal Bass Fishing Trip

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