Fish These Shore Spots
| Spot | What to expect | Best tide |
|---|---|---|
| Cholla Bay | Sandy and rocky shoreline right by the lodge. Corvina and small reef fish | Incoming |
| Rocky points around Cholla Bay and town | Rock edges that drop into deeper water. Reef fish, sierra | Mid to high incoming |
| Harbor jetty area | Deeper water close to the rocks. Access around the working harbor can change, so ask locally | Moving water |
| Sandy Beach | Long sandy beach. Occasional corvina and halibut | Incoming |
See all spots on our Rocky Point fishing spots map.
Time It with the Tide
Rocky Point's tide can swing more than 20 feet, which completely changes the shoreline.
- Start a couple of hours before high tide. As the water floods in, baitfish and crabs get stirred up and predators follow.
- Move back as the water rises. The spot you started on may be under water an hour later.
- Low tide is for scouting. Walk the flats at low tide to find rocks, channels, and holes, then fish them when the water returns.
Read our full fishing tides guide and check the tide chart.
Rig for Shore Fishing
- Rod and reel: a 7 to 9 foot medium spinning rod with 15 to 20 lb line.
- Rigs: a sliding sinker rig with a 2/0 hook for bait, plus a few jig heads and soft plastic swimbaits.
- Lures: spoons and small metal jigs for sierra.
- Bait: shrimp, squid, or cut bait.
- Leader: fluorocarbon, plus a short wire leader if sierra are around.
- Extras: pliers, a towel, a bucket or small cooler with ice, and water shoes.
Gear is not provided for shore fishing, so bring it from home. See our bait and tackle guide.
Stay Safe on Rocks and Flats
- Watch the incoming tide. It can cut off the way back from a rocky point or sandbar. Always know your exit.
- Wear shoes with grip. Rocks exposed at low tide are slick with algae.
- Never drive onto wet flats. Trucks and ATVs sink, and the tide comes back fast.
- Shuffle your feet in sandy water to avoid stingrays.
- Bring water and sun protection. Summer heat on the rocks is serious.
Check the License Rules
Under Mexico's fisheries law, fishing from shore on foot does not require a Mexican fishing license, while fishing from any boat does (General Law of Sustainable Fisheries, Article 69, checked October 2026). Shore anglers still have to follow size limits, closed seasons, and daily limits. Daily limits and protected species rules still apply. See our Mexican fishing license guide.
Stay Near the Best Shore Spots
The lodge sits in Cholla Bay, about 100 feet from the water. Walk down on the incoming tide, catch dinner, and walk back. When the crew wants a boat day, we line up a charter. See the lodge →
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you fish from shore in Rocky Point?
Yes. Shore fishing is popular in Cholla Bay and from rocky points and jetties around town. Fish the incoming tide for the best results.
What can you catch from shore in Rocky Point?
Shore anglers commonly catch corvina, sierra, and smaller reef fish, depending on the spot, season, and tide.
Do I need a license to fish from shore in Mexico?
No. Under Mexico's fisheries law, fishing from shore on foot does not require a license, but size limits, closed seasons, and daily limits still apply. Fishing from any boat does require one.
Is there a fishing pier in Rocky Point, Mexico?
Many online results for "Rocky Point fishing pier" refer to a state park in the U.S. In Rocky Point, Mexico, shore anglers fish beaches, rocky points, and jetty areas instead.