MORE Bluefin & El Niño Warmth Fueling the Coast


by Morro Bay Landing Staff
11-11-2026
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If you thought the season was cooling down, think again! Our local fleets are seeing an incredible continuation of heavy-grade action, with bluefin tuna dominating the counts!

What is driving this relentless offshore bite? We are feeling the strong influence of El Niño-driven warm water anomalies pushing up the coast.

This thermal shift creates a pronounced temperature break, squeezing baitfish and pelagics into concentrated surface zones. For anglers, this means fewer miles spent searching and more concentrated, explosive school activity when you find the right meter marks or bird play.

Lots of unexpected species and active pelagics are continuing to pop up on our radar, keeping our captains and crews continuously surprised day in and day out. As long as these favorable warm-water parameters hold, the window for exceptional bluefin fishing remains wide open.

Get out on the water, secure your spots early, and get ready for heavy pulls!



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