Can you fish off the beach in Costa Rica?

Shore Fishing in Costa Rica It is easy, bring with you your favorite rod & reel and bring them with you. No protocols, no restrictions nor fishing licenses for fishing from the shore in Costa Rica, just fun and relaxing casting for some jacks, mackerel, blue runners and if lucky: small Roosterfish!!!.

How do you catch Roosterfish from shore?

Roosters generally feed close to the shore in shallow water near rocky areas but will chase live baitfish to the surface at depths of less than 200 ft. One of the best lures to catch roosterfish is the Canal Magic Swimmer. Cast it out and reel back in at medium to quick speeds.

What is the best bait for surf casting?

Baits. Sand Fleas are by far the best bait for surf fishing. You have heard the phrase, “Match the hatch” well, sand fleas are the most common food for fish in the surf. Other things that make good bait are live shrimp, fiddler crabs, and fresh peeled shrimp.

When to go surf fishing in Costa Rica?

So, enjoy surf fishing in Costa Rica, sometimes it is just in front of the house or resort, only a few meters away from you. It is better to be ready. Many foreigners enjoy the dry season in Coco beach in months between January and late March, the beach, the sun and for someone fishing early morning.

What kind of lures do they use in Costa Rica?

I fished with feathers (lures made from a real chicken) and a kind of lure made from a bone (Hueso), it worked like a popper. So, enjoy surf fishing in Costa Rica, sometimes it is right in front of the house or resort, only a few meters away from you.

What kind of fish can you catch in Costa Rica?

Almost everybody loves this kind of fishing, from young boys to older men love to give it a chance. No protocols, no restrictions nor fishing licenses for fishing from the shore in Costa Rica, just fun and relaxing casting for some jacks, mackerel, blue runners and if lucky: small Roosterfish!!!.