If I was going to fish bass I've got Castaic and Pyramid both close, within 20 minutes.
But I do like Mexico for saltwater, especially Sea Of Cortez. Great Marlin, Sailfish, Dorado and Wahoo. I've stayed at Rancho Buenavista a few times and Playa Del Sol. Always a good time, Buenavista is a bit more old school, John Wayne and others used to stay there...
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