Palmas de Cortez established the event established 17-years ago in 2005 has an enviable reputation a fun one-day tournament fishing for one of the most entertaining species that Baja has to offer.

Has become one of the largest fishing tournament in Southern Baja with an average turnout of 130 teams each year. However, this year the event set a new attendance record 147 Teams that plunked down their base entry fee of $600 for the entire team to compete for $323,000 of largest payouts in any Dorado Tournament in the world.

As well as a SUV valued at $47,000, Jackpots, clothing, etc. driving up the total winnings to nearly ONE-HALF MILLION DOLLARS in cash and prizes.

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