Fishing in the Dominican Republic

While the Dominican Republic is a popular retreat for beachgoers and golfers looking for a tropical escape, it is quickly becoming a popular destination for traveling anglers. Photo: Steve Dougherty-doughertyphotos.com

Situated along the eastern side of the island of Hispaniola the Dominican Republic is ideally positioned along the Mona Passage, which connects the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean. This 65 NM wide channel separates the D.R. from Puerto Rico and is a thoroughfare for numerous species of pelagic predators. What makes this fishery so exciting is that anglers often encounter hot action as close as three miles offshore. Photo: Steve Dougherty-doughertyphotos.com

Whites may not grow as large as blue marlin, but their impressive numbers make for world-class opportunities. Photo: Steve Dougherty-doughertyphotos.com

Soft plastic squid chains have proven their effectiveness around the globe and work extremely well in the D.R. Photo: Steve Dougherty-doughertyphotos.com

White marlin display crazy aerial antics and are impressive light-tackle targets. Photo: Steve Dougherty-doughertyphotos.com

Local charter captains understand the importance of sport fishing tourism and only fish with circle-hooks. Since billfish have no boundaries it's important visiting anglers also adopt sound conservation practices. These could be the same white marlin captured and released in the Mid-Atlantic. Photo: Steve Dougherty-doughertyphotos.com

A large white marlin takes to the air as it attempts to shake the hook. Photo: Steve Dougherty-doughertyphotos.com

- In addition to marlin, dorado also enjoy the warm waters of the Caribbean and make for a welcomed change of pace between billfish releases. Photo: Steve Dougherty-doughertyphotos.com

Cap Cana is the jewel of the Caribbean and spans approximately 35,000 acres. With numerous hotel and restaurant options, a 500 slip marina and world class golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, it's no surprise a trip to this incredible angling outpost will leave you wanting more. Photo: Steve Dougherty-doughertyphotos.com

Cap Cana, Dominican Republic