Well finally someone turned off the wind machine, and the spring fishing is red hot.
Offshore, the dolphin bite is fairly consistent although it is still a little early and has slowed a bit most likely due to the rising moon and calm seas. There are still a few nice wahoo being caught on the weed lines and in the 150-300 foot depth range. The dolphin have been scattered all over from 10 to 25 miles off the reef.
The Marathon hump is producing some quality black fin tuna. This is well worth the trip on a calm day and a great opportunity to hunt for dolphin along the way.
The area wrecks continue to be quite productive with plenty of big amberjacks for those who want a serious battle and big mutton snapper for the dinner table. Add to that an occasional kingfish, and it makes for some great action on the wrecks.
The Marathon area patch reefs are loaded with decent sized yellowtail snapper and grouper as well as quite a few nice size mutton snapper. This is a great fishery for families and novice anglers alike and is easily accomplished in a half-day trip.
The deep reefs are producing some big yellowtails also known as flags; but, do your homework. These fish are smart – yes that’s right I said smart – they can see very well and have a tendency to be extremely finicky. They must be pursued with light line when the water is clear, and it has been gin clear all week. These fish are a true challenge to catch and well worth the effort as they also make excellent table fare.
Inshore, the tarpon bite is getting better every day with multiple hook ups on many trips. Both the Bahia Honda and Seven Mile Bridge are teaming with tarpon. But fishing the right tides is critical, so be sure to talk with your captain as things can change from day to day.
Best Bet for the week ahead: Talk with our Captains to develop a plan that is right for you, and get out to enjoy our outstanding fishing.
