Wrightsville Beach Local Fishing Reports #94RT
Wrightsville Beach, NC - September Fishing Report The bite is heating up, and Wrightsville Beach is proving to be a fantastic destination for anglers of all skill levels! If you’re ready to drop a line, here’s what’s happening on the water right now. Inshore Action: The inshore waters are alive with Redfish and Speckled Trout. Early mornings and late afternoons are the prime times to hook up, especially near the flats and grassy marshes. Live shrimp and soft plastics are working wonders, with topwater lures drawing explosive strikes in the early hours. Watch for those bait balls – predators are lurking nearby, ready to feed. Nearshore Scene: Head just off the coast, and you’ll find Spanish Mackerel and Bluefish tearing up the surface. Trolling with Clarkspoons or casting metal jigs will put you on the fish. Keep an eye out for diving birds—they’re a sure sign of feeding frenzy. King....
Wrightsville Beach Local Fishing Reports #83RT
Wrightsville Beach Local Anglers are reporting: Inshore Anglers are pulling in some solid finger mullet and red drum. Even with the heat cranking up, there are days that are just prime for fishing. A lot of the red drum being reeled in are hovering around the 22-inch mark. If you're looking for a tip, rigging finger mullet on jig heads or Carolina rigs is the way to go. Flounder? Yeah, they're showing up in impressive numbers. Every now and then, you'll hook a speckled trout. And when you do, they're usually a decent size. Red drum are still active and biting, even though they're spread out in their typical summer spots. Pro tip: Hit the water early. The slight drop in temperature makes a big difference in their feeding pattern. The Cape Fear River is a hotspot right now, especially for flounder. If you're bottom-rigging live bait in the usual....
Wrightsville Beach Local Fishing Reports #73RT
Wrightsville Beach Local Anglers are reporting: Surf and Pier: Many surf anglers have reeled in speckled trout and a number of pompanos. Local pier fishers have had their fair share of excitement with an influx of king mackerel, a few flounder (that were subsequently released), and a lively showing of Spanish mackerel. The day-long action has been heightened with the frequent sighting of bluefish and Spanish mackerel, creating quite the delight for seasoned anglers. King mackerel have made a significant appearance, especially for those using live baits off the edge. Alongside these, the waters have gifted many a hearty fight with sharks, and a handful of barracuda. The bottom-fishing aficionados, using shrimp, artificial bait strips or other smaller offerings, have had their share of success with catches of whiting and spot. Bluefish have been a common sight, caught using casting jigs and bottom fishing techniques. Inshore: The ICW and Cape....
Wrightsville Beach Local Fishing Reports #63RT
Reports coming in from around the area... Inshore Fishing It seems the red drum population has broken up into smaller groups and scattered throughout the ICW and marshes. On the bright side, this pattern has them feeding much more aggressively, making the action quite interesting once you locate them. Topwater plugs have proven to be a great search bait in this scenario, perfect for navigating different marsh areas in search of some drum action. If you're targeting areas along the ICW, bottom-rigged live baits such as fiddler crabs, pogies, or mud minnows will certainly bring you success. In addition, sheepshead action has been strong in the river and around hard structures in the ICW. These guys seem to be everywhere, especially staged up around the inshore bridges and hard structures. So, make sure to bring along your bait and patience when going after these fish. Nearshore Fishing The king mackerel....
Local Wrightsville Beach Fishing Reports #53RT
Surf Fishing Surf fishing has been gradually improving. Beachfront anglers may catch a mix of whiting, bluefish, pompano, and the occasional black drum. Inshore Fishing Atlantic bonito, Spanish mackerel, and bluefish showing up nearshore and around piers. Gray trout found on nearshore reefs, hitting metal jigs and soft plastics. Focus on red drum action, with slower speckled trout fishing. Reds found around docks using artificial lures and live or cut baits. Speckled trout activity slowing down as water temperatures rise. Red drum more active in shallow waters, breaking into smaller groups. Atlantic bonito bite tapering off as fish move on. Sheepshead fishing picking up around large hard structures like bridges and jetties. Red drum scattered in late spring pattern, with bottom fishing and natural baits as top tactics. Nearshore Fishing Bluefish and Spanish mackerel showing up in good numbers. Trolling deep diver plugs or Clarkspoons and sight-casting spoons at surface-feeding....
Current Fishing Report and Trends and....
Here's what's being reported by local fisherman for April: Surf fishing Surf fishing is improving with catches of whiting, occasional pompano, and bluefish during warmer periods. Inshore anglers are focusing on red and black drum around structure, while speckled trout are becoming more active. Atlantic bonito is expected to move closer nearshore in the coming weeks as weather patterns stabilize, currently found around the 20-mile range. Offshore action has been inconsistent, but wahoo and blackfin tuna are caught during favorable weather windows. King mackerel should move into the 25-35 mile range as nearshore water temperatures rise in April. Spanish mackerel are anticipated to arrive by mid-month, depending on conditions. Red drum remains in winter schools, awaiting warmer waters to spread along waterways. Target them around docks and creek holes with Carolina-rigged natural baits. Nearshore Nearshore anglers are finding the most success targeting strong black sea bass action. Atlantic bonito is....
Christmas and Winter Fishing Report
As we approach the end of 2020, we're all ready for a new year to begin. It's been a challenging year, but Christmas is here and we're hopeful that 2021 will be less stressful. Despite a few tough weeks earlier in the year, we've had another successful fishing season and had the opportunity to spend time with some of our favorite people - our customers. We couldn't be more grateful to you all. The fishing this year has been pretty good, with some great days and a few slower ones as well - that's just part of the game. We've met many new customers and had the chance to fish with long-time friends as well. We hope you had as much fun as we did. The best part of our job is that we get to spend time with so many wonderful people while doing what we love. That's what....
Winter Fishing Report
It's that time of year again - Christmas is here, and we can't believe how quickly 2019 has passed. At Seahawk Inshore Fishing Charters, we feel grateful to have had the opportunity to do what we love and work in the fishing industry. This year has been a success, and we've been fortunate to have the best customers and friends anyone could ask for. As we enter our 14th year of business, we hope and pray to continue building on what we've already achieved. One of the best parts of our job is when new customers become friends. [adsense_in_article] Winter is a great time to go fishing with us, especially when it comes to catching a high number of fish. December has been fantastic for redfish, with some days yielding up to 80 fish. It may be hard to believe, but when you find a good school, the numbers can....
The WB Flounder fishing season will....
The 2022 recreational flounder season in North Carolina will run from September 1st to September 30th in both internal and ocean waters. During this time, the minimum size limit for flounder will be 15 inches and the creel limit will be 1 fish per person per day. This applies to all species of flounder, as they are all managed under the same recreational regulations. The season was established by the N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission through Amendment 3 of the Southern Flounder Fishery Management Plan, which also includes measures such as commercial and recreational quotas and options for commercial trip limits. The amendment was adopted in May 2022 in response to a 2019 stock assessment that found southern flounder to be overfished and overfishing occurring throughout the region. North Carolina law requires fishery management plans to include measures to end overfishing within two years and rebuild stocks to sustainable levels within....
Fishing is great in Southeast North....
Hi Folks, The fishing has been heating up along with the water and air temperatures! Almost everything is biting, if you're in the right place at the right time. Morning and evening tend to be the best times to fish in this heat, although tides and the moon are still important factors to consider. Here's a summary of what's biting and where: Inshore: Redfish and flounder are biting well in the waterway, creeks, and inlets. Soft plastics like Z-Man curly tails and paddle tails are effective, as are live bait fished on Carolina rigs. The falling tide is good for reds and the rising tide is good for flounder. Near shore: Spanish mackerel can be found at the inlet mouths and along the beach in depths of 20-40 feet. Clarkspoons, jigs, and deep divers are good choices. The near shore artificial reefs are also producing some nice flounder. Offshore: King....
Redfish, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Black Drum,....
Redfish, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, and Striped Bass We are very fortunate here in southeastern North Carolina with some awesome backwater fishing for several different species. Redfish, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, and in a different part of our river, Striped Bass. Some of the best fishing of the year for these species can occur. The three main species that we target throughout the year, reds, black drum, and speckled trout, are usually chewing at their best and we can find big numbers of these fish on a weekly basis. The weather is often and pleasant with temperatures most of the time in the upper 50s and 60s and even low 70s. This report is based on now until the end of December. Redfish- The red drum fishing in the Cape Fear region can be at times some of the best in the state due to our vast amount....
Seahawk Inshore Charters, redfish, black drum,....
Wow! 2019 is here after 2018 went by in a seemingly blur. After a few changes in our fleet, we are now solely a Kencraft-Bayrider company. Starting 2019, we have 2 Bayrider Skiffs, and a Bayrider 239 Bay. These are truly top of the line inshore boats that can accommodate several different types of fishing. Although we went through some of the roughest and rainiest weather to date in the Cape Fear region, we were able to crank out another successful and fun filled year with some of the BEST customers and friends. Now that we are now in the dead middle of the winter season and also our winter special rates, the numbers of species has minimized but the red drum bite has not. This is our one go-to winter time fish that thrives even in the coldest of weather. With that being said, here is a look ahead....