Pensacola Fishing Report

April 7, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – We are officially into our Spring patterns this week and the bite is firing up for the season. Anglers heading out to take advantage of the pier bite can expect to find steady Kings and a fantastic Cobia bite. Morning anglers are finding more and more Pompano as well. Reds, Sheepshead and Whiting have also been caught but are far more prominent inshore and from the surf. Inshore the Trout and Reds are the main target, especially on the flats. Look for the bait to find the fish. Towards the Intracoastal from Destin to Pensacola there has been great numbers of Spanish. The diving Seagulls are giving away their location as they feed. Structure such as bridges and deeper docks in the sound continue to hold and produce decent Sheepshead and Snapper. Live Shrimp has been the key to hooking them. We expect this to continue into the weekend.

OFFSHORE – Anglers fishing nearshore or offshore this week have found plenty of success so far. When the weather allows, boats heading towards the rigs are hooking plenty of Tuna. The sizes have been great and the bite is consistent. Towards the edge we are seeing decent Wahoo as well. When weather or timing keeps anglers restricted to the nearshore bite there has still been many species to target. The Cobia are better than they have been in years, both numbers and sizes. There are also some Kings mixed in however they are not as prominent. If you are heading towards the edges you will find better numbers. Typical of the time of year, the bottom bite has been steadily producing Grouper as well as Tilefish and Sea Bass. Searching structure such as wrecks and reefs has been most productive. Closer in, Mingos have been caught along the edges in roughly 300 feet of water. Scamp and Red Grouper are mixed in. The Red Grouper are more plentiful off East Beach. The Spanish have made their way in and are closer to the beach this week.

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INSHORE – The Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are hitting really well this week. Redfish (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are still biting. Sheepshead are hot inshore. Anglers are finally catching Cobia in the area. They are still off the beach and have not moved to the pier yet.

OFFSHORE – A few Grouper (Grouper, Gag) have been caught in roughly 120 feet. Anglers are producing good sizes. Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) are great catch and release fish. White Snapper and Beeliners (Snapper, Vermillion & Grunt, White) are consistent. Kings (Mackerel, King) are swimming as well. Search for them around the whistle buoy and catch them on the troll.

BAIT REPORT – Ballyhoo is in the marina and the bay.


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March 24, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fishing the Northwest will provide plenty of activity for anglers this week. Trout continue to turn up from Port St. Joe to Navarre. Fishing them early or late in the day using live bait has been best. Reds typically go hand in hand when fishing Trout. They seem to be just about everywhere this week from bays, piers, bridges, passes and beaches. You just need to follow the bait schools to find the fish and then cast artificials to hook them on an outgoing tide. Your Sheepshead will be around on structure while Pompano are making their way onto the beach. Spanish have also shown up on the beach. Hit them with Squid to bring them in.

OFFSHORE – When anglers can make it offshore they are still finding a decent bite. Triggerfish , Snapper, and Grouper are all providing great catch and release action. Vermillion, Porgy, Black Snapper as well as Black and Red Grouper can also be caught offshore but be sure to check the regulations to see where you are permitted to fish for them. Amberjack are now also catch and release as of this week so be sure to keep that in mind when hooking one. Heading towards the Towers and structure nearshore Cobia are following rays and turtles as they move East and West. Cast a jig with live Eels for the best bite. You may also hook onto some Flounder using the same method.

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Pro Angler Team

March 17, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – This week we are beginning to see the Pompano begin to run during the day. Crooked Island beach in the Port St. Joe area has been a particularly good area to fish for them. There are good numbers of Whiting taking Fishbites in similar areas. Anglers are reporting decent Reds and Trout taking soft plastics like Zman lures or live baits such as Shrimp or Minnows. The Trout are increasing in size along with a good amount of slot Reds. Search the shallows to find them. Flounder and Spanish are swimming the bay. You will find them in deeper pockets of water. Spanish are swimming more or less in 6-8 feet towards the North side of the bay. Anglers have been trolling to catch them. Sheepshead are beginning to fire up on structure as usual. The Cobia should begin to arrive soon as well.

OFFSHORE – We continue to see improvement from the region this week. The fishing is firing up, especially the bottom bite throughout the day. There has been a wide variety of fish to take advantage of including Snapper, Grouper, Sea Bass, Triggerfish and even a few Sheepshead a bit closer to shore. Anglers are easily catching good bags of Sheepshead as they are stacked up on structure. Spanish are steady into this week while the Ajs are slowing down. Towards the surface the Bonito are being caught on the troll.

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Pro Angler Team

March 10, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Redfish and Trout are hungry so there has been no shortage of nice fish this week. The bay has been the key area to fish them in Port. St. Joe and they are swimming the inshore docks and piers in the evening through to Destin. As usual, the moving tide is most productive. Sheepshead are also stacked up on structure from Panama to Destin. Anglers trolling can expect to see Spanish Mackerel along the coast. Clarkspoons and jigs are the best setups to load up on these fish. Pompano and Whiting are running the beach, more prominently towards Port St. Joe. Moving towards bridges anglers can expect to see Flounder and Drum. Catch and release anglers can move their focus to the bay where there are plenty of Tarpon biting.

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OFFSHORE – The bottom bite for Amberjack in this area has been taking off this week. Port St. Joe is holding great numbers if you can get out to 150 feet of water. A variety of live bait has been their preference so far. As you move towards Navarre the Amberjack become a bit more scattered while the Snapper and Triggerfish begin to heat up. Nearshore, there has been a good run of Cobia and Spanish Mackerel from Port St. Joe through to Destin.




Pro Angler Team

March 3, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – It has been difficult to hit the inshore waters and not see any Trout or Redfish. They are riddled throughout the intracoastal to canals to the bay. Varying in sizes we are finding both species all the way to Pensacola. Your best bet is to fish moving tides towards inlets. Deeper holes in roughly 6-8 ft of water has been the key. If you are hitting the surf this week not only will you find scattered Redfish but there has also been consistent Whiting and Pompano to fill your cooler with. Start your day off right with a first light bite, or finish with a few cast on the surf at last light for some good sized fish. The Flounder bite is beginning to improve along the seawall however they are far more prominent in the bay. It has been no surprise that Mud Minnows are the best bait to catch them. As we move towards Destin we find they are still holding up in deeper water. A few occasional catches this week include Sheepshead on rock piles and bridges, and Spanish on the beach towards Navarre. We are also starting to see bait such as Pilchards and cigar Minnows return to the surf.

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OFFSHORE – The nicer weather in the past week has allowed anglers to finally make it offshore. The Amberjack bite is turning on along with a solid mix of Gray Triggerfish. The Triggers are sometimes difficult to avoid when targeting Ajs. Begin jigging in 90-150 ft feet. They are consistent from Port St. Joe through Pensacola. Anglers who are able to make it nearshore can target a steady catch of Snapper and Grouper species along wrecks and reefs. A handful of Cobia have shown up as well and we expect numbers to increase as the Spring patterns set in.




Pro Angler Team

February 24, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Sheepshead have had a decent showing at the passes throughout the region. Surf anglers will enjoy the variety of fish from Panama City Beach over to Pensacola. Pompano and Whiting are the majority of what’s being caught. Other species being caught from the surf include: Redfish, Black Drum, and the occasional Blacktip Shark.
Moving inside the bays, there has been decent Trout bites on Z-man Paddle Tails, some Redfish are hitting these too. Water temperatures are warming up so the fish are in transition. This means you will find some fish in their typical cold water spots, but also in their warmer water spots.

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OFFSHORE – Amberjack have been reported from the bottom this week. They are preferring bigger live baits. Grouper and Triggerfish are mixed in and provide great catch and release action. You’ll have to head a bit farther offshore to find the Ajs this week.
A bit closer in the Triggerfish are becoming more consistent. They are mixed with a solid Snapper variety in 140 ft or less. Moving shallower anglers have found the Flounder continue to bite on wrecks and reefs. When the weather permits anglers to head out to the oil rigs and farther the main target has been Blackfin Tuna and Swordfish.




Pro Angler Team

February 17, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Things are fairly typical of the season despite not having typical February weather. Beaches throughout the Panhandle have been good for Pompano. Whiting have also been on the beaches. Some of the bays and sounds have had a good Trout bite along with Redfish and Drum. Canals have been particularly good for Trout and Reds. Deeper docks towards the West end of Florida have been producing Sheepshead and Mangrove Snapper, they haven’t been on fire quite yet.


OFFSHORE – Keeper Amberjack have been hit or miss from Port St. Joe over to the Alabama border. The best sizes this week have come from 20 miles off of Pensacola. Boats headed out from Panama City have found a good Vermilion Snapper bite. Quite a few fish have been up to 4 lbs and limits are common. Boats out of Pensacola able to travel well past 20 miles have been able to get on Yellowfin Tuna. Most of the Tuna have been caught trolling and live baiting.

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Pro Angler Team

February 9, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – White Trout (Seatrout, Sand) are swimming 3 Mile Bridge and biting well. Either Gulp Shrimp on a jighead or small cut bait on a slip sinker rig will work well to hook them. The Bayous are holding nice Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) taking artificials in 6-14 ft. In upper Escambia Bay, near the mouths of the river, the Redfish (Drum, Red) bite around the I10 Bridge and the trestle has been great along with a good Trout bite. Watch the cold fronts and the weather. When it’s not blowing too strong you can fish this area. Use live Shrimp or a Matrix Shad. Redfish are biting at night around 3 Mile Bridge as well. Pensacola Pass is holding Snapper (Snapper, Gray) that are on the rock jetties with Sheepshead. You can also find them around the bridges. It’s a bit slower at this time of year however there are still some fish to be caught.






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February 2, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Redfish (Drum, Red), Flounder (Flounder, Southern) and Sheepshead are moving in. They aren’t too thick yet but they’re there. Reds are on the flats. Trout are more along bushes while the Sheepshead are on structure.

OFFSHORE – Anglers are targeting Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) when they can get out. Search in 80-100 ft to hook them. Mangos (Snapper, Gray) and Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) are also biting. Check the Pro Angler App for up to date regulations!




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February 2, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Redfish (Drum, Red), Flounder (Flounder, Southern) and Sheepshead are moving in. They aren’t too thick yet but they’re there. Reds are on the flats. Trout are more along bushes while the Sheepshead are on structure.

OFFSHORE – Anglers are targeting Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) when they can get out. Search in 80-100 ft to hook them. Mangos (Snapper, Gray) and Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) are also biting. Check the Pro Angler App for up to date regulations!




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January 26, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The night bite at 3 mile bridge is great for White Trout (Seatrout, Sand) and Redfish. Outgoing tide is your best bet. Pick your nights for the calmer water. Artificials will catch Reds (Drum, Red) schooling around the lights. The Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) in Escambia Bay are decent as well as around Garcon Point Bridge. Reds are taking artificials. High tide is producing better. You can slowly fish the outgoing tide throwing soft plastics, artificials and topwaters for Trout and Reds. Santa Rosa Sound is great for sight fishing Reds on the docks. They are up to 24 inches in 1-4 ft of water. This time of year things are a bit slower as the conditions are cold. Bottom fishing in the bay is producing catch and release Snapper (Snapper, Vermillion) and Grouper (Grouper, Red & Grouper, Gag). Sheepshead are on the bridges near the trestle around I10. Near Pensacola Pass on the jetties we are seeing Snapper (Snapper, Gray) on live Shrimp and cut bait.






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January 19, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Sheepshead and White Trout (Seatrout, Sand) are coming out of the 3 mile fishing pier and Pensacola Bay. Fiddler Crabs are your best bet to hook the Sheepshead. Sand Fleas are a great alternative. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) have slowed down but are still available for anglers putting their time in.

OFFSHORE – Ajs (Jack, Amberjack, Greater) have been caught from 90-120 ft. Ruby Lips or Squirrelfish are great setups to hook them. Search the structured bottom for the best bite.




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January 11, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

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Pro Angler Team

January 5, 2017

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Reds (Drum, Red) are still in the bay. White Trout (Seatrout, Sand) are hanging around the 3 mile bridge. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are out towards Destin.

OFFSHORE – Around the rigs we are seeing plenty of Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin). You can find them around the drilling rigs while running chum slicks.




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December 30, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The upcoming cold front is expected to change the pattern a bit into next week however we are currently seeing a typical Winter trend setting in. To the North Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Reds (Drum, Red) are beginning to show up more in the river mouths and darker, deeper bayous, especially the canals in gulf breeze. Bull Reds are in Pensacola Bay. Around 3 mile bridge while fishing the bottom we are seeing them with White Trout (Seatrout, Sand). Bob Sikes Bridge is producing Specks, White Trout, Sheepshead, Bull Reds and the occasional Mangrove Snapper (Snapper, Gray). Sheepshead are around Navarre Bridge along with a few slot Reds and Trout. The cold spell will likely push the reds from the flats to the deeper water. On the beach we are seeing Pompano (Pompano, Florida), Whiting (Kingfish, Southern) and Redfish. Whiting are the most prolific. Late season Kings (Mackerel, King) moved in with the warmer weather however they are already moving out again. You may catch a few here and there. Sheepshead are out there. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are on the pylons. Bluefish and Drum (Drum, Black) have been caught as well. OFFSHORE – Bonito (Bonito, Little Tunny), Blackfin Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin) and the rare King (Mackerel, King) have been caught nearshore. The current weather may change this a bit. On the bottom the Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are on fire. Angler’s are limiting out on the nearshore reefs and wrecks. Mangroves (Snapper, Gray) are biting. Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) are still open in state waters. Gags, Red and Scamp Grouper (Grouper, Gag & Grouper, Red & Grouper, Scamp) are swimming the bottom. Trolling is limited to Wahoo & Mahi (Dolphin) way offshore. There are some Tuna mixed in. They are as far out as 25-30 miles offshore. 80-90 miles out on the rigs off Alabama is your best bet for warmer water temperatures. Pro Angler Team

December 22, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – We are still seeing big Bull Reds (Drum, Red). Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are scattered as most have headed out. Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) are just starting to get up towards the rivers after the first few cold fronts. Slot Reds are still under docks. Wishing you a Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from the Pro Angler Team! OFFSHORE – Troll slow and way down for Scamp (Grouper, Scamp). Try fishing in 200-250ft using Cigar Minnows and small Pinfish. A few Wahoo are still swimming out there too. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450

December 15, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Pompano (Pompano, Florida) and Whiting (Kingfish, Southern) are biting off the beaches. Redfish (Drum, Red) are being caught around the bridges such as Bob Sykes. The surf bite is the main focus for most anglers. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are scattered but if you put some time in you’ll find them. Some anglers are getting quick limits. Others are hit or miss. Search around the pass to find them. Sheepshead are holding up on inshore structure. Generally Fiddler Crabs will do well to hook them. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! Gulf Breeze Bait & Tackle 850-932-6789 www.gbbtonline.com

December 9, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Bull Reds (Drum, Red) are biting well inside the bays. Follow the diving birds to find them. Menhaden are up top so the birds and fish are going after them. Sheepshead are firing up on bridges and structure. Pompano are on the surf with Whiting (Kingfish, Southern) hitting well. Summer fish have moved out. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin) are biting offshore towards the Spur and the Nipple. With the recent weather conditions not many anglers have been able to get out. BAIT REPORT – Menhaden are around for bait. Look for the birds diving to find them. Gulf Breeze Bait & Tackle 850-932-6789 www.gbbtonline.com

December 2, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Bull Reds (Drum, Red) are in the bay this week. Sheepshead are showing up on pilings. They are taking Shrimp and Fiddler Crabs for the most part. Daylight and morning bite has been most productive. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450

November 23, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are catching Redfish (Drum, Red) in the bay using Grubs, Laser Tails and Swimbaits. Fish under the birds and schools of Menhaden to find them. They aren’t swimming any particular tide. Whiting (Kingfish, Southern), Pompano (Pompano, Florida) and Redfish are on the beach taking Shrimp as well. Menhaden will also work for the Redfish. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! Gulf Breeze Bait & Tackle 850-932-6789 www.gbbtonline.com

November 18, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Bull Reds (Drum, Red) and Reds in slot sizes are off the beach and in the passes. They are thick, especially in Pensacola Bay. Big Mangrove Snapper (Snapper, Gray) are inshore. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are working their way through the passes. The upcoming front will help jumpstart this process. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are in transition. The fish are making their way from the intracoastal and lagoon into the rivers. There are quite a few fish at the mouths of the rivers. Good numbers of slot Reds, bull Reds and Jacks (Jack, Crevalle) can also be caught here. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – There are decent Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) at the Blue Water rigs. They can be caught on the chunk or troll. Wahoo are being caught around the nipple and the elbow by the 50 fathom line. Blackfin and Yellowfin are mixed in. There hasn’t been much on Billfish. Bottom fishing is slow as many fish are closed. The deep dropping bite is decent despite the full moon. Sam’s Bait and Tackle 251-981-4245

November 10, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fall Red Fishing (Drum, Red) has not yet started as of November 8th, but that’s ok, that means that it will be going on well into December and even January. Since it’s been an unusually warm start for November, the big Reds have not made their way into the bay like they usually do the first week of November. But don’t fret, there are still plenty of things to fish for. Slot Reds, Trout (Seatrout, Spotted), and especially Flounder (Flounder, Southern). Flounder fishing in November is typically very good on the flats if you know where to look for them. I am happy to say that the bull Reds are all over 3-Mile Bridge and you can usually catch a bunch at night. So long as you have a good tidal flow, you should have a great fishing trip no matter what species you are targeting. The wind may be kicking a bit, but if you watch your days, you can definitely get out to enjoy the milder temps and the less crowded waterways. My prediction for when the big reds will show up will be November 11-13th, and once they show up, the rods will bend and the drags will be singing. Stay tuned for a more detailed report around November 20th. Tight Lines, Capt. John Captain John Mega-Bite-Inshore Charters 850-341-9816 www.megabiteinshore.com

November 3, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Bull Reds (Drum, Red) are beginning to trickle into the Pensacola Bay. Bull Reds are right outside the pass, in the pass as well. 3 Mile Bridge at night from 8pm to 3 am on the moving tide is best. If the water isn’t moving you won’t be catching. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are in the bay while Kings (Mackerel, King) are moving out and heading offshore. Slot Redfish are on the flats, docks and deeper holes. Search 3-5 ft for Reds and 3-7 ft for Trout. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) haven’t made their winter transition to the upper bay but are beginning to. We will see this happen at the end of November. In Escambia Bay there are some great fish off highway 90 and the point for Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and slot Reds. Topwaters are best in the morning, soft plastics and suspending twitch baits are better in the afternoon. Ladyfish are still around. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! BAIT REPORT – Menhaden , Blood Minnows and Glass minnows. Captain John Mega-Bite-Inshore Charters 850-341-9816 www.megabiteinshore.com

October 27, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are catching Spanish, Mangrove Snapper (Snapper, Gray) and Redfish this week. There are some nice sized Redfish showing up but the temperature will need to drop a bit more to produce some bigger schools. A few Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are beginning to show up around the pass and Fort Pickens. The Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are at the beach pier and Bob Sikes Bridge. Redfish are scattered around the bay. A few Pompano (Pompano, Florida) are on the beaches but the next cold front will fire them up. They are mixed with some Redfish (Drum, Red). Peeled, fresh, dead Shrimp or Sand fleas are best to throw from the beach. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Wahoo Are swimming the edge around the nipple. Anglers are trolling during the day to find them. Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) are out at the rigs and drillships. Chunking has been productive along with live baiting with Hardtails while chumming. The night bite is better. When the weather is favorable anglers are targeting Red Snapper (Snapper, Red) in state waters (9 miles) on the weekends. BAIT REPORT – Alewives are swimming around the bridges. Gulf Breeze Bait & Tackle 850-932-6789 www.gbbtonline.com

October 21, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – A lot of anglers are hooking Kings (Mackerel, King), Reds (Drum, Red), Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish). They are biting in the mornings and evenings. Kings are taking Gotchas and Dusters. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Sailfish and Wahoo are the main bites offshore. Sails are in State water and Wahoo are farther out around 30 miles. Sails (Billfish – Sailfish) are within 9 miles. Kings (Mackerel, King) are turning up as well. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450 www.facebook.com/Outcast-Bait-and-Tackle

October 14, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Bull Reds (Drum, Red) are moving in. They are around the bridges and structure such as 3 Mile Bridge. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are doing well into this week. They are hitting Matrix Shads. Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and Mangroves (Snapper, Gray) continue to bite well. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) have slowed down however anglers are still catching Kings (Mackerel, King) on the troll around the 3 Mile Bridge. Pick up your Costa and Huk apparel at Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service! PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

October 6, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – A lot of Black Snapper (Snapper, Gray), Redfish (Drum, Red) and Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are in the bays. Bull Reds are schooling up in the bays. Kings (Mackerel, King) are beginning to move in and can be caught around the pass. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – The Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) bite is great. We are also seeing some Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue) show up. Sailfish (Billfish – Sailfish) are moving in as close as 3 miles off. Trolled Ballyhoo is working well to hook them. Gulf Breeze Bait & Tackle 850-932-6789 www.gbbtonline.com

September 29, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fall is right around the corner and I’m excited for what will hopefully be some cooler fishing conditions. Let’s talk about what happens in October, which when it comes to fishing, is a lot. The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite really fires off in the Santa Rosa Sound, Escambia Bay and Big Lagoon right around the end of September and the start of October. The Redfish (Drum, Red) bite also fires off in the same areas and on the three bridges in the area, which are 3- Mile, Bob Sikes, and Garcon Bridge. Kings (Mackerel, King) will also start to show up in Pensacola Bay and those are a lot of fun for sure for many anglers. Make sure you have some live bait, hit one of the bayous for some Menhaden, and rig them up with wire, and either free-line them out or fish with a large cork. Spanish Mackerel (Mackerel, Spanish) are still around and will be here till November. Bluefish and Skipjack (Tuna, Skipjack) are also going to be around till the middle of November. Night fishing on 3- Mile has already kicked off for big Redfish and white Trout, you can also catch some slot Redfish on 3- Mile on your night trips, and don’t be surprised if you don’t see a few Tarpon rolling by. Fish the lights with live or artificials and have fun. If you’re looking for an inshore trip in the Pensacola Beach, Navarre, or Perdido Key area, give me a ring on my cell : 850-341-9816. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! Captain John Mega-Bite-Inshore Charters 850-341-9816 www.megabiteinshore.com

September 23, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The fishing is great this week! Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are biting around the docks on Bull Minnows. Mangroves (Snapper, Gray) are swimming structure, rocks and jetties in great numbers. Slot Reds (Drum, Red) and Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) are also doing well at the regular inshore haunts. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) have still be caught into this week. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Snapper (Snapper, Red & Snapper, Vermillion) are open on the weekends and doing well. Far out at 50 miles we are seeing some Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue) in great sizes. BAIT REPORT – Finger Mullet are finally starting and we are seeing a decent run so far. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

September 16, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) and a few Kings (Mackerel, King) are swimming inshore this week. There are some scattered Bull Reds (Drum, Red) caught as well. Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) are in the bayous around dock lights. Flounder are beginning to pick up. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Red Snapper (Snapper, Red) are being caught in State Water on the weekends. They are in roughly 70 ft. Gags (Grouper, Gag) are in roughly 100ft or more. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450 www.facebook.com/Outcast-Bait-and-Tackle

September 9, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Tons of Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are around with some Bull Reds (Drum, Red) starting to show up too. Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and Mangroves (Snapper, Gray) are biting consistently. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are moving up and down the intracoastal. They are taking live Shrimp tossed towards the docks. The same goes for the Mangroves, Specks and Reds. You can free-line Shrimp at night on the dock light as well. The offshore has been pretty slow with several fish species being closed and the recent weather keeping anglers inside. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks! BAIT REPORT – Alewives are swimming this week. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

September 2, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The storm did not affect this area too much. There are a lot of Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish), Black Snapper (Snapper, Gray), Flounder (Flounder, Southern), Redfish (Drum, Red) and Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) biting inshore this week. The Spanish are taking Gotcha lures or live Alewives. Snapper are loving Pinfish or Cigar Minnows. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – With this system pushing through most of Florida, we expect a lot of wind and tough conditions. Most of the fishing from last week should fire back up once the storm passes. Expect to see the rainfall cool off inshore waters. This will help some of the fish that prefer cooler conditions. Stay informed on all the coming weather systems using your Pro Angler App! OFFSHORE – Snapper (Snapper, Red) is open for the weekend. The bite has been decent. Grouper (Grouper, Gag), Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) and Kings (Mackerel, King) are also being caught. Gulf Breeze Bait & Tackle 850-932-6789 www.gbbtonline.com

August 26, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Everything is on fire! Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are starting to show up in the bay and intracoastal. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are everywhere you go. Anglers are loading up inshore. There are a few schooling up in the surf as well. Bull Reds (Drum, Red) turned up a few weeks ago so they are in the bay. Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) have slowed down a little bit but anglers are still getting them. Mangroves (Snapper, Gray) are hanging around the docks. Check out the new line of HUK apparel and fishing tackle that have arrived in store!! PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! BAIT REPORT – There are tons of Mullet everywhere. Alewives and Pinfish are swimming as well. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

August 19, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – We are in for another beautiful day today and with the winds out of the south and south east the King (Mackerel, King) bite on the pier should be rocking! Alan was able to get in on it this weekend and from the reports we have been getting it’s all about putting in the time to be there when the bite is in full swing! Capt. Scotty Gerdine of Fish Time Inshore Charters is still reporting that the Black Snapper (Snapper, Gray) bite is about as good as it get right now and that the Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) bite is pretty good as well. Anglers are also reporting Ladyfish, Bluefish and a few Flounder (Flounder, Southern) and Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) from the beach. Stripers (Bass, Striped) are scattered. Pompano (Pompano, Florida), Whiting (Kingfish, Southern), Tarpon and Kings (Mackerel, King) have also been holding up on the beach. So get your tackle, stop by the store pick up some shrimp and get out there! PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Nearshore the Cobia bite has been a bit scattered. There are Kings (Mackerel, King) on the reef along with Bonita (Bonito, Little Tunny), Barracuda (Barracuda, Great), and Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater). We are also seeing Grouper (Grouper, Gag & Grouper, Red & Grouper, Scamp) come up from the bottom with Snapper (Snapper, Gray). Farther out the Dolphin (Mahi) are doing well. There have been a few reports of Yellowfin Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin). Wahoo have been consistently good. Anglers willing to head a bit farther out can target Sails (Billfish – Sailfish), Swords (Billfish – Swordfish) and Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue & Billfish – Marlin, White). BAIT REPORT – Bluerunners are swimming this week. Half Hitch 850-939-9885 https://www.halfhitch.com

August 11, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are biting well at night on the dock lights. Gulp will work sporadically but they are loving live Shrimp. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) and Bluefish are still hanging around with some Mangrove Snapper (Snapper, Gray). Slot Reds (Drum, Red) are beginning to show up inshore. They are schooling up. Bulls and Blacktips (Shark, Bull & Shark, Blacktip) are in the bay around the intracoastal area taking Mullet or whole Menhaden. Check out the new line of HUK apparel and fishing tackle that have arrived in store!! PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – The weather earlier this week made for a tough time getting out. Kings (Mackerel, King), Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) and Snapper (Snapper, Red) are some of the main targets. Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) are also doing well. BAIT REPORT – Silver Mullet are everywhere. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

August 4, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – There has been a lot of rain in the area as of late. The Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) bite is great in Pensacola Bay. Bluefish and Ladyfish are mixed in. We are using lead headed jigs, gotcha plugs and topwater plugs. 50-60 lbs mono lead works well. Spanish are up to 5 lbs, Bluefish and Ladyfish are up to 3 lbs. Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are hit and miss. The better bite is at night and there is a decent bite during the first hour of daylight. Redfish (Drum, Red) is pretty much the same. 3 Mile bridge is producing great Reds in the morning mixed in with Ladyfish, Bluefish and White Trout (Seatrout, Sand). Mangrove Snapper (Snapper, Gray) are on the rock jetties and docks. Live Shrimp or small cut bait is the best. The bridges are holding Snapper as well as Redfish. Jacks (Jack, Crevalle) are big and they are running the flats. Topwater plugs are the best method. They are in the bay and off the beach as well. They are up to 30 lbs consistently. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – There are some Kings (Mackerel, King) running the in the gulf. Captain John Mega-Bite-Inshore Charters 850-341-9816 megabiteinshore.com

July 28, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are a lot of Kings (Mackerel, King) swimming both inshore and offshore this week. There are some Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) mixed in. Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are swimming the dock lights at night. You can catch them on live Shrimp. There aren’t many reports of slot Reds (Drum, Red). A few Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are here and there. Mangrove Snapper (Snapper, Gray) are doing well. Lots of Sharks (Shark, Bull & Shark, Blacktip) are in the bay and the intracoastal this week. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Things are tricky offshore. There are a few Kings (Mackerel, King) out there and anglers are doing well. Vermillions and Mingos (Snapper, Vermillion & Snapper, Gray) are legal to catch. They are scattered all over the bottom around 10 miles out. Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) are turning up however they are catch and release. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

July 22, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Redfish (Drum, Red) and Black Drum (Drum, Black) are biting in the bay this week. Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are biting early in the morning and late in the afternoon. They are in the deeper drop offs and grass flats as the water is so warm. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are getting into the bay with Ladyfish and Bluefish. Nearshore a lot of Spanish, Ladyfish, Bluefish and Kings (Mackerel, King) are around the buoys. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Blues (Billfish – Marlin, Blue) have been picked up lately. Mangroves (Snapper, Gray) are on the edge. Grouper (Grouper, Gag) are coming up from the bottom. The blue water is far out. Big Yellowfins (Tuna, Yellowfin) have been caught farther out. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450

July 15, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Inshore anglers are catching Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red). Flounder (Flounder, Southern) and Black Snapper (Snapper, Gray) have also shown up. Live Croakers is the best bait. Look for the high tide. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Kings (Mackerel, King), Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) and Grouper are all in the gulf. Grouper (Grouper, Gag & Grouper, Red) are in roughly 200-300 ft. Gulf Breeze Bait & Tackle 850-932-6789 http://www.gbbtonline.com

July 7, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Throughout the intracoastal we are seeing Bluefish and Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish). They are loving Gotchas or Spoons. Big Sharks (Shark, Bull & Shark, Blacktip) are hanging around Pensacola Bay. Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are doing well at night. Live Shrimp is always great however Gulps and Vudu Shrimp are working well too. There have not been many reports of Redfish (Drum, Red). From the surf we are seeing Whiting (Kingfish, Southern), Pompano (Pompano, Florida), Sharks and a tonne of Sail Cats (Catfish, Gafftopsail). Frozen Shrimp and Fish Bites are working well. Cut bait will be productive as well. OFFSHORE – Kings (Mackerel, King) and Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater). The Kings are everywhere up to 7 miles out. They are extremely thick. Snapper (Snapper, Red) will be closing soon so anglers are getting their fishing in. BAIT REPORT – Anglers are raking Sand Fleas this week. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

June 29, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) are on the grass flats in the bay this week. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish), Kings (Mackerel, King) and Tarpon can be found off the piers. We hope to see this bite continue into the weekend. OFFSHORE – Snappers (Snapper, Red) can be found in the gulf this week. They are in roughly 50 ft of water. Cut bait – Shrimp in particular, are doing well. Gulf Breeze Bait & Tackle 850-932-6789 http://www.gbbtonline.com

June 24, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and Reds (Drum, Red) have been caught throughout the inshore this week. The evening and late night bite for Specks have been the best around dock lights. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) have also made an appearance this week. The Kings (Mackerel, King) and Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are moving in towards the piers. Anglers are using live bait or dead Cigar Minnow to hook the Kings while Gotcha Lures or Alewives are working for the Spanish. They also love sinking spoons reeled in quick. OFFSHORE – The blue water has been pretty far off this week. We are seeing a few Dolphin and Wahoo. There have even been some Swords (Billfish – Swordfish) brought in. There hasn’t been much action on Sails (Billfish – Sailfish) but they are out there if you are targeting them. Blues have been in and out from the gulf which is typical of the time of year. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450

June 17, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) are swimming inside this week. Look for the bait and birds to find them. Mangrove Snapper (Snapper, Gray) have shown up. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are beginning to bite and Vudu Shrimp are working well to hook them. Cut bait or Fish bites on a Carolina Rig dragged across the bottom are a great alternative. Early in the morning they are in close. The afternoon bite has them in deeper water. Off the beach the Ladyfish and Bluefish are hot. Pompano (Pompano, Florida) are still biting a bit but the Whiting are taking most of the bait. Kings (Mackerel, King) are around the buoys in the nearshore this week. They are running thick and are weighing in around 12 lbs. MirrOlures are actually working well to hook them. Crystal Minnow Jerkbaits are a great alternative. OFFSHORE – Good reports are coming in of Blackfin (Tuna, Blackfin) and small Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) out around the spur. There are reports of Wahoo caught out there as well. BAIT REPORT – Menhaden and Alewives are around this week. Pro Angler App users – Fishing with your Dad for Father’s Day? Why not cook him up a tasty meal afterwards using our Recipes feature! Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

June 9, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – There is some great action inshore this week. The Flounder (Flounder, Southern) has been great around the pass. The Redfish (Drum, Red) have arrived and moved into the Bayous and Canals. They are good slot sizes. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are on the ledge and catching well. Anglers are easily catching some good numbers from this area. We expect this bite to continue into the weekend. OFFSHORE – Kings (Mackerel, King) have shown up and the bite is hot. Red Snapper (Snapper, Red) are always biting. A really good Wahoo bite has been reported. They are anywhere from 18-40 miles. Anglers are high speed trolling between bottom fishing spots to hit the Wahoo. Offshore has really livened up this week. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450 https://www.facebook.com/Outcast-Bait-and-Tackle

June 3, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Inshore we have Trout (Seatrout, Spotted), Redfish (Drum, Red), Flounder (Flounder, Southern). For the Trout, early in the morning on the grass flats or under the lights at night are your best times to catch them. Pretty close to the beach they are catching Kings and Spanish (Mackerel, King & Mackerel, Spanish). OFFSHORE – Our offshore snapper season has started for Reds (Snapper, Red). 60ft. Is a good starting point if you want to start seeing the bigger Reds. Be sure to check out the in-app GPS hotspots for some new numbers and get fishing. BAIT REPORT – Bait has been decent with some Cigar Minnows and Shrimp. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

May 26, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Pompano (Pompano, Florida) and Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are biting this week. We are also seeing some Redfish (Drum, Red) hitting as well. Shrimp has been working well for just about everything. We expect to see a nice Snapper (Snapper, Red) bite as of Saturday when the season opens. We have not had any catch and release reports as of yet so all the bites will be a surprise. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450

May 20, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – A lot of Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) continue to bite. They are on the grass flats early in the morning and late in the afternoon. If you head out at night you can search the dock lights. The later in the day, the deeper the holes you’ll find them in. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are beginning to show up this week. Soft plastics and bull Minnows are best to hook them. OFFSHORE – Snapper (Snapper, Red) are hitting really well. Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) and Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) are also hot. They are on the bigger wrecks in 100 or more feet of water. The deeper the water, the better the sizes. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

May 12, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are catching Flounder (Flounder, Southern) and Pompano (Pompano, Florida) this week. A few Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are being caught as well. There is also a very scattered report of Kings (Mackerel, King) coming close to the beach. We expect these conditions to carry into the weekend. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450

May 6, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) have been in the ICW in 3-5 of water this week. May is a great month for big Trout on artificials. Free lining Finger Mullet or a small Croaker will get you the biggest sizes. It will take a bit to get the bite so be patient. Topwater plugs, MirrOdines in 17MR or XL are go to artificials. There has been a lot of rain so the bay has been muddy. The fish are scattered in pockets looking for the saltier places. Anglers have to look for clean water and throw MirrOlures and Bass Assassins 5 inch jerk shad. Make sure you have 20-30 lb leader depending on whether or not you are fishing structure. Keep in mind, if you catch a big female Trout be sure to handle as little as possible and release it so there will be plenty for seasons to come. There are also a few Flounder (Flounder, Southern) hanging around. They are hit and miss this time of year so the scattered bite is typical of the season. Captain John Mega-Bite-Inshore Charters 850-341-9816 jtn16@cox.net Megabiteinshore.com

April 27, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) continue to bite this week. Live Shrimp and artificials such as DOAs are the best baits to hook them. Pompano (Pompano, Florida) and Whiting (Kingfish, Southern) are coming out of the surf so far. Shrimp and Sand Fleas are doing best to hook them. The early morning and late afternoon have provided the best bite. OFFSHORE – Everything is going crazy. The toughest fish is Redfish (Drum, Red) this week. Fish are all over on the East and West wall with some Snook (Snook, Common). The Snook are hot this week. They are easy to catch, finding a legal size is the difficult part. They are in the pattern of moving toward the beach prior to June. Throughout the centre of the harbour there is Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish), Cobia, and a few small to moderate sized Sharks (Shark, Spinner). The Tarpon are hanging around the harbor, passes and into the beaches. Everyday there are more and more of them. BAIT REPORT – Bull Minnows and Pinfish are showing up this week. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

April 22, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – A few Kings (Mackerel, King) have been moving in closer and can be caught right off the pier this week. The Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) are in their breeding phase so anglers are catching a lot of male Trout and the gator Trout are being caught near them. Redfish (Drum, Red) are pushing out of the Bayou into the ICW. Grass is growing on the flats so both fish are moving there. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are moving from offshore to inshore. Jacks (Jack, Crevalle) are inshore this week as well. They have moved into the ICW too. Lots of Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) are moving inshore and you can find them in the ICW as well. The Sheepshead run has just ended but a few are still being caught here and there. OFFSHORE – The report has been hit and miss due to weather this week. We expect to see some nice sized Triggers (Triggerfish, Gray) and Snapper (Snapper, Gray). There are quite a few Cobia caught as well. We expect this bite to pick up once the weather settles down. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450 https://proangler.us/capt/outcastbaitandtackle.jpg

April 14, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – It’s been slow as the Sheepshead are pretty much moved out however there are still Redfish (Drum, Red), Pompano (Pompano, Florida), Kings (Mackerel, King) and Cobia around the Pensacola Beach and Navarre Pier. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) can also be found on the pier as well as in the bay this week. OFFSHORE – Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) are being caught offshore this week. Snapper (Snapper, Red) are also hitting although they are out of season but still a fun catch. A few Kings (Mackerel, King) are being caught on the troll through bait balls as well. Tight Lines 850-433-2962

April 7, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Cobia and Pompano (Pompano, Florida) are hitting right off the beach this week. Anglers are finding shiny Spoons will do well to hook them as long as they stay just below the top of the water. There are also Sheepshead in the pass. Generally Shrimp or Fiddler Crabs will do well to hook them. Pensacola pier is holding some Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) as well. Stop in to Outcast Bait & Tackle to check out all of their great events coming up! Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450

March 30, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers have been catching some Pompano (Pompano, Florida) from the beach pier long with some Sheepshead. The Sheepshead are a lot more populous this week. Generally they will go crazy for live Fiddler Crabs or Shrimp. If you are throwing artificials, a similar Shrimp such as a Vudu Shrimp by Egret will work well. Check out our GPS Hotspots so you don’t waste any time the next time you hit the water. OFFSHORE – A few Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) have shown up on the wrecks this week. The bite is consistent and the sizes are fair. We hope to see this carry into the weekend. Anglers gearing up for the Spring bite can check out our Fish feature which provides tons of tips and tricks to keep your lines tight. Tight Lines 850-433-2962 https://www.facebook.com/Tight-Lines-Bait-and-Tackle-539807542703359

March 24, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Sheepshead have been the main focus this week. They have been in the pass, close wrecks and on structures. Shrimp and Fiddler Crabs are the best bait to hook them. The beach is holding some as well. We are also seeing Redfish (Drum, Red), Pompano (Pompano, Florida) and Drum (Drum, Black) in this area. There are tons of bait options Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service. Stop in and stock up! OFFSHORE – Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) and Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) have been caught in the offshore this week. 100 ft and more is the best place to find them. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

March 17, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – A few Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Redfish (Drum, Red) are in the bayous this week. There are some Pompano (Pompano, Florida) on the beach beginning to run. Sheepshead are swimming throughout the pass this week. They are not strong but will get there. Cobia have not quite moved into this area yet but we expect to see them show up soon. Outcast Bait & Tackle is hosting a month long tournament for Sheepshead! Give them a shout for more details on how to enter! OFFSHORE – We are seeing Tuna, Yellowfin begin to show up way offshore. A few Wahoo have been caught on the high speed troll here and there. The deep droppers are hooking a few Grouper, Snowy however this bite is not consistent. We expect to see everything pick up soon. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450

March 9, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Pompano, Florida and Whiting (Kingfish, Southern) have shown up in the surf. There are a few Drum, Black and Redfish (Drum, Red) that are scattered around as well. The early morning to late afternoon bite has been the most productive. A few Sheepshead have begun to show up in the passes around the bridge pilings and jetties. They are taking Crabs or Shrimp so far. OFFSHORE – Anglers may find a bit of Triggerfish, Gray however due to the wind we are not sure if we will continue to see consistent numbers into the weekend. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666 https://proangler.us/capt/graystackleandguideservice.jpg

March 3, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are still some Sheepshead swimming the rivers this week although the Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are beginning to ease up. Towards the bridges and mid bay have some Sheepshead as well as some Snapper, Mutton on the bridges and inshore wrecks. The Sheepshead will start heading towards the pass in the next few weeks. The jetties at the pass will hold the best sizes. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) can also be found in the bayous where the best sizes are holding up. The Reds (Drum, Red) are in the upper and lower bays on the oyster beds this week. The bite is consistent so far. OFFSHORE – Anglers heading offshore can expect to see Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) and Triggerfish, Gray. There are also a few Mangroves (Snapper, Gray) show up too. Anglers are deep dropping in 800 ft. and hooking Scorpionfish, Spiny cheek. We expect to see Kings (Mackerel, King) move in soon for the Spring bite. Tight Lines 850-433-2962

February 24, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are beginning to catch some Sheepshead. There are still some Reds (Drum, Red) around and the Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are up in the rivers and canals. Shrimp has been the best way to hook them. The surf is producing Drum (Drum, Black), Reds, Pompano (Pompano, Florida) and Whiting (Kingfish, Southern) as well. Fish bites and Shrimp have been key here. OFFSHORE – Weather has been pretty bad so a lot of people have had trouble getting out. Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) are on the bigger wrecks in the 100 ft range. Triggerfish, Gray have been on the smaller wrecks a bit closer. This should continue into the weekend. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

February 18, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Most recently the main target is Sheepshead. They are holding up on structures and bridges as usual. There are some Reds (Drum, Red) mixed in however they have been quite spotty. Headed into the weekend we are looking at some improved weather so we hope to see some more reports come in. OFFSHORE – When there are some breaks in the weather anglers are heading out to target Triggerfish, Gray this week. Farther out there are some Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) at 8-10 miles and beyond. Anglers are throwing butterfly jigs and live baits. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450 https://www.facebook.com/Outcast-Bait-and-Tackle-10150124181105173/

February 10, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The rivers, creeks, backwater and bayous are hot for the chunk bite that is attracting the Stripers (Bass, Striped). There are still Sheepshead on structure in the upper bay. The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are still on fire this week. There are also a lot of slot Reds (Drum, Red) this week. The other parts of the bay are holding some decent Sheepshead as well this week. They are taking Fiddler Crabs, small Shrimp and even Fish Bites. The incoming tide is the best time to get out. Shady areas are the best places to cast. The surf has been taking a break but will turn back on when the weather warms up. OFFSHORE – Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) are biting mostly in the Federal water this week. The bite is not consistent however they are out there for anglers who put their time in. They are past 7-8 miles this week however the 10 mile mark is the best place to be. We expect this to carry into the weekend. Tight Lines 850-433-2962 https://www.facebook.com/Tight-Lines-Bait-and-Tackle-539807542703359/

February 4, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are catching Sheepshead in the bays and around the bridges. They are spotty in the pass. There are a few Reds (Drum, Red) mixed in as well. Smaller live Shrimp and Fiddler Crabs are the best bet to bring them in. A number two or four hook size will work well. The early morning bite has been the most productive. Pompano, Florida and Reds are scattered around the beach but are beginning to move out. OFFSHORE – Triggerfish, Gray and Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) have been doing well in the offshore. Cut bait is working well for Triggers. Squid has been the best. Jigging for the Ajs has been the most productive. BAIT REPORT – Pinfish are still hanging around at this point but are becoming more difficult to find. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450 https://www.facebook.com/Outcast-Bait-and-Tackle-10150124181105173/

January 28, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The rivers have been full of Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) to the mouth of the bay. The bridges and deep holes are holding the best sizes. Reds (Drum, Red) are also turning up on live Shrimp. Towards the mid bay bridge there are tons of Sheepshead moving towards the pass. The sizes have been decent so far and they are loving Fiddler Crabs or smaller Shrimp. Sand Fleas are also a great alternative. The Flounder (Flounder, Southern & Flounder, Gulf) bite has dropped off this week. There are still a few however they are difficult to find. The canals are holding more great Trout this week, especially around the dock lights in the evening. The surf is absolutely on fire with Pompano (Pompano, Florida), Whiting (Kingfish, Southern) and Drum, Black that are hitting fish bites. This has been the hot bait this week and will hook just about anything in the surf. OFFSHORE – Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) have been doing extremely well in this area. They will hit anything and are just about everywhere. If you are not catching Triggers you must not be fishing. The Wahoo are moving into roughly 25 miles offshore. They are taking purple lures this week. This has been the hot color. Anglers are high speed trolling with Purple black bars. There are also some Tuna, Blackfin swimming the same areas. They are being caught on live bait on the troll as well. Anglers are also throwing topwater lures such as pencil poppers to hook them. The problem in this area is not a lack of fish but instead a lack of consistently nice weather which has made offshore fishing difficult for most anglers lately. Tight Lines 850-433-2962 https://www.facebook.com/Tight-Lines-Bait-and-Tackle-539807542703359/

January 22, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – It’s been fairly slow in this area lately. There are some Sheepshead around the bridges and pylons, or Bob’s Heights about 3 miles out, and anywhere there is any structure and barnacles. Sheepshead will be ready to spawn there. There are some Bull Reds (Drum, Red) along the beaches and passes. They will be schooled up with the cooler temperature. OFFSHORE – Triggerfish, Gray are open and biting really well. Anglers are hitting their limits when the weather allows. Cut bait such as Squid are doing well or Cigar Minnows alternatively. They are only about 7 miles out on the wrecks. Ajs (Jack, Amberjack, Greater) are swimming in the same area however the better sizes are farther out. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450 https://www.facebook.com/Outcast-Bait-and-Tackle-10150124181105173/

January 15, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – In the upper bays there are lots of Reds (Drum, Red) hiding in the grass as well as in the lower river. They are slowing down and the sizes are not as great as last month. Generally live bait such as Shrimp will work well to hook them. The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are moving back into the creeks and rivers this week. The hybrid Striper bite in the rivers has been hot and should continue on live Shrimp or small jerk baits and matrix shads. The most popular colors for artificials are white. In the bay around the point and bridges there are lots of Sheepshead. Most angler will be targeting them for upcoming tournaments. From the surf we expect to see Pompano, Florida slow down with the recent cold front, however the Bluefish and Whiting (Kingfish, Southern & Kingfish, Northern) are increasing in size and bite while moving in. Anglers are still catching Drum, Black and a few slot Reds. Nearshore the Flounder (Flounder, Southern & Flounder, Gulf) are doing well from the bottom in roughly 50 ft of water. Bonito, Little Tunny have moved in around the pier and are on fire with the fronts. They are moving in with the bait closer to the beach. OFFSHORE – Now that the weather has broken a bit anglers are now getting out to target the great bite of Triggerfish, Gray swimming this week. They are now open so anglers are hoping to stock up on them. The Tuna, Blackfin are doing well around the edge. They’re huge and mixed in with some Wahoo near the drop off. As a secondary target anglers are going for Snapper, Gray as well as they are easy to stock up on. Tight Lines 850-433-2962

January 6, 2016

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Canals and Bayous are now host to a lot of Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) this week and they are loving live Shrimp or similar artificials such as Vudu Shrimp. The sizes are getting better and the numbers are increasing now that the temperature has dropped slightly. White Trout (Seatrout, Sand) have been swimming the Pensacola Bay Bridge along with some Sheepshead that have been holding up around all bridges and structures. Sheephead are preferring Fiddler Crabs so far this week. There are also a few Reds (Drum, Red) in the bay that are going after Shrimp, similar to the Trout. OFFSHORE – The gulf has had a decent bite on Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Ocean) and Snapper, Vermillion so far this week. There have also been reports of both Tuna, Yellowfin and Tuna, Blackfin in the deep water around the rigs and drill ships. They are coming up in great sizes however the bite is on and off. Gulf Breeze Bait & Tackle 850-932-6789 http://www.gbbtonline.com/

December 29, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The bite inshore has remained steady this week. The Stripers (Bass, Striped) and Reds (Drum, Red) are continuing to do well around the river. Sheepshead are picking up as it is that time of year, however the air is not as cool as it normally is. The bridges are holding the best sizes so far and Fiddler Crabs seem to be their preference of bait. Nothing has turned up in the pass so far however there are Snapper, Red and Sheepshead in the bay on a spotty bite. The Flounder (Flounder, Southern & Flounder, Gulf) have disappeared so far this week but we won’t be surprised to see some turn up by the weekend. OFFSHORE – Anglers are excited for the opening of Triggerfish and Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) this week however there have been no reports from the offshore this week otherwise. BAIT REPORT – Bull Minnows and Finger Mullet are both running so far this week. No time to catch bait? Tight Lines has all the live bait you will need for every fishing trip! Tight Lines 850-433-2962 https://www.facebook.com/Tight-Lines-Bait-and-Tackle-539807542703359/

December 21, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Reds (Drum, Red) have been doing extremely well despite the Red Tide. There have also been Pompano, Florida in the surf. The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) have moved into the rivers and creeks at this point. Everything swimming is loving live Shrimp this week.Stretch 25 on the troll or Shrimp is killing it this week for all fish. BAIT REPORT – Shrimp are thick this week and working very well for inshore fish. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

December 17, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers in this area continue to see quite a bit of action this week. Sheepshead are moving towards the intracoastal waterway now. They are hitting live Fiddler Crabs which is no surprise. They have been holding in the upper bay as well towards the head where the river connects and from Francis Blackwater Bay and towards Escambia Bay the Sheeps are all around the bridges. The hot Bull Red (Drum, Red) bite has moved to the pass and the top water action has slowed down. Legal slots are still turning up around piers and bridges on live Shrimp or Pinfish. There are also some slots making their way to the creeks and lower river along with some Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and Bass (Bass, Striped) both natural and hybrid in Blackwater Bay. Bass can also be caught around the docks and deep holes, anywhere there is warm water. Live Shrimp have been killing it for all three species. As an artificial alternative, Matrix and vortex Shads are producing very well. From the nearshore there are Bonito, Little Tunny on the gulf pier and Kings (Mackerel, King) that have slowed down this week. Kepp in mind there is a bit of red tide still in the area. BAIT REPORT – Pinfish are running this week and working well for inshore fish. Head over to Tight Lines on Monday for their huge Christmas Sale! All inventory (except bait) 25% off as well as 10% off gift certificates! Tight Lines 850-433-2962 https://www.facebook.com/Tight-Lines-Bait-and-Tackle-539807542703359/

December 11, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The bite in this area has seemed to slow down this week. There are still good numbers of Bull Reds (Drum, Red) in the the bay and hanging around the outside. They are getting fat as the weather cools down. Anglers throwing bucktail jigs or laser tails will find quite a bit of productivity with them. There have also been reports of a continued Flounder (Flounder, Southern & Flounder, Gulf) bite throughout the pass as well as on the nearshore wrecks. As the weather cools they are beginning their move outwards. Flounder are loving soft plastics this week such as matrix shads or glow Shrimp. There have been no signs of Whiting (Kingfish, Southern) so far this week. BAIT REPORT – There are still some Finger Mullet hanging around this week although no reports of Porgy so far. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450 https://www.facebook.com/Outcast-Bait-and-Tackle-10150124181105173/

December 3, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – There is a mixed bag of fish turning up this week and they have all been great sizes. Reds (Drum, Red) are hitting very well on Porgies and Spots. Anglers are jigging the tidelines to find them. Flounder (Flounder, Southern & Flounder, Gulf) have been mixed in biting the same baits. The Surf has been full of great fish this week. Pompano, Florida are just about everywhere and loving live or dead Shrimp around the bridges, pylons and inshore wrecks. Fish bites are working quite well too. Whiting (Kingfish, Kingfish, Southern & Kingfish, Northern) have shown up on the same baits as well. OFFSHORE – Now that Grouper, Red and Grouper, Gag are closed there is not a whole lot happening in the offshore. Some anglers are live baiting the tide lines however there has not been a solid fish bit in the area this week. BAIT REPORT – There are tons of Porgy and Spot running providing ample bait for anglers this week. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

November 26, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – Off the piers anglers have also caught some good sized Kings (Mackerel, King). The Flounder (Flounder, Southern & Flounder, Gulf) bite has begun to pick up in this area lately. They have been hitting live Bull Minnows or berkley gulps. Reds (Drum, Red) are also schooling up in the bay so anglers are throwing anything white with either a curly tail or bull tail on a jig. The fish are right near the top so it doesn’t take much effort. The weather has been keeping anglers off the nearshore as well so there aren’t too many reports from farther out at this point. OFFSHORE – It has been a tough go in the deeper water as of late. The unfavorable weather has made getting on the water extremely difficult for anglers. There were a few reports of a good Grouper (Grouper, Gag) bite at 200 ft and beyond. Anyone who would like to head out on the water this holiday when conditions lie down can always check out our Tips feature which provides additional information and suggestions on how to improve your catch. BAIT REPORT – There is plenty of bait running this week. Cigar Minnows, Threadfins and big Alewives are swimming around the beach, pier and nearshore wrecks. The cold weather may affect this into the weekend but our sources say we will just have to wait and see. Tight Lines’ Black Friday Sale runs this weekend from Friday-Sunday with 25% OFF most products excluding bait. Tight Lines 850-433-2962

November 20, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The most prominent fish in this area are definitely the Bull Reds (Drum, Red) this week. They are coming up in fairly large sizes just about everywhere. Bait such as Pinfish, Mullet and Shrimp are working well on a jig. Anglers continue to see a spotty Mackerel, King bite in the bay however they are beginning to move back out. BAIT REPORT – Menhaden have become spotty this week and there are no other reports of bait swimming at this time. Half Hitch Bait & Tackle 321-264-0996 ilms0331@gmail.com

November 13, 2015

Pensacola

INSHORE – Mackerel, King are still swimming in the bay. They are loving Menhaden and are chasing the run. Bull Reds (Drum, Red) have also been found inshore, and lots of keeper sizes. Pinfish, Mullet and Shrimp are all working well under a jig. The Flounder, Gulf have pretty much moved out at this point and are a fairly scarce, as well as any Seatrout, Spotted that was biting. OFFSHORE – The deeper water has been slow this past week as not a lot of anglers have been getting farther out. Most have remained inshore however there are some boaters that have brought back reports. The Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) bite is continuing around the rigs about 72-75 miles out. Anglers have been chunking live bait for them. BAIT REPORT – Menhaden are running inshore and can be found in Chico and the harbor. They are working well for both inshore and offshore fishing. Outcast Bait & Tackle 850-457-1450

November 6, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Reds (Drum, Red) have had a pretty good bite from slot sized to keeper. They are hitting Bull Minnows, Pinfish, Mullet and Shrimp. Flounder, Southern are also hitting the same bait however they are beginning to move out. There are some Seatrout, Spotted in the rivers and into the bays although the sizes are pretty well picked through at this point of the season. Live bait are working well for Trout. Basically: in the shallow water where you can find the bait, you can find the fish. OFFSHORE – It has still been pretty breezy in the farther out locations this week. There have been no reports of offshore fishing lately. Most fish swimming are shut down at this time. If you do decide to head out in the next few days you can always consult our Tips feature that provides more information and suggestions that could help improve your catch. You could also head into Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service for an in-person report on recent trips. BAIT REPORT – The Mullet are beginning to move and can be caught on the outside at this point. Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service 850-492-2666

October 28, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – The deep waters are safe from anglers lately as conditions have been way too rough to get out on the water. No one has been taking on the conditions this week however previously anglers made their way out to the edge of State water at the 9 mile mark to fish for Snapper (Snapper, Red) throwing cigar Minnows or Live Pinfish.

INSHORE – There have been ample reports of Catfish, Hardhead specifically in the surf. They can be caught using pieces of Shrimp either live or frozen. Whiting (Kingfish, Gulf & Kingfish, Southern) and a few Pompano (Pompano, Florida) along with Reds (Drum, Red) have been chasing all the Mullet in shore so if you find the Mullet you can find the fish.

BAIT REPORT – Our sources are revealing Mullet and Pinfish are running. If you are fishing under docks or in shallow grassy flats you have a good chance of bringing in quite a few of these.

Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service
850-492-2666

October 23, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – Although the wind has made offshore fishing challenging we are still seeing great results. Wahoo have not been as frequent as last week however we are still seeing some big fish turn up. Some Blue Marlin, White Marlin and even some small Dolphin are moving in closer. A lot of anglers are trolling Ballyhoo or anything blue and white. Specifically purple and black is reported to be working best for Wahoo. Bottom fishing produced some Snapper last weekend but we don’t expect to see many more of those caught in the coming weeks.

INSHORE – In the bay we continue to see lot of Redfish and Kings munching on Live Menhaden. We can expect to see lots of Flounder as they begin their migration into the bay to spawn. This can make hooking Flounder hit and miss but your best bet is with a Gulp or Live Bull Minnows. If you’re heading up the pass you’ll find Gulf Flounder where alternatively we see Southern Flounder in the bay. Don’t be surprised if you reel in a Spanish Mackerel as there are still a few left out there also.

BAIT REPORT – The Menhaden are starting to make their way out and doing all the work for you as the Redfish and Kings are going right for them. Load up on them while numbers are good.

Outcast Bait & Tackle
3520 Barrancas Ave
Pensacola, FL
850-457-1450

September 25, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – The water has been kind of rough lately, making offshore fishing tough. A couple of White Marlin and Sailfish have been caught offshore using Squid. On the weekends, we have our state water Snapper season, which is only out to 9 miles. The Snapper are quite scattered. If you find you’re not getting many bites try resizing your baits or leaders down a bit till you find the sweet spot. INSHORE – Redfish should be filling up the bay before too long. Plenty of Spanish Mackerel being caught in the bay as well as some Flounder. For the Flounder, try using a soft plastic like a gulp, and for live bait try using a Bull Minnow or live Shrimp. For the Redfish, try using Lazytails. BAIT REPORT – Finger Mullets and Bull Minnow are running right now. Outcast Bait & Tackle 3520 Barrancas Ave Pensacola, FL 850-457-1450

September 11, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – It’s Red Snapper season right now, but just on the weekends in September and October. Anything is working on the Snapper, but a big Carolina rig with a 5/0 or 610 circle hook is popular right now. Stay inside 9 miles and live bait is plentiful. There is a variety of bait fish to be netted, but Cigar Minnows seem to be the most common. INSHORE – There are lots of Black Snapper around to be caught off the beach and piers. Flounder is starting to move in from the North into the Lower Bay, from the rivers. The Big Redfish are being caught on bridges right now. The Mahi are coming in close, anywhere you can find a school of bait fish, the Mahi are close behind. Anywhere by the piers should be easy to find a school of fish. BAIT REPORT – Cigar Minnows are around anywhere within 9 miles. Tight Lines 711 N Pace Blvd, Pensacola, FL 850 433 2962

August 28, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

Offshore: Black Snapper have been hot lately and Spanish Mackerel are starting to show up in the bay, and they are hitting silver Gotcha lures right and left. The Mingo bite has been good on cut squid on a 2 or 3 hook rig, and some anglers are picking up quite a few chicken Dolphin in close, bottom fishing in about 80 feet of water.

Inshore: Some anglers are reporting pretty good luck with the Flounder along the shore at night. Although the Redfish have not shown up yet in large numbers, they are expected to begin congregating any day now.

Tight Lines
711 N Pace Blvd
Pensacola, FL
850-433-2962

August 21, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – The reefs just off shore have been fishing well for Amberjack. There’s been some Grouper out there while bottom fishing for Amberjack. Live baits are best out there like Pinfish, Croakers, Alewives, and Cigar Minnows (if you can catch them). Frozen baits that will work are Squid, Mullet, and Cigar Minnows.

INSHORE – The intercostal side is producing Redfish, Trout, and the odd Flounder. The Trout and Redfish will gladly take a shrimp as will the Flounder, but if targeting strictly Flounder you would be better off using Bull Minnows on a carolina rig. The beach side is seeing the tail end of their Tarpon fishing. Off the piers there is also lots of Spanish Mackerel and King Mackerel.

BAIT REPORT – This time of year brings us lots Alewives. Bull Minnows along with Finger Mullet are in good numbers through flats and beaches.

Outcast Bait and Tackle is having their fall sale until Sunday! They also have a tent sale with piles of gear priced to go.

Outcast Bait & Tackle
3520 Barrancas Ave
Pensacola, FL
850-457-1450

August 14, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – There are Kingfish and Spanish Mackerel out in the gulf right now, and there are a few bull reds too. Your bait of choice is going to be Cigar Minnows. Try to look for holes where cooler water gets caught.

INSHORE – The inshore has been too hot to fish recently and David over at Outcast Bait & Tackle has not heard a thing. If you are going to go fishing, go in the black of morning or at night.

BAIT REPORT – You can find Cigar Minnows along the shore.

David
Outcast Bait & Tackle
(850) 457-1450

August 6, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

INSHORE: Anglers are doing pretty good inshore with snapper, redfish, a few speckled trout, flounder, and Spanish mackerel. Those anglers looking to catch their own bait will find pin fish and pilchards if they know where to find them. New penny gulps are always a favorite for artificial bait in this area, though color does not seem to make a huge difference. Again, because the water is warming up to nearly 90 degrees, early morning and evening are the best times to fish as long as the tide is moving.

Tight Lines Bait and Tackle
850 433 2962

July 31, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

Offshore: Grouper are doing well, especially about 3 or 4 miles out past the areas that are getting hit pretty hard. Large live bait such as pinfish is working very well. Bait fish are readily available right at the pass.

Inshore: Pompano are plentiful off the beach and Spanish Mackerel out in the pass. Redfish are a little slow, especially in the heat of the day, so it’s best to get out there early. The night fishing has been quite a bit better than day fishing lately. Don’t forget to get some live shrimp, as they are attracting quite a variety of fish. It’s good to remember that the Gulf waters in this area are rather shallow and protected by the Florida peninsula. Fishing doesn’t change much unless a red tide shows up.

Dustin
Outcast Bait and Tackle

July 23, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – It was really rough out during the early portion of this week and not many of our guys got offshore. But Rusty over at Outcast Bait & Tackle got out Monday morning and was catching Snapper pretty good on Cigar Minnows and Northern Mackerel.

INSHORE – The bite has been off and on because of the rain and hot water. Early in the morning and late in the afternoon on the grass is a great time and place to be if you want to target the Speckled Trout and Redfish. There are also a few Flounder in the pass. For bait you want to net up Bull Minnows or Croaker if you can. Failing that Shrimp is always a good bait to use, and there is Pinfish around too.

BAIT REPORT – Bait is all over on the shorelines which is where you catch Bull Minnows, Finger Mullet and Croaker. Target the grassy shorelines or the grass flats. If you are going artificial MirrOlure works good, Gulp too. If you are targeting specifically the Spanish Mackerel, go for a shiny Gotcha lure or spoon in the pass – and if that doesn’t work try a white bucktail jig. There is some Cigar Minnows and Sardines around the buoys and Massachusetts.

Rusty
Outcast Bait & Tackle
3520 Barrancas Ave, Pensacola, FL
(850) 457-1450

June 26th, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

OFFSHORE: Fishing offshore is great! If you want to bottom fish you’ll want to head out the one of the many artificial wrecks. There you’ll find tons of Snapper. For them you’ll want to drop some live bait, which you can catch on your way out. If trolling is more your style then you’re going to have to head way out. There you’ll find you can troll for Dolphin and Wahoo. As always the dolphin love a good Ballyhoo so throw that out.

INSHORE: Inshore there are lots of Spanish and King Mackerel. These are doing well on trolling spoons and dusters. There are also a lot of Redfish and Trout, particularly in the morning. You’ll want to use live bait like Threadfins, Alewives and Sardines for that. 

BAIT: There is lots of bait around. Especially Threadfins, Alewives and Sardines. 

Tight Lines 

711 N Pace Blvd, Pensacola, FL 
www.tightlinespensacola.com/ 
850 433 2962 

June 19,2015 

Pensacola Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – There are lots of Red Snapper around. You’ll want to bottom fish for those. Find yourself a rocky bottom or reef. There you’ll want to drop live bait like Cigar Minnows, or Pinfish. If you are more of a fan of cutbait, try Mackerel.

INSHORE – Over at Ruby’s Fishcamp they have been seeing some Brim off the pier. No one has been catching much of anything because it has been really hot and the water has been muddy. That being said there are some Trout is you fish early in the morning or late at night. There are also some Redfish and Flounder. All of these fish are hitting on live Shrimp.

BAIT REPORT – There are lots of Cigar Minnows and Pinfish so sabiki those up.

Doug
Gray’s Tackle & Guide Service
Park Plaza, 13019 Sorrento Rd # 2, Pensacola, FL
(850) 492-2666

June 11th, 2015

Pensacola Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – Snapper season is open until Midnight on the 11th in Federal Waters and until July 12th in State waters. Enjoy the season while it lasts because the bite is good! The Mangrove Snapper bite is also good. We are looking forward to the opening of Gag Grouper season on July 1st. Out there you’ll also find Scamp Groupers and Amberjacks which are good but closed. Scamp Groupers love Cigar Minnows or Alewives. King and Spanish Mackerel have been good. Anglers in the area have been finding bottom fishing success with Cigar Minnows, Boston Mackerel and Sardines. If trolling is more your style Wahoo have been hot around 300 feet of water just south of the edge. At the Massachusetts wreck, about 15 miles out by the pass is full of fish. If you can, go during the week when there aren’t many boats. When it is busy the fish tend to get skittish.

INSHORE – Under dock lights or in the morning when the water is cooler the Speckled Trout have been biting well. Using Spanish Mackerel as your bait you’ll likely to find that the Redfish and Black Snapper are pretty good. Redfish travel in a school so where there is one you’re bound to find more. The Black Snapper bit is very tide dependant so take care not to fish the slack.

BAIT REPORT – The bait is is good. They are on the bottom and less wary there bait is good. sometimes it is on the bottom though, it is easier to catch them on the bottom because they are less wary. Sabiki up what you can at the buoys, there are lots of Hard Tails, Threadfins, Alewives, Cigar Minnows, and Pinfish.

John

Tight Lines
711 N Pace Blvd, Pensacola, FL
www.tightlinespensacola.com/
850 433 2962










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