Boasting the title of “Sailfish Capital of the World,” Martin County is a dream come true for those who love to fish. With a plethora of fishing charters, marinas and bait and tackle shops, Martin County has everything you need to catch a whopper. Keep reading for our expert tips on casting a line in Martin County.
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- When fishing for big jacks, make sure to pack a topwater lure. When you spot a school of Big Jacks, throw the lure to the edge of the school and watch as the fish pile over each other. Once you’re hooked up, hang on! These big guys will run you around your boat several times during the time it takes to get them in.
- July and August are the best months to catch snook in the river towards the St. Lucie Inlet! Just remember to handle those fish gently when you release them.
- Looking for trout? Cast a line on the flats north of Jensen Beach to catch a flurry of these freshwater fish.
- If catching cobia is more your speed, we suggest staking out a fishing spot at Sand Pile and/or Bullshark Barge.
- Sailfish, dolphin and snapper love to hang out further offshore. Sails will be mixed in with the dolphin and looking for the same bites.
- When searching for mahi, finding the right depth is key. Be sure to look for rips, color changes and/or weed lines from 150 to 600 feet deep if you want to catch one of these guys.
- Fish the reefs and wrecks of Martin County for mangroves, amberjacks, grouper and lane snappers.
Want to fish with alongside an expert? Check out these Martin County charter companies:
- Voted the best fishing boat on the Treasure Coast, Lady Stuart Deep Sea Fishing will take you to several amazing offshore spots to catch snapper, grouper, sea bass, kingfish and more.
- Whether you want to fish the river, inlet, beach or offshore in the Bahamas, DayMaker Charters can take you exactly where you want to go.
- Located at Pirate’s Cove Resort and Marina in Stuart, Mattanza Charters specializes in providing fishing charters for a wide variety of bottom and game species. With over 30 years of experience, the Mattanza Charters team knows where the fish are biting!
- Captain Scott Fawcett and Off the Chain Charters can help you find Martin County’s finest fish. Captain Scott welcomes anglers of all ages and provides a very hands-on fishing experience.
- Climb aboard the Reel Busy with Captain Wayne Brodeur for a day full of fishing and fun! Reel Busy’s large, express-style cockpit is perfect for anglers and observers.
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