Artificial Lure here coming to you with the latest fishing report for the Gulf of Mexico, Florida, on this fine Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

We're looking at almost fourteen hours of daylight today, with sunrise at 6:31 am and sunset stretching out to 8:30 pm. We’ve got a high tidal coefficient of 71, which means strong tidal movement—prime conditions for inshore and nearshore action. High tide rolled in at 3:27 am and will hit again at 1:55 pm; low tides are at 8:54 am and 9:55 pm, so plan your trip around those changes to maximize your bite window according to Tides4Fishing.

Weather-wise, we’re enjoying mild summer mornings with calm conditions, but watch for those classic afternoon pop-up showers inland and near the coast. This June has delivered fewer windy days, so both nearshore and offshore runs are comfortable and productive—perfect for serious anglers and family groups alike, as noted by Intercoastal Safaris out of Panama City Beach.

Inshore, redfish and speckled trout are leading the show. The grass flats near small bay islands and structures by Highway 98 and North Bay bridge have been hot. Anglers hitting these spots at dawn with topwater plugs or popping corks rigged with live shrimp reported steady bites. Numbers of slot reds and trout are good, though true trophy keepers have been just a touch below average—so measure carefully and check your FWC regulations.

Offshore, the bite is wide open. Gag grouper are still in season until the end of June, and folks are hauling up plenty of smaller grouper and vermillion snapper about nine miles out using 2/0 to 3/0 circle hooks with cigar minnows or cut squid. Red snapper season is just kicking off, so expect lots of boats prospecting reefs with 6/0 or 7/0 hooks baited with sardines or squid. King mackerel have been active on the troll with Rapala and Stretch 30+ lures, while cobia are showing for those pitching 3oz jigs or artificial eels. Bring a chum bag to get the action started when bottom fishing.

Surf and pier fishermen are celebrating a pompano bonanza. One recent trip saw thirty-six pompano landed, plus ladyfish, catfish, and a few sharks between 6 am and noon, according to Captain Experiences. Sand fleas and live shrimp are go-to baits, but a pink or orange pompano jig bounced along the bottom does real damage during the moving tide.

For hotspots, check out the grass flats around St. Andrew Bay in Panama City Beach and the surf zone off Cape San Blas for pompano. Offshore, target the reefs just past the state water line for the season’s best grouper and snapper action.

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Artificial Lure here with your June 11, 2025, Gulf of Mexico, Florida fishing report!

Sunrise hit the water at 6:31 a.m., and you’ll be fishing daylight until sunset at 8:29 p.m., giving you nearly 14 hours to chase that bite. The tidal swings are pretty average today, with the first high tide rolling in just before 1:20 p.m. and lows around 8:15 a.m. and 9:20 p.m., according to tides4fishing.com. That means the late morning and midday outgoing tide is your prime window—fish will be moving and looking for an easy meal during that tide shift.

Weather is classic early summer—warm, humid, with a light Gulf breeze through the afternoon. Early water conditions are calm, but be ready for some wind chop as things heat up midday. The Gulf’s surface temps are holding steady, keeping most inshore and nearshore species in their comfort zone.

Inshore, the bite’s strong on speckled trout, redfish, and snook. Reports from the Adventure Coast and Florida Insider Fishing Report say the grass flats off Hernando Beach and around the Chassahowitzka are loaded with bait, and that’s pulling in the trout and reds. Anglers using live shrimp under popping corks or casting soft plastic jerkbaits in white and new penny colors are crushing them. Snook are being found along mangrove edges and are hitting live pinfish as well as topwater plugs at first light before boat traffic picks up.

Tarpon are rolling off the beaches from Tampa Bay down to Boca Grande. Early mornings and evenings are the time for silver kings—drift a live threadfin or crab near the passes, or throw large swimbaits if the bait’s getting picked off. Offshore, Florida Sportsman notes that blackfin tuna, kingfish, and even a few wahoo are in play for those running out to deeper water. Troll spoons and deep-diving plugs near structure, or target bottom species like red grouper and snapper using live pinfish or squid.

Florida Pompano have been hot this week, with one angler out of Panama City reporting 36 pompano landed in the surf, along with ladyfish and catfish, using sand fleas and Fishbites early in the morning. That early bite is key—by late morning the sun and traffic slow things down.

Top lures right now: MirrOlure MirrOdines for trout, gold spoons for reds, and Rapala X-Raps for kingfish and tuna. Don’t forget a cast net for live bait—if you see whitebait flickering on the surface, fill the well.

Hot spots to hit today:
- The grass flats around Aripeka for trout and reds
- Boca Grande Pass for tarpon action
- The sandbar edges west of Clearwater for pompano and whiting

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Hey y'all, Artificial Lure here with your Gulf of Mexico fishing report for this beautiful Saturday morning, June 7th, 2025.

Sun's just peeking over the horizon at 6:33 AM and we'll have nearly 13 hours of daylight today with sunset coming around 8:34 PM. Perfect time to be on the water!

Tide-wise, we're looking at moderate activity today with a high tide that hit around 7:20 AM and another coming at 6:04 PM. Low tides are at 1:10 AM and 12:52 PM. Tidal coefficient's sitting at 67 this morning, dropping to 57 by day's end - not the strongest, but plenty of movement to keep the fish active.

Speaking of active fish, the big summer species are showing up in force! Snook, tarpon, and sharks are on the prowl as these warmer temps kick in. Red snapper season is in full swing too, so many captains are heading offshore to get in on that action.

Inshore, the redfish and trout bite has been steady. Pomps and whiting are still hanging around the beaches, and Spanish mackerel are starting their run along the coast. For you surf fishing enthusiasts, look for clean water and concentrations of bait - that's where you'll find the big predators.

Bait selection's pretty clear right now - live mullet, pig fish, mojarra and shrimp are your best bets for the big boys. If you're targeting snook or tarpon, rig up with 3/0 to 6/0 circle hooks on 30-60 pound fluorocarbon leader. For artificial options, MirrOlures and Gulp Baits are producing well in the bays, while Silver Spoons are your go-to for those Spanish mackerel.

Hot spots this weekend? Captain Oz over on Florida's Adventure Coast reports the inshore action is heating up nicely. For my money, I'd check out the waters from Tampa Bay south to Charlotte Harbor, where Captain Geoffrey Page has been putting clients on quality fish. If you're in the Panhandle, the Forgotten Coast beaches are firing off with pompano, and those oyster beds in the bay are holding plenty of reds and trout.

For you shark hunters, keep an eye out for bait schools and frenzied activity - that's your cue to toss out fresh cut bait or even try some topwater lures if they're really going wild.

Remember, it's catch and release for snook and tarpon this time of year, so handle 'em with care and get 'em back in the water quickly.

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Artificial Lure here with your Gulf of Mexico Florida fishing report for June 6, 2025.

The sun cracked the horizon this morning at 6:32 AM and won't dip again until 8:25 PM, giving us nearly 14 hours of daylight to work those lines. Tides are looking moderate today, with the first high tide around 7:20 AM and another coming in at 6:04 PM. Low tides hit at 1:10 AM and again at 12:52 PM, so plan your fishing around those moving waters for best results. The tidal coefficient is hovering in the low 50s—average conditions, but enough to stir things up and keep the fish feeding, especially around the turns.

Weatherwise, it's classic early summer along the Gulf coast: warm, light breezes, and just a hint of humidity. The offshore waters are calm, which has the red snapper bite on fire. According to Captain Experiences, most offshore boats have been limiting out on red snapper on every trip this week—those hefty slabs are coming over the rails left and right out of Cape Coral and Destin. Along with snapper, anglers are also connecting with steady numbers of lane snapper, mangrove snapper, and the occasional grouper.

Inshore, the action is hot for speckled trout, redfish, and flounder, with best results coming around oyster bars, grass flats, and drop-offs. The 2025 Spring Fishing Report from Florida’s Forgotten Coast highlights pompano and whiting coming off the beaches—try FishGum, Sand Flea Fishbites, or fresh shrimp, and cast just past the sandbar breaks. Spanish mackerel have started running, and silver spoons have been the ticket along the surf.

For artificials, MirrOlures and Gulp baits are still the local favorites for trout and reds. Live shrimp or cut bait work when the bite gets finicky, especially near bridge pilings or deeper in the bays. Offshore, big jigs and chunk baits are tempting those red snapper and grouper, particularly around reefs and wrecks.

If you're looking for a couple of hot spots, give Cape San Blas a shot for whiting and pompano in the surf—a great spot right now as reported by Florida’s Forgotten Coast. For offshore success, the reefs off Destin and Panama City are producing big red snapper and the occasional cobia. Inshore, Apalachicola Bay’s oyster bars have been stacked with trout and redfish.

To sum it up: early summer conditions, plenty of light, fish on the feed, and lots of options whether you're casting surf, drifting bays, or dropping down on reefs.

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Artificial Lure here with your June 4, 2025 Gulf of Mexico, Florida fishing report.

We kicked things off this morning under calm Gulf conditions, warm air, and a light southeast breeze—the kind of day that makes you glad you live on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Today’s sunrise was at 6:32 am, with sunset coming up at 8:25 pm, giving us nearly 14 hours to put hooks in the water. We’ve got a moderate tidal cycle—a high at 7:20 am, low at 12:52 pm, and another high rolling in at 6:04 pm. Tidal coefficients are right down the middle, sitting around 52 and tapering to 48 through the day according to Tides4Fishing, so you’ll see steady water movement, just perfect for working the passes and grass flats.

Weather-wise, it’s classic early June with water temps in the upper 70s to low 80s. The warm-up has the bite on fire, especially as the tide rolls in and starts to move bait around. According to Coastal Angler Magazine and local captains, the best fishing is happening right after the incoming—so plan your trips around those time windows and you’ll increase your odds.

Offshore, the big story is red snapper. The season just opened for recreational anglers, and boats out of Destin, Panama City, and Clearwater are putting solid numbers on the dock. Most of the snappers coming in weigh between 8 and 15 pounds. The top-producing bait offshore has been cut pogies and squid, fished on hard bottom in 80 to 160 feet. But don’t overlook heavy bucktail jigs tipped with Fishbites—anglers are hitting their limits fast using these setups, according to the latest Gulf Coast Fishing Forecast.

Closer in, the inshore and surf bite has also heated up. In the bays and along the beaches, pompano, whiting, mangrove snapper, and speckled trout have all been caught in good numbers lately, as reported by Captain Experiences. For pompano and whiting, the hot baits are FishGum, sand flea Fishbites, pink E-Z shrimp, and fresh shrimp. Cast toward the sandbar breaks, 15 to 25 feet out, and you’ll likely find some action. As late spring transitions to summer, silver spoons are also a go-to, especially for Spanish mackerel running close to shore.

On the surf, it’s prime time for snook, tarpon, and even sharks. Big live baits like mullet, pigfish, mojarra, and live shrimp are best for snook and tarpon—fish them free-lined or with a split shot, using circle hooks and a fluorocarbon leader for catch-and-release. For sharks, try fresh cut bait or even topwater lures if you see a frenzy, as noted by Space Coast Surf Fishing Charters.

For hot spots, put these at the top of your list: the passes and reefs just outside Clearwater for snapper, and the grass flats around St. Joseph Bay for trout and redfish. For surf action, the beaches near Port St. Joe and Cape San Blas are producing steady runs of pompano, whiting, and spotted sea trout.

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Artificial Lure here with your Gulf of Mexico, Florida fishing report for Sunday, June 1, 2025.

Out on the water this morning, anglers were greeted by a calm Gulf, with sunrise at 6:32 and sunset set for 8:25 tonight, giving us nearly 14 hours of prime fishing light. Tides are cooperating: the first high tide hit around 7:20 am and another will roll in at 6:04 pm, with low tides at 1:10 am and 12:52 pm. That’s a moderate tidal coefficient today, which means steady, not extreme, current—ideal for working those inshore grass flats and passes.

Weather conditions are classic early June—warm air, light southeast breeze, and water temps now pushing into the upper 70s to low 80s. The bite’s heating up right alongside the weather, especially in the hours following the incoming tide. According to the latest Coastal Angler Magazine and other local captains, the water warming up means the action is just starting to peak.

Let’s talk fish. Offshore, red snapper season has just kicked off for private recreational anglers per the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and the boats running out of Destin, Panama City, and Clearwater are reporting solid red snapper catches in the 8- to 15-pound range. Most successful crews are fishing hard bottom in 80 to 160 feet with cut pogies and squid, but heavy bucktail jigs tipped with fishbites are also scoring limits.

Closer to shore along the Forgotten Coast, pompano and whiting are the main draw for beach anglers, especially around sandbar breaks. Anglers have had success using FishGum, Sand Flea Fishbites, and fresh shrimp. With Spanish mackerel starting to school along the beaches, it’s smart to keep a silver spoon or Got-Cha plug rigged up and ready for action.

Inshore, the grass flats and oyster beds near Apalachicola and St. George Island are producing solid numbers of speckled trout, redfish, and the occasional flounder. Top lures have been MirrOlures and Gulp Swimming Mullet in new penny or chartreuse, with live shrimp under a popping cork proving deadly when the current is moving. For black drum and whiting, try near the old bridge remnants or bird sanctuary.

Hot spots today:
- The passes at Destin and Clearwater for red snapper and king mackerel.
- The sandbar breaks off St. George Island for pompano and whiting.
- Grass flats north of Apalachicola for inshore trout and redfish.

A quick reminder—if you’re heading out for grouper, make sure to check size and bag limits, as seasons can change quickly this time of year.

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Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Saturday, May 31st, 2025 fishing report for Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Today’s getting off to a smooth start with sunrise at 5:49 AM and sunset at 7:47 PM. Tides are pushing in nicely—expect a low around 2:20 AM and a high at 3:43 PM according to Tide-Forecast. A morning run will greet you with bright, mild weather, warming up fast but with a gentle sea breeze keeping things pleasant on the water.

Right now we’re in that late spring-early summer sweet spot, and fish activity is peaking all along the Gulf. This week, schools of pompano and whiting have been thick along the Forgotten Coast beaches, with Spanish mackerel starting to make a showing as water temps climb. Pompano are best found working those sandbar breaks; FishGum, sand flea Fishbites, and fresh peeled shrimp drifted or cast 15-25 feet out have been catching limits, while silver spoons are nabbing those early-running Spanish macks—especially on a moving tide. According to the latest from Florida’s Forgotten Coast Web Team, whiting and pompano are still thick, and bay trout and redfish are holding solid on oyster beds and drop-offs.

For inshore and bay anglers, the trout bite has been steady using MirrOlures, Gulp soft baits, and the classic live shrimp under a popping cork. Redfish are cruising the shoreline grass and oyster points; gold spoons and soft paddle tails like the Gold Digger have been especially hot, particularly when mullet are thick. Salt Strong notes that pairing a soft plastic paddletail up front with a finger mullet under a popping cork on the back rod is a killer combo if you want to double down on your chances. Flounder have surprised more than a few folks on the drift, especially near grass flats and sandy drop-offs.

Offshore, the big news is red snapper season: the FWC opened the private recreational Gulf red snapper season just last week, and catches have been excellent for those running out to structure—think ledges, reefs, and wrecks in 60–120 feet. Most folks are limiting out fast with cut cigar minnows, live pinfish, or squid dropped right onto the bottom. Gray triggerfish are still open for a couple more days, so take advantage of that while you can, as the season for greater amberjack closes after today, according to NOAA’s latest updates.

Hot spots to hit today: St. George Island’s east end for surf action on pompano and mackerel, the grass flats near Carrabelle for trout and reds, and for offshore, the western edges of the Apalachicola artificial reefs are holding a pile of snapper and grouper.

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Gulf waters off Florida are alive and kicking this morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your full narrative fishing report for May 30th, 2025.

We woke to a gentle Gulf breeze, warming air temps in the mid-70s by sunrise at 5:49AM, and low humidity. By mid-day, expect highs near 86°F with mostly sunny skies and a soft east-southeast wind—ideal for those running the surf line or working the bays. Outgoing tide began around 1:29AM, rolling into a solid high at 2:43PM, just in time for the afternoon bite. Sunset’s at 7:47PM, giving you a generous window for second-shift fishing, especially with moonrise at 9:12AM and moonset just before midnight according to Tide-Forecast.com.

Let’s talk recent bites. Offshore, the red grouper action has been electric with the warming water. According to Stella Fishing Co., party boats and charters are reporting limit hauls of red grouper, with anglers also pulling up lane snapper, mangroves, and the occasional big porgy from 65-foot depths and deeper. Along nearshore reefs, the run of Spanish and king mackerel is in full swing—chrome spoons, small jigs, and live pilchards or threadfin are your ticket here, as Pure Florida notes.

Inshore and bay action around the Forgotten Coast has been outstanding for spotted trout and slot redfish. MirrOlures, Gulp shrimp, and live shrimp are producing steady bites, especially over oyster beds and sandy drop-offs. Drop a line with soft plastics around the grass flats during the incoming tide—Salt Strong suggests darker paddle tails like the Gold Digger Paddletail or the 5-inch Gold Digger BOMBER for murky conditions when mullet are thick. For live bait, finger mullet or shrimp under a popping cork are still king.

For surf anglers, pompano and whiting remain the mainstays. Fresh shrimp or synthetic baits like Pink E-Z Shrimp get it done, with the best action coming 15–25 feet past the sandbar breaks according to Florida’s Forgotten Coast fishing report. As late spring sets in, silver spoons are tempting Spanish mackerel running the beaches.

Tarpon season is rolling—Boca Grande Pass and the mouth of Charlotte Harbor are heating up with rolling fish. Crabs, threadfin, or even big swimbaits will get your heart racing. Meanwhile, snook are staging in passes and creek mouths, feeding heavily before spawning. Try topwater plugs at dawn or dusk on the outgoing tide.

Want hot spots? Check out Destin’s East Pass at dawn for kingfish and blackfin tuna on drifting live bait. If you’re further south, fish the grass flats off St. George Island for trout and reds, or head to Boca Grande for a chance at a trophy tarpon.

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Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Gulf of Mexico, Florida fishing report for this beautiful Wednesday morning, May 28, 2025.

The sun rose about an hour ago, giving us perfect visibility on the water today. We're looking at temperatures climbing into the mid-80s with light winds from the southeast at 5-10 knots - ideal conditions for a day on the water!

Let me tell you, fishing has been absolutely on fire this past week! Reports coming in from Destin to Boca Grande are showing some incredible action. The spring to summer transition is in full swing, bringing in a variety of species to target.

Inshore, redfish and trout are biting consistently around oyster beds and drop-offs. Folks using MirrOlures, Gulp Baits, and live shrimp have been filling their coolers. The flats are producing great sight fishing opportunities, particularly for redfish, with many anglers reporting solid catches during morning hours.

Surf fishing has been phenomenal! Pompano are still running strong, though they'll be thinning out soon as we get deeper into summer. Whiting are plentiful, and Spanish mackerel are starting to make a strong showing along the beaches. For pompano, try FishGum or Sand Flea Fishbites. If you're targeting Spanish mackerel, silver spoons are your best bet.

Offshore, it's like a buffet out there! King mackerel are hitting hard on trolled baits. Mahi-mahi are making a strong showing, with some nice bulls in the mix. Bottom fishing is producing vermillion snapper, triggerfish, and some nice grouper. Red snapper season is just around the corner, so many anglers are getting in some catch-and-release practice.

Hot spots this week? I'd recommend trying the area near the bird sanctuary and remnants of the old bridge in Franklin County for black drum and whiting. For inshore action, the waters from Tampa Bay south to Charlotte Harbor have been particularly productive. If you're heading out deeper, the northern Gulf waters off Destin are reporting solid offshore action.

The tide's running about mid-range today with a high around noon and low tide coming in the early evening – perfect timing for an afternoon trip targeting redfish on the incoming tide.

Best baits right now are live shrimp for inshore fishing, fresh cut bait for the piers, and ballyhoo rigs for the offshore crowd. Don't forget about the artificial options – soft plastics in new penny or white have been getting plenty of attention from the fish.

That's all for now, folks! Remember to stay hydrated out there, respect our waters, and tight lines to ya! This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time.

Howdy anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Memorial Day fishing report for the beautiful Gulf waters of Florida!

It's shaping up to be a fantastic day on the water, folks! The big news is that the private recreational Gulf red snapper season opened this past Saturday just in time for Memorial Day weekend and continues through today, so get out there and catch your limit while you can[2].

Let me tell you, the tarpon fishing has really taken off as those migratory schools are moving both north and south along our beaches. If you're looking to hook into one of these silver kings, set up in their travel lane and toss a DOA Baitbuster or a 4" CAL Shad their way. Live crabs and pinfish are working well too[5].

Over in Navarre, the redfish and speckled trout bite has been consistently hot across Santa Rosa Sound. Captain reports from just a few days ago tell us the action was steady, so those patterns should be holding strong today[3].

For our shore fishing enthusiasts, pompano and whiting have been producing great results along the Forgotten Coast beaches. Try using FishGum, Sand Flea Fishbites, or some fresh shrimp cast about 15 to 25 feet toward those sandbar breaks. And don't forget those Silver Spoons if you're targeting Spanish mackerel, which are starting their run along the beaches[4].

Speaking of mackerel, the coastal Gulf is holding Spanish mackerel, tripletail, cobia and false albacore. These fish are loving the warming waters, and they're feeding heavily as baitfish become more plentiful[5].

Hot spots today include the oyster beds and drop-offs in the bays for redfish, trout, and flounder. MirrOlures, Gulp Baits, and live shrimp are your best bets there[4]. For those targeting black drum and whiting, check out the area near the bird sanctuary and the remnants of the old bridge down in Franklin County waters.

Captain Pat Dineen over in Destin and Panama City areas has been having great luck with inshore and nearshore fishing, especially if you're into sight fishing for redfish and tarpon[1]. And if you're down in southwest Florida, Captain Jeff Hagaman knows his way around those waters from Tarpon Springs to Boca Grande[1].

That's all for today, folks! This is Artificial Lure signing off and wishing you tight lines and bent rods on this fine Memorial Day. Remember, the worst day fishing still beats the best day working!