Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Wilmington fishing report for March 26, 2025. Let me tell y'all what's biting and where to wet your lines today.

First off, we've got some decent tides to work with. High tide's coming in at 7:40 AM, hitting 4.48 feet, and we'll see another high at 8:03 PM at 4.35 feet. Low tide's at 1:40 AM and 2:25 PM, so plan your trips accordingly. Sun's up at 7:06 AM and sets at 7:28 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to fish.

Now, let's talk fish. Folks have been hauling in some nice catches lately. The speckled trout bite has been hot, especially in the early mornings. They're hitting MirrOlures and Berkley Gulp shrimp like nobody's business. Redfish schools are still hanging around the oyster rocks and shallow flats - throw a Gulp Dragon tail their way and hold on tight!

For you offshore enthusiasts, the king mackerel are starting to show up. Trolling with live bait or spoons near the nearshore reefs has been producing some solid strikes. Don't forget about the cobia - they're making their spring run, and anglers are having luck with bucktails and live eels.

Inshore, the flounder are waking up from their winter slumber. Soft plastics on a jighead or live mud minnows are your best bet. And if you're looking for some pull, the stripers in the Cape Fear River are still going strong. Remember, it's catch and release only for them stripers!

As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying around Masonboro Inlet for some mixed bag action. The jetties have been holding sheepshead and black drum. Another good bet is the ICW around Wrightsville Beach - lots of redfish and trout hanging out there.

Weather-wise, we're looking at a partly cloudy day with temps in the mid-60s. Wind's gonna be light out of the southeast, so it should be a nice day on the water.

Remember to grab your license and check the regs before heading out. Tight lines, y'all, and may your coolers be full and your stories be long!