What fish are biting on Sanibel Island?

Redfish, and Snook, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper and some Pompano along Black Drum in the pass. Mostly, reports are that the bite is on! Cut frozen Threadfins and Ladyfish are super effective right now along with live Pinfish and Shrimp. A few Tarpon hitting whole and cut Ladyfish and Mullet!

What fish are in season in Sanibel Florida?

From spring until summer, there is plenty of black drum, blue crab, cobia, pompano, tarpon, and permit. Stretching from summer to fall is flounder season, and during spring and fall seasons, changing weather brings King Mackerel and tripletail.

Is Sanibel Island good for fishing?

The pristine waters surrounding Sanibel Island and Captiva Island provide excellent opportunities for fishermen of all skill levels…from the novice to the World Record seeker. Fish can be found here year ’round: Offshore. Inshore.

Can you fish anywhere on Sanibel Island?

Salt water fishing is popular along Wildlife Drive, in Tarpon Bay, and in the backwaters of the Refuge. Saltwater fishing from shore is allowed on both sides of Wildlife Drive. Sport cast netting is also permitted (only personal use of bait fish and 50 mullet per person, per day).

What is biting in Sanibel Island?

Speckled Trout, Pompanpo, Mangrove Snapper, Jacks, Ladyfish, and Mackerel are also biting live shrimp, small jigs, and gold spoons. Snook and Redfish have been plentiful around the mangroves and culverts of Ding. Best baits include live shrimp, pinfish, and finger mullet.

Are snook good eating?

Snook (Family Centropomidae) Snook are a highly prized game fish due to it’s aggressive fighting ability and delicious white flesh. Snook are excellent eating and fun to catch but do have strict catch limits and closures. Snook can grow as large as 44 pounds and feed on small fish, shrimp and an occasional crab.

Can I keep a snook in Sanibel?

A snook permit, as well as a recreational saltwater license, is required unless the angler is exempt from the recreational license requirements. Snook may be targeted or harvested with hook-and-line gear only. Snagging is prohibited.

Can you surf fish on Sanibel?

Like with so many barrier islands in Florida, you can expect some great opportunities for surf fishing in Sanibel. From Ladyfish and Spanish Mackerel to Redfish and Snook, we’re sure you’ll find some good targets at these beaches.

Is Sanibel fishing pier open?

Sanibel Fishing Pier The parking lot is accessible from Dunlop Road and is open from 8 a.m. to sunset daily; 24-hour charges apply. The wooden boardwalk and T-dock at the end of the pier are always busy with anglers and fishing enthusiasts.

What is the best bait for snook?

The best baits for snook fishing are shrimp, finger mullet and pin fish for any water depths. The best lures for snook are 3 inch and 5 inch white paddle tails with an 1/8 ounce jig head in shallow water and a 1 1/2 ounce flair hawk jig for deeper water fishing scenarios.

Is snook good eating?

Snook are a highly prized game fish due to it’s aggressive fighting ability and delicious white flesh. Snook are excellent eating and fun to catch but do have strict catch limits and closures. Snook can grow as large as 44 pounds and feed on small fish, shrimp and an occasional crab.