This Week’s Fort Lauderdale Charter Fishing Report (8/14/24) Greetings, anglers! If you’ve been thinking about hitting the water, now is the time. The fishing in Fort Lauderdale over the past couple of weeks has been absolutely on fire. Both reef fishing and offshore adventures have been delivering phenomenal results. As summer winds down and before the kids head back to school, there’s no better opportunity to enjoy a sun-soaked day of fishing.
Offshore Fishing: The hunt for mahi-mahi has been nothing short of excellent. Most boats venturing out are catching a good mix of smaller school-size fish along with a few sizable ones in the mix. We’ve been finding them anywhere from 600 feet of water out to 2000 feet. While there’s not much seaweed to be found, the key has been spotting small birds which often signal the presence of fish below.
Reef Fishing: Reef fishing has also been sensational. We’ve been trolling between 80 feet and 400 feet of water, reeling in tons of bonitas, king mackerel, blackfin tuna, and the occasional wahoo and sailfish. This is an excellent time of year to pull planers along the reef, enhancing your chances of a good catch. The sailfishing has been a tad slower, with only a few being caught around the reef. However, most of these have been nabbed while trolling rather than using live bait.
Bottom Fishing: Bottom fishing has remained pretty consistent, offering a diverse array of catches. We’ve seen smaller amberjacks, vermillion snappers, yelloweye snappers, and even a few small snowy groupers. Additionally, large barracudas and some nice mutton snappers have been making appearances.
Swordfishing: Offshore swordfishing is on the upswing, with daytime drops yielding some larger fish weighing between 150 and 300 pounds. This technique involves using electric reels to fish at depths ranging from 1700 to 2000 feet. With Rigged squid, Bonita, and Mahi belly for Bait.
Looking Ahead: We’re eagerly anticipating September, known for the Mahi Mahi run that often follows the hurricane season. Hurricanes might bring some extra debris into the water, creating perfect conditions for mahi-mahi. It’s an exciting time, and we have plenty of openings to get you out on the water for an unforgettable fishing experience. Call for reservations (954)778-8173 www.all-inclusivesportfishing.com Let’s get out there and reel in some big catches! Tight lines, Marlin My Darlin Sportfishing
