• Islamorada's Winter Fishing Bounty: Mackerel, Snappers, and More in the Keys

  • Jan 2 2025
  • Length: 2 mins
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Islamorada's Winter Fishing Bounty: Mackerel, Snappers, and More in the Keys

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  • Today, January 2, 2025, the fishing scene in Islamorada is looking promising, despite the cooler winter weather. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect:

    ### Tidal and Weather Conditions
    As of today, the tidal conditions are as follows: Low tide is at 7:32 AM with a height of -0.13 ft, high tide at 12:44 PM with a height of 0.39 ft, low tide again at 6:39 PM with a height of 0.12 ft, and high tide at 11:58 PM with a height of 0.72 ft[2].
    The weather is mild, with sunrise at 7:07 AM and sunset at 5:45 PM. The moon is in its waning crescent phase, rising at 9:28 AM and setting at 8:39 PM[2].

    ### Fish Activity
    Given the cooler January weather, tarpon fishing is not at its best, but other species are active. Yesterday, anglers reported catching a good number of king mackerel, yellowtail snappers, and some dolphin. Deep wreck fishing yielded amberjacks, and the reefs were home to nice red groupers and snappers[1].

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For king mackerel and amberjacks, using jigs or spoons can be effective. For snappers and groupers, live or frozen bait like shrimp, pinfish, or squid works well. If you're targeting dolphin, trolling with lures that mimic baitfish can be successful[3].

    ### Hot Spots
    Two of the best spots to fish in Islamorada include the Channel #2 Bridge and the Long Key Bridge. The Channel #2 Bridge is known for its mangrove and yellowtail snappers, gag grouper, barracuda, and snook. It gets busy, so early morning or night fishing is recommended. The Long Key Bridge, while less crowded, offers similar species and is easily accessible by bike or car[3].

    Overall, it's a good day to hit the reefs and deep wrecks for a variety of species. Keep an eye on the weather, and adjust your fishing times according to the tides for the best results.
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