Anglers at Sebastian Inlet are catching Snook, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Pompano, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, and Whiting. This fishing report details the best spots to catch them and the recommended baits.
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To complete this Sebastian Inlet Fishing Report, I spoke to several anglers who said nothing was biting. It was low tide following the outgoing tide. However, timing is key, and I’ll share the best times to fish. The water was clean, which should lead to favorable fishing conditions this week, as long as no storms hit.”
On The North Side
I spoke with Wayne Landry, the Snookman, and he said the incoming tide on the north side has been getting bites. Anglers are catching sheepshead using cut shrimp and sand fleas. Along the rocks near the tide pool, a few nice snook are hitting live mojarra on the incoming and early outgoing tides. However, mojarra have been tough to come by lately.
Access to the North Jetty remains limited due to ongoing construction, but it is expected to reopen in July 2025.
On The South Side
This is where most of the action is, especially on the outgoing tide at the tip of the South Jetty. The Snookman said blue runners, black margates, sand perch, and sheepshead are biting on cut shrimp. Small goofy jigs are catching bluefish, Spanish mackerel, and even some solid pompano.
The water has warmed to 78 degrees Fahrenheit and cleared up noticeably, with less seaweed than in recent weeks. On the incoming tide, snook are hitting live mojarra (if you can find them). Sheepshead are biting cut shrimp and live sand fleas along the rocks on both sides of the inlet bridge.
T-Dock Area
The T-Dock is still closed, but the dredging has stopped, and the removal of equipment has opened up space for casting nets and fishing. It’s been a bit slow here, but live majorra and threadfins are tempting some nice snook.
Sheepshead and whiting are also biting cut shrimp, especially on the incoming tide. Not much else to report here until the dock reopens.
Surf Area
The surf on both sides of the inlet has cleaned up, especially on the north side where deeper water helps. About 200 yards north of the jetty, anglers are catching black drum, sheepshead, pompano, and whiting with live sand fleas and cut shrimp.
Mullet schools are moving along the beaches, so keep an eye out for snook or tarpon trailing them. On the south side, 200+ yards from the south jetty, pompano and black drum are hitting live sand fleas and cut shrimp, especially during early morning high tides.
Fishing Forecast
The Sebastian Inlet fishing scene is finally picking up, but remember it’s all about the timing and weather. It should be a great week to hit the inlet and beaches. Use sunscreen and try to wear a sun-protective hat and clothing to protect against UV rays.
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