Stuart Fishing

Stuart, Florida is known as the Sailfish Capital of the World. Located on the famous Treasure Coast, Stuart offers not only the chance to find spanish galleon treasure, but some of the best fishing in the world.

Offshore fishing Stuart is productive for catching Sailfish and other billfish much of the year, but also has Wahoo, Mahi-mahi (Dolphinfish), and Blackfin Tuna. The winter Sailfish bite is the highlight, but with short runs the Gulf Stream and excellent structure, there are lots of possibilities.

Stuart has lots of naturual and artificial reefs right off the beach that provide excellent bottom fishing for Snapper and Grouper. trolling for King Mackerel around the reefs is rewarding and lots of Jacks to tug on when other fish are not hungry.

Inshore and on the beaches around Stuart are lots of Cobia and Tarpon much of the year. Snook, Red Drum, and Spanish Mackerel are also favorite species to target.

Stuart Fishing Forecast

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Latest Stuart Fishing Reports

• Weekend Fishing outlook 4/4-4/6/25
  Hello! Todd is fishing up north in a Redfish Tournament so we have taken over this week's fishing report. So let's get started!OFFSHORE- Fishing has been pretty decent offshor

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• April 2025 Fishing Report – Stuart FL
  Inshore Fishing Report  April is a prime time for inshore fishing in Stuart Florida! As we get greeted with warmer water temperatures we begin to see an abundance of baitfish

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• Weekend Fishing Outlook (3/28-3/30/25)
  OFFSHORE- Fishing has been good offshore this week with good springtime variety around. Dolphin fishing has been strong with catches coming primarily in 350-550' of water. Str

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• Weekend Fishing Outlook (3/21-3/23/25)
  OFFSHORE- Reports have been relatively slow offshore this week (largely all weather related). Before the weather turned last weekend the dolphin fishing was good with lots of

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• Weekend Fishing Outlook (Kind-OF) 3/14-3/16/25)
  So...I hate to just make things up for the fishing report and I don't plan to start this week. Had one heck of a whirlwind week and a couple super cool opportunities. I fished

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• Weekend FIshing Outlook (3/7-3/9/25)
  OFFSHORE- Sailfish action picked back up this week. Teams fishing the Jimmy Johnson "Quest For The Ring" have released well over a hundred sailfish midway through the first da

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• Weekend Fishing Outlook (2/28-3/2/25)
  OFFSHORE- Sailfish action absolutely went off last weekend with some of the best numbers of the season coming on Friday and Saturday. The sailfish numbers fell off a bit Sunda

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• March 2025 Fishing Report – Stuart FL
  Inshore Fishing Report  Snook Sheepshead/Black Drum Pompano Misc.  Offshore Fishing Report  Surface Bite    Bottom Fishing Cobia/Permit Surf Fishing Report Pompano  Misc. 5th

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• Weekend Fishing Outlook (2/21-2/23/25)
  OFFSHORE- Sailfish action should pick up headed into the weekend. A cold front and wind change should get the sails snapping. Bluewater Movement's three inlet "Sailfish Challe

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• Weekend Fishing Outlook (2/14-2/16/25)
  OFFSHORE- Sailfish action seemed to slow way down this week. Those really putting in the time have been seeing a few fish but no big numbers to speak of. Looks like we get a c

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Top Stuart Bait & Tackle Stores

1. Snook Nook Discount Bait & Tackle
   Everything you need for a day on the water and then some, all wrapped up in an old school saltwater tackle shop. Well versed staff on everything from bluewater fishing to hunting trout and snook in the river. Live shrimp/pinfish delivered on a daily
   

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2. Stuart Angler Bait and Tackle
   Stuart Angler provides fishermen with a local bait and tackle shop located one mile from the boat ramps of Sandsprit Park. We carry all the best inshore & offshore tackle along with live and frozen bait. For fly fishing, we carry a large assortme
   

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3. Billy Bones Bait & Tackle
   We are all fisherman here at Billy Bones Bait n tackle . Captain Bruce Hrobak is the owner .We have a huge Supply of Rods n Reels in Stock .Lots of Lures,Tackle n Sunglasses,Live Baits too..
   

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4. Offshore Tackle Repair
   Buy sell and trade used and new tackle. Expert rod and reel repair services. Custom Rod building. Line spooling and rigging.
   

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5. Pirates Cove Resort & Marina
   As a sport fishing paradise, Stuart has earned a reputation as the “Sailfish Capital of the World”. Pirate’s Cove Resort’s marina is the perfect match for those seeking a sport fishing or boating adventure in South Florida.
   

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6. Blackfin Rods LLC
   Blackfin Rods was started in 1997 and it has been producing the highest quality, hand-crafted, American made fishing rods ever since. This is a process that only a handful of rod manufacturing companies can testify to practicing and we are proud to
   

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7. D.O.A. Fishing Lures
   D.O.A fishing lures are by far the most realistic soft-plastic bait that crosses over from Saltwater to Freshwater. Developed by hard-core fishermen, they offer you an unfair advantage. All of our baits are impregnated with freeze dried farm raised
   

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8. Tackle Crafters
   
   

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Top Stuart Fishing Charters & Guides

1. Chaos Inshore Fishing Charters
   Do you want action packed inshore fishing adventure? Come fish with Captain Jonathan Earhart of Chaos Inshore Fishing Charters for a catch of a LIFETIME!!! Located in Stuart, Jensen Beach, and the Beautiful Florida Keys! Call now (772) 341 2274.
   

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2. Captain Charlie's Fish Tales Charters
   Light tackle inshore fishing charters out of Fort Pierce, Florida for redfish, snook and trout. Fishing along the mangroves and islands of the Indian River.
   

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3. Reel Busy Charters
   When considering a Florida Charter fishin destination you gotta consider Stuart Florida, Sailfish Capital of the World ! Located in the heart of the Treasure Coast between the Palm Beaches and Ft. Pierce, Stuart is South Florida's best kept secre
   

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4. Wet-n-Wild Sportfishing
   Wet-n-Wild offers full day Gulfstream trips, full day, 3/4 day, 1/2 day Inshore trips, Shark fishing and sightseeing trips to some of the most productive fishing waters in the world. We provide all tackle, bait, and ice as well as plenty of fun. Capt
   

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5. Little Adam Fishing Charters
   For Offshore Fishing Beyond Your Wildest Dreams on Florida's Treasure Coast
   

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6. DayMaker Fishing Charters
   DayMaker Fishing Charters provides inshore fishing charters out of St. Lucie Inlet in Stuart, Florida and offshore across the Gulfstream and in the Bahamas.
   

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7. My Other Honey Sport Fishing
   
   

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8. Port St Lucie Fishing Charters
   With a 20 foot flats boat and a 24 center console we fish ether the river or offshore
   

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9. Lady Stuart Deep Sea Fishing
   Our experienced & award-winning crew on the Lady Stuart I Deep Sea Fishing Party Boat will take you offshore to their favorite spots off the St. Lucie Inlet in Martin County, where you are bound to make some great catches. Plus, you'll get the MO
   

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10. Flatlined Charters
    Flatlined Charters offering 1/2, 3/4, and full day inshore and offshore charters.
    

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Top Stuart Marinas

1. River Park Marina
   Amenities include: Birding, boat ramp, canoe access, fishing, hiking trail, picnic tables, playground, restroom, grill, pavilion, and fishing docks.
   

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2. Pirates Cove Resort & Marina
   As a sport fishing paradise, Stuart has earned a reputation as the “Sailfish Capital of the World”. Pirate’s Cove Resort’s marina is the perfect match for those seeking a sport fishing or boating adventure in South Florida.
   

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3. Sunset Bay Marina & Anchorage
   Nestled on the sparkling deep waters of the St. Lucie River in Stuart, the new 198 slip marina with fuel dock and two pump-outs offers 69 moorings .
   

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Bouy Conditions

Station 41114 - Fort Pierce, FL (134)
April 14, 2025 11:26 pm EDT
Location: 27.552N 80.216W
Significant Wave Height: 2.6 ft
Dominant Wave Period: 7 sec
Average Period: 4.2 sec
Mean Wave Direction: ENE (65°)
Water Temperature: 71.2°F (21.8°C)

Current Moon Phase

Waning Gibbous Moon