Inshore Fishing Report for Anna Maria Island: September 10, 2024

Good evening, inshore anglers! Here’s your detailed guide for tomorrow’s inshore fishing:

Weather and Conditions

• Temperature: 87°F with partly cloudy skies.
• Wind: Light winds at 5 mph, making for calm inshore waters.
• Water Temperature: 84°F, keeping inshore species active, especially during the morning high tide.

Tides and Fishing Times

• High Tide: 8:49 AM at 2.4 feet
• Low Tide: 3:49 PM at 0.3 feet

The morning high tide is ideal for targeting snook, redfish, and sea trout around structure and mangroves.

Best Inshore Fishing Spots

• Longboat Pass: Great for snook and redfish near bridge pilings and mangrove roots.
• Perico Bayou: Focus on snook and redfish near mangroves as the tide rises.
• Bimini Bay: Calm waters make it perfect for sight fishing in the morning.

Bait and Tackle

• Live Shrimp: Perfect for redfish and snook.
• Soft Plastics (Shrimp Imitations, Paddle Tails): Great for covering ground near baitfish schools.

Safety Tip: Thunderstorms are expected between 3-4 PM, so plan to finish fishing early.