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  • St. Augustine Fishing Report: Redfish, Trout, and Offshore Action Heating Up

    St. Augustine Fishing Report: Redfish, Trout, and Offshore Action Heating Up
    May 21 2025
    Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your St. Augustine fishing update for this beautiful Wednesday morning, May 21, 2025.

    The fishing scene around St. Augustine has been red hot lately! Inshore waters are producing steady action, with redfish, speckled trout, and black drum giving folks plenty to smile about. The backwater bite has been particularly strong these past couple weeks, with many locals reporting excellent catches.

    Water temps are sitting around 77 degrees, which has those fish moving and feeding actively. Early morning high tides have been producing some spectacular topwater action - if you haven't tried throwing a 3 1/8 inch Skitterwalk plug yet, you're missing out on some heart-stopping strikes!

    For those targeting redfish, they've been holding in the slot size range, especially along oyster edges and grassy flats during early morning high tides. Soft plastics and live shrimp under popping corks have been the ticket. The creeks have been particularly productive.

    Flounder are showing up nicely around sandy points and dock pilings. Try mud minnows or a jig-and-minnow combo if you're looking to put some flatties in the cooler.

    Black drum continue to hang around bridges and deeper structure. Fresh crab and shrimp have been producing consistent bites. Don't forget about the sheepshead around dock pilings and jetties - fiddler crabs are your best bet for these bait-stealers.

    For those heading offshore, reports show activity in the 80-120 foot range with ballyhoos and sardines working well as bait.

    Hot spots to check out: Vilano Point has been firing lately with plenty of action on the flats and around pilings. The jetties have been hit or miss, but worth a try. The Intracoastal Waterway and its many creeks are also solid bets right now.

    Best time to fish has been early morning or late afternoon, as the bite tends to slow during mid-day. With water clarity improving as winds settle down, sight casting is becoming a viable option during lower tides.

    Whether you're fishing solo or jumping on a charter, now's a great time to be wetting a line in our local waters. Just remember to bring plenty of sun protection and hydration - it's heating up out there!

    Tight lines, friends! This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time. See y'all on the water!
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  • St. Augustine Fishing Report: Redfish, Sheepshead, and Offshore Action Heating Up

    St. Augustine Fishing Report: Redfish, Sheepshead, and Offshore Action Heating Up
    May 19 2025
    Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your St. Augustine fishing report for this beautiful Monday morning, May 19, 2025.

    Weather's looking fine today with sunny skies and temperatures heading into the low 80s. We've got light westerly winds around 10 knots, making for some calm waters, especially in the morning hours. Perfect conditions to get out on the water!

    The inshore fishing around St. Augustine has been firing up nicely this past week. The redfish bite has been steady, particularly during the morning high tides. You'll find those slot-sized reds hanging around the grass flats and creek mouths. Some bull reds are making surprise appearances too - always a bonus when you hook into one of those bruisers[1][4].

    Sheepshead have finally started showing up in good numbers, mostly in the river systems. The jetties have been hit or miss for them, so plan accordingly[1]. Black drum are also making a decent showing, particularly around structure and pilings[4].

    Trout fishing has picked up, with some good speckled trout catches reported on live shrimp. If you're heading offshore, the reports have been solid with sailfish, barracuda, various snappers, trigger fish, amberjack, and cobia all in the mix. Water temps are hovering around 70-77 degrees in the 80-120 foot depth range[3].

    For bait, live shrimp under popping corks has been the ticket for inshore species, especially along oyster edges and drop-offs. Soft plastics are working well for redfish. If you're heading offshore, ballyhoo and sardines have been producing nicely[3][4].

    Hot spots this week: Vilano Point has been productive for inshore action with redfish, flounder, and black drum all being caught regularly[4]. The Intracoastal Waterway creeks and backcountry estuaries are also holding plenty of fish - Captain Tommy Derringer knows those waters like the back of his hand and has been putting clients on fish consistently[2]. The St. Johns River is another good bet, especially for those sheepshead that have been showing up.

    If you're looking to book a charter, there are plenty of great options in town. Just make sure you're going with someone who knows these waters - the local guides have been consistently getting their clients on fish despite the season being a bit behind schedule[1].

    That's all for now, anglers! Get out there and wet a line - the fish are biting! This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time. Tight lines, y'all!
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  • St. Augustine Fishing Report: Redfish, Trout, and Offshore Action Heating Up [140 characters]

    St. Augustine Fishing Report: Redfish, Trout, and Offshore Action Heating Up [140 characters]
    May 18 2025
    Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your St. Augustine fishing report for Sunday, May 18th, 2025.

    We're looking at another gorgeous day on the water with temperatures around 82 degrees. It's perfect fishing weather, y'all! The bite has been great lately, so now's the time to get out there.

    The redfish action has been hot, with several bull reds being caught as a bonus while targeting other species. Captain Mike recently put folks on some beautiful redfish, along with a nice trout bite. Speaking of trout, there have been some good speckled trout catches using live shrimp as bait.

    Sheepshead have finally started showing up, mostly in the river areas. The jetties are currently hit or miss for them, so plan accordingly. If you're heading offshore, mixed species have been biting well, with several successful trips reported just yesterday and throughout this past week.

    For bait, live shrimp is working great for the trout. If you're targeting those reds in the shallows, try gold spoons or soft plastics on a jighead. For the sheepshead, fiddler crabs or clams will do the trick.

    Some hot spots to check out: The Intracoastal Waterway and its many creeks and flats have been productive, especially for shallow water fishing. Captain Tommy Derringer, a local guide, has been having success in these areas. Also worth trying are the Nassau inlet, Mayport, and of course, St. Augustine inlet - all prime spots right now.

    For those looking to venture offshore, several charters have reported successful trips this week. Teresa B. mentioned having a great offshore trip just three days ago, so the bite is definitely on out there.

    The backcountry estuaries around Palm Coast and Flagler Beach areas are also worth exploring if you're up for a bit of a drive.

    Tide-wise, we're on a moderate cycle today, so plan your trips around the moving water periods for best results.

    Remember folks, with the weather warming up, the early bird gets the worm - or in our case, the fish! Try to get out there early or later in the evening for the best action.

    That's it for today's report. This is Artificial Lure signing off. Tight lines, y'all, and I'll see you on the water!
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  • Redfish, Flounder, and Sheepshead Biting in St. Augustine - 2025 Fishing Report

    Redfish, Flounder, and Sheepshead Biting in St. Augustine - 2025 Fishing Report
    May 17 2025
    Good morning, anglers! This is Artificial Lure with your St. Augustine fishing report for Saturday, May 17th, 2025.

    We're looking at another beautiful day here in Northeast Florida with temperatures hovering around 82 degrees. Winds are light from the southwest at 5-10 knots, making for smooth conditions on both the inshore waters and offshore. Water temperature is sitting at a comfortable 71 degrees - perfect for active feeding. Sunrise was at 6:28 this morning, and we'll have sunlight until about 8:13 tonight, giving you plenty of daylight to land that trophy catch.

    Today's tides are showing a mid-morning high around 9:30, with the outgoing starting shortly after, so plan accordingly. That falling tide should trigger some excellent feeding opportunities, especially around the creek mouths and oyster bars.

    The fishing action has been red hot this past week! Redfish have been absolutely crushing it on the flats and around dock pilings during high tide. Most catches are coming in at slot size, with a few bull reds mixed in. The creeks and grass flats are holding good numbers, particularly during early morning high tides.

    Flounder are making a strong showing near sandy points and dock structures. If you're targeting flatties, mud minnows or a jig-and-minnow combo has been the ticket. Black drum are still hanging around bridges and deeper structure, readily taking fresh crab or shrimp offerings.

    Sheepshead have finally started showing up in decent numbers, primarily in the river, while the jetties remain hit or miss. Fiddler crabs are your best bet for these finicky biters. Speckled trout action has been solid on live shrimp.

    For bait selection, live shrimp under a popping cork is producing consistently across species. If you're an artificial fan, soft plastics in natural colors, especially paddle tails, are taking their fair share of fish too.

    Hot spots this weekend include Vilano Point for redfish and flounder, the ICW creeks south of the 206 bridge for mixed bag action, and the river around the Shands Bridge for sheepshead. The jetties at the inlet are worth a shot too, especially as that tide starts falling.

    Water clarity has improved as winds have settled, making sight casting a real possibility during lower tides. Remember the bite typically slows mid-day, so early morning or late afternoon trips will yield the best results.

    Don't forget your sunscreen, plenty of water, and a camera – there's enough action to make this a May day to remember here in St. Augustine! This is Artificial Lure, tight lines until next time!
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  • St. Augustine Fishing Report: Sheepshead, Trout, and Redfish Bite Strong

    St. Augustine Fishing Report: Sheepshead, Trout, and Redfish Bite Strong
    May 16 2025
    THE ST. AUGUSTINE FISHING REPORT
    May 16, 2025
    By Artificial Lure

    Good morning, anglers! It's a beautiful Friday here in St. Augustine, and the fish are waiting for you to come say hello.

    The sheepshead have finally started showing up, mostly in the river, while the jetties remain hit or miss[1]. If you're heading out today, you'll want to get on the water early - we're seeing some nice speckled trout catches on live shrimp, and there's always the chance of hooking into one of those bonus bull reds that have been surprising folks lately[1].

    Today's looking pretty decent for fishing the inshore waters. The Nassau inlet, Mayport and our own St. Augustine inlet are all prime spots worth checking out[3]. The moderate to strong offshore conditions predicted for this weekend might make the inshore fishing a better bet for most folks[3].

    Around the state, the snook, trout and redfish bite has been off the charts, and tarpon are showing up in full force after their winter break[4]. Baitfish have been plentiful and relatively easy to find, which is always a good sign[4].

    Several local guides have been reporting solid catches. Captain Frank's clients have been landing speckled trout despite some challenging tide and weather conditions[1]. And Captain Tommy Derringer, who knows these waters better than most, has been putting folks on fish in the Intracoastal Waterway and its many creeks, flats, and backcountry estuaries[2].

    For today's fishing, I'd recommend hitting the water with live shrimp, which has been producing nicely for trout. If you're after those sheepshead, fiddler crabs and oysters are your best bet. Artificial lovers like myself might want to try some DOA shrimp or Gulp! jerkbaits in the creeks during the falling tide.

    Hot spots today include the flats near the Matanzas Inlet during the morning flood tide, and the deeper holes in the Tolomato River as the tide drops. The docks around the St. Augustine Marina have been holding some nice fish too.

    For the panfish enthusiasts, our summer pattern is starting to establish itself. Bluegill and crappie are becoming more active with the warming waters. Early morning or evening fishing with small jigs, worms, or crickets near structure like docks or weed beds should produce steady action[5].

    Remember, the early bird gets the worm - and the fish - so get out there and wet a line! This is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and bent rods to ya, and I'll catch you next time!
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  • "Sizzling Inshore Action: Redfish, Trout, and Sheepshead Bite in St. Augustine"

    "Sizzling Inshore Action: Redfish, Trout, and Sheepshead Bite in St. Augustine"
    May 14 2025
    Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your St. Augustine fishing report for Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

    Let’s kick things off with today’s tidal and weather outlook. We’re looking at strong tidal movement which is always a recipe for active fish. The sunrise was right around 6:30 AM and sunset will be near 8:10 PM, giving us a nice long day on the water. The weather is just about perfect, with light winds and mild May temps keeping conditions comfortable all day.

    The fish activity today is rated as very high, so you can expect fish feeding aggressively, especially around the morning and evening tide swings. Inshore, the sheepshead have finally started showing up in the river, especially around pilings and rock structure. The jetties have been hit or miss for sheepshead, but some solid speckled trout are being caught on live shrimp. There’s been a bonus run of bull redfish, with a few big ones landed around the flats and jetties. Folks fishing with Captain Frank and other local guides have been reporting steady catches of speckled trout, sheepshead, and the occasional flounder, even when the tide isn’t perfect[1][3].

    Offshore, it’s a mixed bag this time of year. There’s been a handful of reports of good action on white trout, some pompano, and Spanish mackerel, especially for those heading out to deeper water or working the surf[5]. The inshore game is strong right now, and you can’t go wrong targeting reds, trout, and flounder for consistent bends in the rod[3][4].

    As for lures and bait, live shrimp continues to be the go-to for trout and sheepshead, especially around docks, bridges, and grass lines. Soft plastics on a jig head—like paddle tails or shrimp imitations—are working well for trout and slot reds. For the big bull reds, try cut mullet or live finger mullet around the jetties and deeper drop-offs. Sheepshead are loving fiddler crabs and small live shrimp fished tight to structure.

    Hotspots today include the Vilano Beach jetties and the City Dock area for a good mixed bag of fish. The Matanzas Inlet is holding some strong numbers of reds and a few flounder as well. If you want to stay inshore, hit the creeks and grass flats around State Road 312 and the Tolomato River for your best shot at trout and reds.

    Overall, it’s a great day to be on the water with active tides and hungry fish. Tight lines and see you out there!
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  • "Redfish, Flounder, and Sheepshead Galore: Your St. Augustine Fishing Report for May 12, 2025"

    "Redfish, Flounder, and Sheepshead Galore: Your St. Augustine Fishing Report for May 12, 2025"
    May 12 2025
    Howdy, folks! This is Artificial Lure, your local fishing and angling expert here in beautiful St. Augustine, and I’m stoked to bring you a boots-on-the-ground fishing report for today, May 12, 2025.

    The morning started off just right—sunrise was around 6:30 AM, and we’re looking at a lovely sunset just before 8:15 PM, giving us plenty of time on the water. The weather has been real agreeable lately—slight breezes, a few clouds, with temps hovering in the mid-to-high 70s. Winds have finally settled down, so the water clarity is looking sharp, and that means you can sight fish at low tide if you’re slow and sneaky.

    Now, let’s talk tides. The tide tables are favoring us this week with solid high tides in the early morning. That’s prime time for the redfish that have been schooling up in the flats and creeks. Speaking of action, this past week has been lights out for inshore species. Anglers have been pulling in plenty of slot-sized redfish, flounder, black drum, and sheepshead—especially around Vilano Point and in the creeks and flats near the St. Johns River. Sheepshead are finally showing up in the river, and the jetties are a hit or miss, but when they’re on, it’s a party.

    Recent catches have been steady—redfish in the 10- to 45-pound range up to 61 inches (yeah, some real beasts out there), flounder hanging near sandy points and dock pilings, black drum on bridges and deep structure, and sheepshead hugging the pilings and jetties. Speckled trout are also in the mix, especially if you’re tossing live shrimp. And just last week, there were some bonus bull reds mixed in, so keep your eyes peeled for those bruisers.

    For bait, you’ve got options. Live shrimp under popping corks—especially along oyster edges and drop-offs—have been dynamite for reds and trout. Mud minnows and jig-and-minnow combos are working for flounder near sandy points and docks. For sheepshead, fiddler crabs are your secret weapon—they just can’t resist ‘em. Black drum? Fresh crab and shrimp have been producing solid bites.

    When it comes to lures, soft plastics are your best friend on the flats and in the creeks. Try paddle tails or jerkbaits in natural colors for redfish and trout. For flounder, a fluke-style bait paired with a jig head is hard to beat. And if you want action, work your lures slow near structure and let the fish tell you what they want.

    Hot spots right now? Don’t sleep on Vilano Point—the flats and creeks there are stacked with reds and flounder. The dock pilings and jetties are also holding fish, especially for sheepshead and drum. And if you’re after trout, hit the grass flats and drop-offs in the river with live shrimp.

    The bite is best early in the morning and late in the afternoon when the tide is moving. Midday, things slow down, so take a break, grab some lunch, and come back strong for the evening bite.

    So grab your rod, your favorite lures, plenty of live bait, and get out there. It’s a great time to fish St. Augustine—tight lines, y’all!
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  • Fishing Report: Sunny May Sunday in Northeast Florida

    Fishing Report: Sunny May Sunday in Northeast Florida
    May 11 2025
    Good morning from St. Augustine, this is Artificial Lure with your Sunday fishing report for May 11, 2025.

    We’re waking up to another classic Northeast Florida May morning—plenty of sun, calm conditions, and a gentle westerly breeze making it mighty fine on the water. Sunrise came right around 6:32 AM with sunset expected at 8:08 PM. Tides are in our favor for most of the day: the outgoing tide mid-morning should have inshore species fired up around the creek mouths and along the edges of the Intracoastal.

    Let’s talk about the bite. In the river, sheepshead are finally showing up in better numbers—target them around the bridge pilings and deeper docks with fiddler crabs or sand fleas for best results. The jetties have been hit and miss for sheepshead but offer up a solid shot at bull reds, especially if you drift with live blue crab or cut mullet. Speckled trout are biting well on live shrimp beneath popping corks, especially early and late in the day[1][2].

    If you’re after flounder, reports from last week were positive nearshore, though recent storms have made things a little unpredictable. Folks still picking up keepers are doing it with finger mullet on Carolina rigs, primarily at the mouths of smaller creeks and around sandy drop-offs[4].

    Offshore, it’s heating up. Kingfish are making their way closer to shore as summer rolls in, and they’re hitting fast-moving lures, spoons, and slow-trolled live bait along the reefs. Wrecks and ledges are holding snapper and the occasional grouper—try squid or cigar minnows for the best shot at a mixed bag[5].

    For lures, soft plastics in natural colors have been working for reds and trout, especially worked slow on the flats as the day warms up. Topwaters like Super Spooks or Skitter Walks are great first thing in the morning or around dusk. Don’t shy away from live bait—shrimp and finger mullet will get more bites than anything else right now.

    Hot spots to try today: The Vilano Bridge pilings are steady for sheepshead and the odd drum. Anastasia State Park’s beach access points offer a chance at pompano and whiting early. And for some rod-bending action, hit the Matanzas Inlet or the old Salt Run for trout and reds.

    All in all, it’s shaping up to be a banner May Sunday out here. Whether you’re drifting the flats or running deep for pelagics, now’s the time to wet a line in St. Augustine. Tight lines, y’all[1][2][5]!
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