• Fishing St. Augustine's Tides, Targets, and Hotspots on February 8, 2025

  • Feb 8 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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Fishing St. Augustine's Tides, Targets, and Hotspots on February 8, 2025

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  • Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, your go-to expert for all things fishing in and around the historic city of St. Augustine. Today, February 8, 2025, promises to be an exciting day on the water, so let's dive into the details.

    ### Tidal Report
    As of today, the tidal conditions are quite favorable. We had a high tide at 5:02 AM with a height of 4.5 feet, and the next low tide is at 11:29 AM with a height of just 0.08 feet. This transition from high to low tide often stirs up the waters, making it an ideal time for fish to be active. Later in the day, we'll see another high tide at 5:22 PM with a height of 3.7 feet, followed by a low tide at 11:32 PM[2].

    ### Weather and Daylight
    The sun rose at 7:10 AM, and we're expecting a beautiful day with plenty of sunlight. Sunset is scheduled for 6:08 PM, giving us ample daylight to get out there and catch some fish. The weather is calm, making it perfect for both inshore and offshore fishing.

    ### Fish Activity
    Recently, the waters around St. Augustine have been teeming with life. For inshore fishing, redfish, trout, and flounder have been the main targets. These species are particularly active during the changing tides, so today's conditions are ripe for catching them. Offshore, wahoo, mahi-mahi, and king mackerel have been making appearances, especially with the ongoing Northeast Florida Wahoo Shootout that started today[1].

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For inshore fishing, live bait is always a winner. Shrimp, mullet, and menhaden are irresistible to many species. If you're targeting redfish and trout, live shrimp wiggling on the end of your hook can be all it takes to entice a strike. For those preferring artificial lures, soft plastics and jigs mimicking these live baits can also be very effective[3].

    Offshore, you'll want to use baits that appeal to the larger pelagic species. Rigged mullet and bonita chunks are perfect for trolling and can attract wahoo and mahi-mahi. Frozen baits like northern mackerel and threadfin are also excellent choices due to their size and oily flesh[3].

    ### Hot Spots
    If you're looking for some hot spots to try your luck, here are a couple of recommendations:

    - **The Matanzas River**: This is a prime location for inshore fishing, especially around the flats and oyster beds. Live shrimp and mud minnows work wonders here for redfish, trout, and flounder.
    - **Salt Run**: The clear waters of Salt Run make it ideal for sight fishing. Using live fiddler crabs can yield impressive catches of sheepshead and black drum.

    ### Conclusion
    Today is shaping up to be a fantastic day for fishing in St. Augustine. With the right bait, the right lures, and a bit of local knowledge, you're set for a successful day on the water. Remember to check the tidal conditions and adjust your fishing strategy accordingly. Tight lines, and I hope to see you out there
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