• Wilmington NC Fishing Report Feb 9, 2025: Trout, Drum, Bluefish, and Offshore Wahoo Bites

  • Feb 9 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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Wilmington NC Fishing Report Feb 9, 2025: Trout, Drum, Bluefish, and Offshore Wahoo Bites

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  • Hey there, fellow anglers It's Artificial Lure here, and I'm excited to share the latest fishing report for Wilmington, NC, as of today, February 9, 2025.

    First off, let's talk about the tides. Today, we've got a low tide at 00:46 AM with a height of -0.42 ft, followed by a high tide at 6:59 AM reaching 4.29 ft. The next low tide is at 1:38 PM with a height of -0.27 ft, and the final high tide of the day is at 7:10 PM, hitting 3.79 ft. These tidal shifts can significantly impact fish activity, so keep an eye on them.

    The weather is looking pretty good, with sunrise at 7:02 AM and sunset at 5:50 PM. The temperatures are gradually warming up, which is firing up the fish in our local waters.

    Inshore fishing has been excellent lately. Speckled Trout are biting well, especially in the deeper creeks and boat basins. Light fluorocarbon lines with light jigheads and soft plastics like Zman Trout Tricks or Zman Paddlerz are your best bets. These artificial lures are versatile and can also attract Drum and Flounder.

    Red and Black Drum are plentiful around the docks, and using fresh Shrimp or Mud Minnows can land you some nice catches. If you're targeting Flounder, search the marsh, inlets, and boat basins, as they are starting to move into these areas. Though most Flounder are still small, it's a good sign for the upcoming season.

    Bluefish have shown up in great numbers, both on the beach and in the surf. For these, Curly Tails or Gulp baits work wonders. Whiting and Virginia Mullet are also mixed in on the surf, making for a lively day of fishing.

    Offshore, the Wahoo bite has been strong, particularly around the Gulf Stream. Islanders with Ballyhoo rigged behind them, especially in dark colors like black/blue or black/purple, have been successful. If you're trolling at moderate speeds, you might also catch some Blackfin Tuna.

    For those looking to try their luck in specific spots, Bradley Creek, Pages Creek, and Hewitt’s Creek are on fire for Trout and Drum. The inlets and adjacent creeks, along with the docks and boat basins, are also hot spots. If you're fishing off the beach, the areas around Carolina Beach Inlet and Figure 8 Island are worth checking out.

    In summary, today's fishing in and around Wilmington looks promising. With the right lures and bait, and an eye on the tides, you're set for a great day on the water. So grab your gear, and let's catch some fish Tight lines, everyone
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