Wilmington NC Fishing Report: Trout, Drum, and Tuna Biting in Winter Wonderland

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Wilmington NC Fishing Report: Trout, Drum, and Tuna Biting in Winter Wonderland
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For December 21, 2024, in Wilmington, NC, the fishing scene is looking promising despite the cooler winter conditions. ### Tidal and Weather Report Today, the high tides are at 1:48...
mostra di più### Tidal and Weather Report
Today, the high tides are at 1:48 AM and 2:09 PM, with low tides at 8:06 AM and 8:49 PM. The tidal coefficient is high, indicating strong tidal currents, which can be beneficial for stirring up bait and attracting larger fish. Sunrise is at 7:14 AM, and sunset is at 5:06 PM.
### Fish Activity
Anglers in the Wilmington area are experiencing a mix of exciting catches. Offshore, bottom fishing has been productive, with vermilion snapper, black sea bass, and some keeper grouper species being landed. King mackerel are abundant in the 25-mile range, and there have been early sightings of bluefin tuna[1].
Inshore, speckled trout action has improved significantly, particularly in the mainland creeks and around the inlet areas. Using artificials like Halo Shad, D.O.A. shrimp, or Gulp baits has been effective. Live shrimp under a slip cork or popping corks with soft plastics are also working well. Red drum are grouping up around docks and transitioning back to the shallower muddy bays. Black drum are active in the backs of the mainland creeks, especially around structure like docks or oyster beds[1].
### Best Lures and Bait
For speckled trout, Vudu shrimp or hard suspending baits are recommended. For red and black drum, fresh cut bait or shrimp are the way to go. At the jetties, live fiddler or mud crabs are ideal for catching sheepshead. Nearshore, casting metals into surface-feeding frenzies can catch false albacore and bluefish[1].
### Hot Spots
- **Masonboro Inlet**: Known for its diverse fish species including flounder, bluefish, red drum, and speckled trout. The area's unique sandbar and the confluence of the Cape Fear and Shallotte Rivers make it a hotspot[3].
- **Johnnie Mercers Pier**: This pier has been seeing good catches of sea mullet with shrimp or live sand fleas. Pompano, croakers, black drum, and bluefish are also common here[1].
Overall, with the right bait and knowledge of the tides, anglers in the Wilmington area can expect a productive day on the water.
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Organizzazione | William Corbin |
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