Perdido Key Fishing Report – Inshore & Surf  Spring

 

Fishing’s heating up around Perdido Key. Water temps are creeping up, and that’s got the bite turning on.

 

Inshore:

Redfish are active around the grass flats and oyster beds. Look for them cruising shallow—especially on sunny days when that water warms up quick. Speckled trout are showing up too, mostly in the deeper holes early, but they’ll slide up shallow as the day goes on. Spanish mackerel are starting to move in—fast and fun if you can find ’em. Throw small spoons or Gotcha plugs near the passes.

 

Surf:

The pompano bite is getting better every day. Schools are moving through, especially on that incoming tide. Whiting are thick right now and make for easy, fun catches. Best baits? Fresh shrimp, sand fleas, or FishGum. Two-drop pompano rigs with 1/0 circle hooks and a 3–4 oz sinker will do the job. Fish the cuts between sandbars if you can find ’em.

 

Quick Tips:

• Early morning and late evening are best.

• Keep your bait fresh—pompano don’t play around with old stuff.

• If you’re not getting bit, move down the beach or switch rigs.

• Don’t overthink it—sometimes simple gets the bite.

 

Check Out Panhandle Salt:

If you’re in the area and want to learn more about surf fishing or just want to have a good time on the beach, check out Panhandle Salt.

Blane runs it—he’s a local guide, a great dude, and knows this area inside and out. They run a surf fishing guide service, have a solid tackle shop, and put on some great tournaments across Perdido Key, Pensacola, and Orange Beach. He’s also a Salt Strong Regional Coach, and he’s all about helping people learn and enjoy the sport.

 

Give them a follow or book a trip—you’ll learn a ton.