New Smyrna Beach Fishing Report

As we approach the edge of the winter months in the New Smyrna Beach area of central Florida, it’s time to get excited for the new opportunities we will be presented with our changing seasons. Clear water and new species of fish are the theme of the coming 3 months. 


Around New Smyrna Beach and the inlet, big redfish and giant black drum will fall into their winter patterns and some of the larger fish we catch all year will be landed. Tarpon and snook will be either in overwintering areas or migrating to avoid winter temperatures but they will be back next spring. 


It’s tough to get off the beach this time of year for nearshore fishing off New Smyrna Beach due to the seas and wind on most days as well as most of our nearshore species having left the area for the winter but that’s ok because some of the best inshore fishing happens during the winter. 


Inshore flats fishing in Mosquito Lagoon which is on the south side of New Smyrna Beach will enter its peak season with clear water and good sight fishing shots at reds, black drum and sea trout on fly and light spin tackle. The lagoon looks good this year with good sea grass coverage and active fish doing what we want them to. It’s always fun to spend time in the back country of the lagoon chasing shallow water fish.