Cape Canaveral to Sebastian Inlet
Beth Sinclair
October 27, 2007
Melbourne - Saltwater Fishing Report
Florida Surf Fishing Report for: Cape Canaveral to Sebastian Inlet
Finger mullet are still present in the surf, though not in the numbers as were weeks
ago during the height of the fall mullet run. Persistent anglers will be able to find small
pods of baitfish in the white wash. Predatory species, specifically snook, jack crevalle,
bluefish and redfish, are also actively chasing these baitfish. The better catches of snook
are coming during early mornings and evenings when the water is fairly clean. Sharks are
more common when water conditions are dirty and rough. By far anglers using live baits,
such as finger mullet or croakers, are fairing best with the snook, though some using
plugs are also getting strikes. Most of the snook in the surf are under-sized and must be
released unharmed.
Whiting are fairly consistent in the surf, with most averaging 10 to 12 inches and a few
scaling larger. When anglers can find coquina rock or other structure, sheepshead and
margates are also possible. Live sandfleas, fresh cut shrimp and clam are the best baits
for these species.
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