Tarpon Fishing During Miami Shrimp Run
Capt. Dennis Crowley
March 22, 2026
Miami - Saltwater Fishing Report
Miami Tarpon Fishing Report – Night Fishing Charters During the Shrimp Run
The annual shrimp run has arrived in Miami, bringing some of the best tarpon fishing we have seen all year. Massive schools of shrimp are moving through the waterways, stacking up along bridges, inlets, and channel edges—creating prime feeding conditions for trophy tarpon in these inshore fishing zones.
The bite has been especially strong around bridge shadow lines, where artificial lighting attracts shrimp and baitfish, drawing in large tarpon ready to feed aggressively. For anglers looking to book a Miami fishing charter, this is peak season for targeting tarpon after dark.
Current Conditions & Bite Report
The most productive window has been the outgoing tide. During this time, shrimp are flushed through the system, and tarpon can be seen rolling and actively feeding near the surface.
Live shrimp remains the top bait for most tarpon fishing charters in Miami, but artificial shrimp lures and soft plastics are also producing when presented naturally with the current. Light tackle and free-lined presentations are key to matching the hatch during heavy shrimp movement.
Tarpon sizes this week are averaging 60 to 100 pounds, with larger fish staging in deeper cuts and current seams near major bridges. Anglers fishing multiple spots and staying mobile are seeing the most consistent action.
Why Book a Night Time Tarpon Fishing Charter in Miami?
Nighttime offers some of the most consistent action for inshore fishing charters in Miami, especially during the shrimp run. Tarpon are more active, boat traffic is minimal, and the bridge lights create ideal ambush zones for feeding fish.
Booking a fishing charter with Captain Dennis during this time gives anglers the best opportunity to hook into multiple fish in a single trip, with explosive surface strikes and unforgettable fights.
Fishing Charter Outlook
As long as the shrimp continue moving through the system, expect this bite to remain strong over the coming weeks. This is one of the best times of year for Tarpon Fishing in Miami, and availability tends to fill quickly during peak shrimp run conditions.
Book Your Miami Fishing Charter Today With Flat Bottom Charters 🎣
If you're looking to experience world-class inshore tarpon fishing in Miami, now is the time to get on the water. Night trips during the shrimp run offer some of the most exciting fishing of the year.
If you are in South Florida and are looking for the fight of a lifetime give me a shout.
Captain Dennis
Flat Bottom Fishing Charters
954-551-8914
www.flatbottomcharters.com
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Tarpon
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