Fort Lauderdale Report 1/14/26 -Don't Tell Mom
Capt. William Daley
January 14, 2026
Fort Lauderdale - Saltwater Fishing Report
Fort Lauderdale Fishing Report – Don't Tell Mom Sportfishing
Fort Lauderdale fishing continues to be productive with multiple options both offshore and on the reef. On our most recent trip, we fished in 3-foot seas with a north current, which provided clean water and comfortable conditions throughout the day.
Offshore action has been solid. We landed a big 18lb king mackerel on our last trip using live bait, and we've been seeing blackfin tuna and bonitas around in good numbers. These fish have been holding along current edges and over productive areas, providing steady action and a lot of excitement for our anglers.
Bottom fishing on the Fort Lauderdale reef has been fairly steady as well, producing some really nice yellowtail snapper, mutton snapper, spanish mackerel, and even a few mangrove snapper. The reef bite has been a great option and continues to deliver quality fish.
With an upcoming cold front on the way, conditions are shaping up perfectly for improved sailfish fishing in Fort Lauderdale. As water temperatures continue to cool and bait gets pushed in tighter, we expect the sailfish to start showing up in better numbers very soon.
We'll be posting weekly Fort Lauderdale fishing reports from here on out to keep everyone up to date on current conditions, recent catches, and what's biting.
If you're looking to get out on the water and experience some of the best fishing Fort Lauderdale has to offer, now is a great time to book a trip. Visit www.donttellmomsportfishing.com
or call 954-522-9399 to get on the schedule. We'd love to have you aboard.
Tight lines,
Capt. Will Daley
Don't Tell Mom Sportfishing
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