Today, December 14th, 2024, in Islamorada, Florida, the fishing conditions are looking promising despite the winter season. Here’s a rundown of what you can expect:
### Tides and Weather
The tides for today are as follows: Low tide at 4:54 AM with a height of -0.19 ft, high tide at 10:22 AM with 0.42 ft, low tide again at 3:51 PM with 0.19 ft, and high tide at 9:10 PM with 0.85 ft[2][4].
Sunrise is at 6:59 AM, and sunset will be at 5:35 PM. The weather is expected to be mild, typical for this time of year, with clear skies and moderate temperatures.
### Fish Activity
While tarpon season is generally at its peak in the spring and summer, there are still some late-season resident tarpon to be found in the backcountry. Yesterday, we had a few bites on tarpon, with one or two landed, which is not bad for this time of year. Snook fishing has also been good, especially in the quieter months, and we managed to catch a few snook around the bridges and channels[1][5].
### Types of Fish and Catch
Besides tarpon and snook, there have been decent catches of permit and bonefish. The bridges, particularly Channel #2 Bridge and Long Key Bridge, have been producing mangrove and yellowtail snapper, gag grouper, and barracuda[3].
### Best Lures and Bait
For tarpon, live bait such as mullet or pinfish has been effective. For snook, jigs and soft plastics work well, especially around structure like bridges and mangroves. For permit and bonefish, fly fishing with shrimp or crab patterns can be very productive.
### Hot Spots
Channel #2 Bridge is always a hotspot, especially early in the morning or late in the evening when it's less crowded. Long Key Bridge is another good spot, offering a mix of snapper, grouper, and snook. The backcountry of Florida Bay is also worth exploring for tarpon and other species[1][3].
Overall, it's a good day to get out on the water in Islamorada. The tides are favorable, and the fish are biting. Just remember to adjust your fishing times according to the tides and the time of day for the best results.
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