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Stuart Fishing Reports
Latest Stuart Fishing Reports from Catch 22 Fishing Charters
Stay up to date with the latest fishing reports in Stuart, Florida from Catch 22 Fishing Charters. Our real-time updates give you the inside scoop on what’s biting, where we’re finding success, and the best tactics for landing everything from trophy fish like snook and tarpon to vibrant tropical fish cruising the Indian River Lagoon. We fish year-round, offering seasonal insights that help both new and returning anglers plan the perfect day on the water. Whether you’re chasing inshore species or looking for a family-friendly fishing outing, our reports reflect the most current conditions and trends from the water.
Real-Time Catches, Seasonal Patterns & Top Fishing Spots
Our fishing reports highlight recent catches, hot spots along the St. Lucie River and Indian River, and expert tips from our seasoned captains. You’ll see mentions of redfish, sea trout, jack crevalle, and mangrove snapper, especially during peak activity periods like early morning high tides and cooler fall months. These updates are designed to help you time your trip right, whether you're looking for action-packed sport fishing or a laid-back family day targeting steady biters. We also include gear suggestions, bait preferences, and weather notes to keep you fully informed before you step on board.
At Catch 22 Fishing Charters, we believe the best trips start with the best information. Our up-to-date Stuart fishing reports not only showcase the amazing variety and quality of local fishing but also serve as your invitation to join us on the water. If you’re ready to reel in something memorable, check out the latest report and book your trip today for a guided fishing experience tailored to your goals.
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August 25, 2026
Saint Lucie River - Martin, FL Inshore Report on 25th Aug, 2026
Our snook season is right around the corner opening up September 1st thru December 15th. Regulations remain the same with a 28" - 32" slot, 1 per person. Snook trips are a bit different than our regular trips fishing with shrimp up to 6 people. Snook trips are a 3 person maximum and require a departure time of 6:30 to 7am so we can purchase livebaits on the water. Livebaits normally run $20.00 a dozen which is extra. On all other charters, shrimp is included at no extra cost.
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May 2, 2026
Stuart Cove - Wakulla, FL Inshore Report on 2nd May, 2026
Fished the Dyment family visiting from Connecticut. Young Devin caught dinner for the family with 2 nice pompano. One fish was 13" to the fork but the large pompano was a whopping 21" and weighed 6.4 lbs which makes that fish the largest pompano ever caught on Catch 22 Fishing Charters. Congratulations Devin for landing a fish of a lifetime 👏.
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February 25, 2026
Stuart Cove - Wakulla, FL Inshore Report on 25th Feb, 2026
The Spanish Mackerel have finally made their way along the beaches here in Stuart, bringing some exciting action to our recent inshore fishing trips. With calm seas giving us the perfect window to fish tight to the shoreline, we spent the day casting along the beach and ended up landing 15 Spanish Mackerel — plenty for the smoker and a great way to kick off the bite. These fish are a welcome sight and should continue to stick around our local waters through April, offering consistent opportunities on upcoming inshore fishing charters in Stuart Florida.
After getting our fill of mackerel, we switched things up and began targeting sheepshead around nearby structure. The bite didn’t disappoint, with several quality sheepshead coming over the rail along with a nice bonus flounder to round out the trip. It’s always a great sign when multiple inshore species are actively feeding, making this a productive time for anglers looking to experience backcountry fishing in Stuart Florida.
The Spanish Mackerel were caught by casting artificial minnow jigs while chumming with glass minnows to keep the schools fired up close to the boat. For the sheepshead and flounder, live shrimp paired with my homemade Trollrite jigs did the trick, producing steady bites throughout the session. With spring approaching, expect the inshore fishing in Stuart Florida to keep improving as more species become active along the beaches and backwaters.
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September 3, 2025
Saint Lucie River - Martin, FL Inshore Report on 3rd Sep, 2025
Snook season is right around the corner opening September 1st thru December 14. Regulations remain the same keeping 1 per person in the 28-32" slot.
Snook and tripletail charters are good up to 3 people fishing. All other trips are 6 person maximum.
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April 27, 2025
Jensen Beach Park - St. Lucie, FL Inshore Report on 27th Apr, 2025
The past few weeks I have been fishing larger groups of 5 and 6 people which means we are fishing mainly with shrimp as bait. Smaller groups of 2 or less, livebaiting for snook and jacks with greenies for bait or targeting tripletail with shrimp is always an option.
The croaker bite has been hot mainly on the outgoing tide along with some weakfish and pompano.
We caught some nice snook, ja ks and tripletail with smaller groups recently.
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March 26, 2025
Indian River - Walton, FL Inshore Report on 26th Mar, 2025
Fished again this morning with Fred Hepper from Bernardsville N.J and Mark Johnson from Vero Beach ( my dynamic duo). These guys caught 3 tripletail with me a few weeks ago. This was our first snook trip of the season. Livebaiting with greenies they went 3 for 3 on snook with 1 in the 28-32 " slot that went home for dinner.
Snook trips are a bit different than our regular charters. They must be in the morning so that we can purchase if available livebaits which are an extra charge of 25.00 a dozen. Also these trips are ideal up to 2 anglers.
Larger groups up to six people we fish with shrimp which are included with the trip.
The best snook bite starts now thru November with a closed season June- August .
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March 18, 2025
Indian River - Walton, FL Inshore Report on 18th Mar, 2025
Fun Time With The Barbers Fished repeat customers the Barbers ( party of 5) this morning. The wind was cranking out of the north 18-20 mph so we spent the entire trip on the St. Lucie Inlet out of the wind. Plenty of sheepshead, 4 black margates to 7lbs, mangrove snapper, porkfish, grunts and spors bending the rods all morning. Fun family and hope to see them again next year.
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March 18, 2025
Indian River - Walton, FL Inshore Report on 18th Mar, 2025
Tripletail Time in Stuart, Florida Springtime is here and the tripletail are starting to make their appearance. In the past few weeks some nice tripletail have been landed on our charters. Great fighting fish and one of the best eating around.
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December 9, 2024
Jensen Beach Park - St. Lucie, FL Inshore Report on 9th Dec, 2024
As we head into the new year, look for an increase in our winter and spring species of fish including pompano, black drum, Spanish Mackerel, sheepshead, flounder, tripletail and croaker which are all great table fare.
Live baiting for snook, jacks and Goliath grouper are always an option but snook season closes December 15th and reopens again Feb 1st.
September 14, 2024
Jensen Beach Park - St. Lucie, FL Inshore Report on 14th Sep, 2024
This morning, I had the pleasure of fishing with Stan Pierce and Jeremy Granger from Cortland, N.Y. Despite their busy day with a 5pm wedding, they were fantastic company. We caught a few snook, a couple of black drum, and even a bonnethead shark. We varied our approach, using live greenies and shrimp throughout the day.
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August 24, 2024
Jensen Beach Park - St. Lucie, FL Inshore Report on 24th Aug, 2024
Had the pleasure to fish Roy Lindow and party. A mixed bag of mangrove, dog and mutton snappers, black margates, pork fish, grunts, and a few others fishing shrimp on trollrite jigs.
Today while fishing north we scored tripletail, black drum, mutton, mangrove and lane snappers, jack crevelle and a small grouper.
Snook season opens again September 1st ending December 15th. Snook charters are livebaiting up to 3 people.
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August 15, 2024
Jensen Beach Park - St. Lucie, FL Inshore Report on 15th Aug, 2024
As we approach mid August, look for the snook and Tripletail bite to pick up. We are getting close to our annual fall finger mullet run where billions of 6" baitfish enter our inland waterways bringing with them an array of species chasing them down.
Snook, jack crevelle, tarpon just to name a few. This mullet run occurs every year in September and October.
Snook season opens again September 1st till December 15th. Regulations are the same with one fish per person and must be in the 4" slot of 28" - 32".
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June 12, 2024
Jensen Beach Park - St. Lucie, FL Inshore Report on 12th Jun, 2024
Air and water temperatures are on the rise with more afternoon showers as we head into the summer. Water quality has been great with no water releases from Lake Okeechobee the past few months.This time of year I strongly suggest morning trip not only to beat the heat but also avoid afternoon storms which is definitely a possibility in the summer.
Still catching some nice tripletail on the Indian River with jacks, and snappers bending those rods. Livebaiting south near the inlet and area bridges, snook, jacks, tarpon, Goliath grouper and cubera snapper will be around.
With flat seas in the summer, nearshore fishing on the ocean is available for groups up to 3 people. These trips require calm seas up to 2ft and also available for 3/4 and full day trips only with either a 6 or 7 am departures. On these trips we target kingfish, sailfish, Mahi, barracuda and Bonita. We have already landed several sailfish already this summer which are a blast on lighter tackle.
