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Channel Bass (Red Drum)
The spring season generally begins in April with the arrival of channel bass in the surf at Hatteras Inlet. They are also available to boaters working the shoals on either side of the inlet. As the season progresses, the drum will spread north and are frequent visitors to the point. This run will peak by mid May and taper off in early June. Average size in Spring is 35 to 50 pounds!
In September the smaller channel bass (puppy drum) will enter the surf. These fish will range between 2 and 15 pounds. They are more plentiful than their larger cousins and can be found in most sloughs. In late October the bigger drum (40-70 pounds) return and remain until late November. Bait of choice is fresh mullet; rods are 9 ato 11 feet with medium to heavy action tips. | |
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Bluefish
Blues come in a variety of sizes and are available from April to December to boaters and surf fishermen. The large size (8 - 12 pounds) arrive in May and remain until November. Their departure is generally hastened by the arrival of the fall run of 15 - 20 pound giant blues. These later fall visitors are plentiful and quite strong. They'll take bait (mullett, spot, menhaden ) or almost any type of lure. Fishing rods 9 to 11 feet are preferred.
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Spanish Mackeral
This summer visitor arrives in June and stays with us until later September. Averaging 1 - 3 pounds, the Spaniard is delicious table fare and presents a real challenge to any angler. Spanish Mackerel is a true predator, and nearly all are taken on fast moving metal lures. Fishing rod of choice is a 9 foot light action. | |
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Striped Bass
Over the past two years during the winter months striped bass have returned to our island in abundance. October, November and December have proved to be the best times for fishing, with fish still showing up as late as February.
Other species available to surf fishermen are pompano, flounder (very plentiful in October and November), croaker, trout, spot, and whiting (sea mullett).
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