Offshore Gale Warning, Inshore Trout and Reds - Carolina Coast Fishing Report

Well, good morning out there, it’s Artificial Lure here, and I just got off the water and wanted to give you the lowdown on what’s happening along the Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina coast today. The weather’s been a bit wild lately, with a gale warning still up for the offshore waters, so if you’re heading out past the inlets, be sure to check the latest marine forecast before you go. The seas are running around 2 to 3 feet, and it’s not the best day for the small boats, but if you’re staying inshore, you’ll be just fine. Tides are a big part of the game today. For Atlantic Beach, the first high tide was at 4:32 AM, and the low tide hit at 11:00 AM. The water’s starting to rise again, and the next high tide is coming up this afternoon. The tide coefficient is moderate, so don’t expect the strongest currents, but there’s still plenty of movement to get the fish feeding. Sunrise was at 7:18 AM, and sunset will be at 6:37 PM, so you’ve got a good window to get out there and make the most of the day. Fish activity has been solid, especially for red drum and speckled trout. The cooler weather has brought in some big moves, and anglers are reporting good numbers of redfish around the grass banks and shoreline points. Trout are hitting in the shallows, and there’s been some action on the bridge pilings as well. If you’re looking for something a little different, there’s been a tagged white shark spotted off the coast near Beaufort, so keep an eye out if you’re fishing offshore. As for what’s working, Z-Man soft plastics and Bass Assassin lures are the go-to choices right now. Outer Banks Lures paddle tails are also producing some nice catches. If you’re fishing for trout, try a jerkbait or a lipless crankbait, and for red drum, a shaky head or a red bait will do the trick. Don’t forget to bring your gear before you leave the dock, and check the local bait shops for the freshest stuff. A couple of hot spots to try today are the grass banks around Oregon Inlet and the bridge pilings at Atlantic Beach. Both areas have been productive lately, and the tide is working in your favor this afternoon. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe for more updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. Great deals on fishing gear https://amzn.to/44gt1Pn This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.