Springtime Fishing Report: Trout, Reds, and Offshore Pelagics Biting on the North Carolina Coast

Hey there, Artificial Lure here with your local fishing report for March 22, 2025 around Atlantic Ocean, North Carolina. Looks like we've got some decent conditions today. Sunrise was at 7:06 AM and sunset will be at 7:21 PM, giving us a nice long day on the water. Tide-wise, we've got high tide at 1:43 AM and 1:55 PM, with low tide at 7:53 AM and 7:56 PM. Weather's looking fair - partly cloudy with temps in the mid-60s and light winds out of the southeast. Fish activity has been picking up lately as we get into spring. Anglers have been reporting good catches of speckled trout, red drum, and flounder in the inshore waters. Offshore, folks have been hooking into some nice mahi-mahi and wahoo. For inshore fishing, I'd recommend trying some soft plastic lures like Z-Man paddletails or DOA shrimp. A gold spoon is always a good bet for reds too. If you're heading offshore, ballyhoo rigged with skirts have been working well for the pelagics. As for bait, live mullet, shrimp, or finger mullet have been producing. Fresh cut bait like mullet or menhaden is a good option too if you can't get live stuff. Some hot spots to check out - the jetties at Masonboro Inlet have been holding some nice trout and reds. For offshore action, try the spots around the Frying Pan Tower or head out to the Gulf Stream if you've got a bigger boat. Remember to grab your license and check the regs before you head out. Tight lines, y'all! This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.