Indian River North Fishing Reports (December 2025)

Indian River North Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Indian River North

Matthew Lee
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Matthew Lee New Smyrna Beach, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Well since hurricane Ian we have had very high murky water. But that’s ok because the bite had been good. This time of year is our transition period so that makes the fish spread out. We have been throwing lots of soft plastic swim baits , pop n corks with live shrimp, and some top water as well. Come join the fun and let’s catch some nice reds, trout , snook, and black drum.

Snook Fishing in New Smyrna Beach, Florida

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Todd Vivian
Edgewater, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Todd Vivian Edgewater, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Mosquito Lagoon is a one of a kind estuary where the Red Fish spend their entire life. Unlike regular reds that migrate and go offshore to breed this particular type is born here and spends its entire life here. With the loss of habitat in the past 8 years the numbers have been going down significantly which is why the catch and release only regulations for the entire Indian River system.

Redfish fishing in New Smyrna Beach, Florida

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Matt Brockman
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Fishing has been nice in the mornings and wind and rain has been moving in after lunch

Matt Brockman New Smyrna Beach, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Fishing has been nice in the mornings and wind and rain has been moving in after lunch

Tarpon fishing in New Smyrna Beach, Florida

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Todd Vivian
Edgewater, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Todd Vivian Edgewater, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

While the fishing for Bull Reds hasn't been what was expected this time of year the other species have been really active. Night fishing at the causeways has been good for Snook with an occasional Red. I had a charter with international customers following Icast last week and they caught 19 species. One was the monster Barracuda which ate another one which was a permit the customer had battled for 5 minutes and had to the boat twice before it became bait. The reds have been there during prime tide times. Still getting some slot size reds in the lagoon on artificial with an occasional trout.

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★★★★★
Captain Kenny will put you on the fish! Great experience! Definitely was great fishing
Shane G. | November 26, 2025

Trip: Half Day Melbourne
★★★★★
Great day fishing! Captain Kyler put us on some fish - tarpon, snook, red. Beautiful morning. Will do it again.
Andrew D. | July 1, 2025

Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Steven worked very hard all morning to try to get us on fish. We didn't have a lot of success, but I still feel Steven did a good job for us.
Pete W. | June 13, 2025

Trip: Inshore Saltwater Adventure
★★★★★
Couldn’t recommend enough. Kenny was really knowledgeable, a great coach, had a great set up and made sure we had plenty of decent catches. We also got the opportunity to spot some local wildlife along the way. Would definitely book with him again in the future.
Lucy M. | April 23, 2025

Trip: Half Day Melbourne
★★★★★
Dam good trip with Cap. Kenny, enjoyed our opportunity to fish wit him it was a pleasure to be on his boat with an experienced Cap. THANKS Captain Kenny
Dan S. | November 5, 2024

Trip: 3/4 Day Trip Melbourne
★★★★★
Had a blast with Steven would definitely go again!
Trevor P. | September 9, 2024

Trip: Inshore Saltwater Adventure
★★★★★
Steven did a good job. Caught lots of fish including some large ones
Jon A. | August 6, 2024

Trip: Inshore Saltwater Adventure
★★★★★
Ken kept us moving all morning and kept us on fish. It was exactly what we hoped for and he delivered. Thanks!
Tyler B. | July 31, 2024

Trip: Half Day Melbourne
★★★★★
Spent a half day out with Captain Kenneth! Had an amazing day fishing for black drum, mango snapper, tarpon, and snook. He did an awesome job running the boat and keeping everyone going and hooking the big ones! The questionable weather in Florida didn’t stop us from having a good time. Thank you for the great day!
Curtis D. | July 11, 2024

Trip: Half Day Melbourne
★★★★★
Todd was very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful with our group that had a few inexperienced anglers on the boat. Will definitely seek out Todd the next time we are in New Smyrna beach!
Gregg S. | June 19, 2024

Trip: Inshore Saltwater Run

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