Florida Gulf Stream Fishing in March

"Beware the Ides of March" sums up how this month has been going for the offshore fisherman. Cold, rain and wind is what March has brought us for weather. We get one good day and the rest are not fit for man nor beast. Cool windy days have kept the water temperatures cool and fishing condition uncomfortable. Early this week Cobia were every where. From 40 feet out the cobia and rays were keeping all busy. They were not big but there were plenty of them. Then the rain, wind and 3’ to 5’ seas moved in and the bite was off.

On the other hand, "It is an ill wind that brings no man good" seems to apply for the surf anglers. They are having plenty of action with Blue Fish on the beach, independent of time and tide.

Looking forward, it is the middle of March and the weather should change for the better. Typically the winds lie down in April and make for calmer more pleasant offshore fishing.

The adventure begins anew. Let's go fishing.

It's about that time of year when the sailfish bite off Stuart Florida's St. lucie Inlet starts to settle down and thought of sensational adventures fill the mind. For a jaded South Florida fisherman the fish and destination the fill those fanticies are the yellowfin tuna and the Bahama Corner. Located 70-miles due east of Fort Pierce Inlet, The Corner is a spherical body of water situated north-northwest of West End, Freeport Grand Bahama Island.

Freeport Grand Bahama Island is the northern most island in the Bahamian chain and is well known for great saltwater fishing. Every year Freeport gets the first crack at many of the most well known sportsfish like Marlin, Wahoo, Sailfish, Tuna and Dorado because of yearly Altantic migration of these fish.

Here, nutrient rich seas from the Little Bahama Bank filtering across the shallows spill into the deep. Those who make the run to The Corner tell tales of monster dolphin – a typical bycatch for trollers scouting for prize tuna. With very little fishing pressure and abundant forage, pelagics flourish throughout The Corner in unprecedented numbers.

There is a good reason why those fish see very little fishing preasure. Reaching The Corner is no joke. It’s a long run across the Gulf Stream and you will likely be fishing alone far from the nearest port. You need a good boat, an experienced captain and reliable weather.

If your thoughts have turned to this action-packed fishery, One Call Charters is here to serve. Over the years, we have made the crossing numerous times in One Call, a 29 foot open fisherman. In January, we added a Rampage 38 Express yacht to the fleet. It truely is a do all craft. Whether it's chasing tuna, sailfish or marlin, out beyond the fog bound reaches, that's where the Rampage 38 Express prowls.

The Bahamas Corner Fishing Calendar:

Wahoo: Peak months for Wahoo are December through early April.

Tuna: March to June is peak season for Bahamas Yellowfin Tuna. The tuna in these waters range from 20-100 pounds, and can either be trolled or live baited.
Dolphin: Found year round, but peak season is March to June. Extremely plentiful in April & May, Bahama corner dolphin tend to be 20 pounds and greater.
Marlin: May, June or July are prime season for Marlin. For the best shot at the much sought-after Blue Marlin, try the new moon in June - June 12th.

The adventure begins anew. Let's go fishing.