I’ve fished all across the southeast and other parts of the United States.

Below are my TOP 10 spots to fish!

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1. Baffin Bay, Texas

This is a place you may have already heard of.

It is legendary fishing grounds for trophy trout.

Redfish and black drum are there as well but people fish here for the trout.

The nearest big city is Corpus Christi which is about an hour from this spot.

As a result, the bay is not as pressured as you may think.

One downfall of this place is it’s not really a family destination due to its isolation.

2. Orange Beach, Alabama

This is a family vacation destination.

The inshore fishing is excellent with loads of opportunities at big fish.

3. Topsail, North Carolina

This has fantastic inshore fishing that flies under the radar.

The fishing is outstanding in a nice little town with great beaches.

During the winter this spot becomes a great area to target trout while the flounder and redfish are plentiful in the summer.

4. Hopedale Lagoon, Louisiana

No matter the time of year, this spot has it all.

You can catch a ton of fish here.

Especially in the warmer months, redfish galore!

Another great thing about this spot is it is not far from New Orleans.

5. Florida’s Nature Coast

This refers to anywhere from Panacea down to Pasco County just north of Tampa.

This area is what locals call “Old Florida”.

It is underdeveloped with no beaches or big cities.

That’s what makes the fishing here the same as it was years ago.

It is a great place to catch both quality and quantity fish.

6. Mississippi Coast

The Mississippi coastline is 50 miles across and has some great fishing spots.

The fishing is outstanding and not many people have this on their radar.

Especially in the colder months, the fish are pushed back into the marshes and creeks that spread across the coastline.

7. Murrels Inlet, South Carolina

This spot is typically not busy compared to other high-traffic areas.

The fishing here is epic – especially in the warmer months for flounder.

8. Chesapeake Bay Area (Virginia)

This place is loaded with fish.

I had one of the best redfish days I’ve ever had while fishing there.

9. Guana Lake, Florida

This is one of my favorite places to fish in the entire country.

It is a dammed up river that holds MASSIVE trout.

This is one of those places known to hold 30″+ fish.

Another cool thing is due to the rules of the lake, only kayaks are basically allowed in the area.

Also, you don’t have to worry too much about the tides – just keep an eye on the wind.

10. Mosquito Lagoon, Florida

The Mosquito Lagoon has made an incredible comeback over the last few years.

I’ve had my best redfish year to date on the Mosquito Lagoon in the last 12 months.

It is a special place worthy of being on your inshore fishing spots bucket list.

The fishing is great all year round.

FINDING THE FISH HELP

In order to help make sure that you are targeting the right areas based on the latest feeding trends and upcoming weather forecasts, make sure to use the following 3 resources because they will save you a ton of time.

1. WEEKEND GAME PLANS (UPDATED WEEKLY)

These regional game plans will show you exactly what types of spots to target in under 10 minutes… just click the video to start, and you’ll be informed on what to do on your next trip.

Weekend Game Plan Lessons

2. SMART FISHING SPOTS PLATFORM (UPDATED EVERY 15 MINUTES)

This exclusive software literally shows you where the most fish are likely to be feeding based on exactly when you’ll be fishing. It factors in the tides, wind, and weather to help you quickly see which areas to target throughout the day.

Smart Fishing Spots App

3. COMMUNITY REPORTS (LIVE FEED)

The Insider Community platform is what you can use to see what is biting near you, and you can get to know other members who fish in your area. Plus, you can use it to keep a log of your catches so you can use past trips to help predict future catches.

Community Platform 

90/10 ZONE INSHORE FISHING NEWSLETTER

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But, I believed the redfish would be in a springtime trend due to a recent warming period.

So, I hit the water with Insider Member JJ McCray to work on positioning and talk about finding fish in these types of tough fishing situations!

Check out the entire trip including all of the lessons learned below!!

Hunting Redfish According To Springtime Trends [VIDEO]

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Check out the FULL Insider Report from this trip

JJ and I set out to target inshore redfish.

He wanted to dial into the redfish bite during these early days of spring.

He hasn’t had any issues finding trout – so he wanted to learn more to specifically target redfish in spring.

On days like this, redfish are typically going to sit closer to the grassline.

No matter what structure you’re fishing (oyster beds, grasslines, rocks, etc.), you want to fish as tight to it as possible.

You should try and move closer to effectively position yourself for an accurate cast.

You want your baits as close to shore or as tight to structure as possible.

That is where the predatory fish are hanging out.

Chances are most of the strikes will happen within a few cranks of the reel.

If you’re working a shoreline, take notice of slight changes or things that stand out.

Cast there!!!

FINDING THE FISH HELP

In order to help make sure that you are targeting the right areas based on the latest feeding trends and upcoming weather forecasts, make sure to use the following 3 resources because they will save you a ton of time.

1. WEEKEND GAME PLANS (UPDATED WEEKLY)

These regional game plans will show you exactly what types of spots to target in under 10 minutes… just click the video to start, and you’ll be informed on what to do on your next trip.

Weekend Game Plan Lessons

2. SMART FISHING SPOTS PLATFORM (UPDATED EVERY 15 MINUTES)

This exclusive software literally shows you where the most fish are likely to be feeding based on exactly when you’ll be fishing. It factors in the tides, wind, and weather to help you quickly see which areas to target throughout the day.

Smart Fishing Spots App

3. COMMUNITY REPORTS (LIVE FEED)

The Insider Community platform is what you can use to see what is biting near you, and you can get to know other members who fish in your area. Plus, you can use it to keep a log of your catches so you can use past trips to help predict future catches.

Community Platform 

90/10 ZONE INSHORE FISHING NEWSLETTER

Oh, and be sure to sign up for FREE Access to Salt Strong’s 90/10 Zone Newsletter!

It’s the Ultimate Inshore Fishing Blast with the MOST RECENT on-the-water updates, weekly trends, hot lures, catches of the week, fish tales, conservation news, and everything else for Inshore Fishing…

Sent to your inbox free 2x per week!

90/10 Newsletter

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I unfortunately lost a possible trophy fish because of it.

Worst of all – it is 100% avoidable.

Here’s how to prevent this fishing line leader fail!!

Common Mistake That Loses Fish [VIDEO]

Advanced Knots Module [Fishing School]

Equipment:

• The Prawn USA Original – F.R.E.D.
• 1 oz. Hoss Weedless Football Jighead
• Braid – 30lb Daiwa J-braid x8 Grand
• Leader – 30lb Ande Monofilament
• Scent – Dr. Juice Saltwater Slam Scent
• Rod – Prototype (MH Slot Machine)
• Reel – Daiwa Saltist MQ 3000

While I was out fishing a nearshore reef, I hooked into a GIANT keeper cobia.

After I took the hook out, I went and checked my leader line.

This is something you should be in the habit of doing.

I thought everything was fine with my leader so I kept on fishing.

Not long after that, I got what could’ve been the BIGGEST fish I’ve ever hooked into with artificial lures.

This fish ripped off drag and felt like a monster cobia.

It could’ve been my biggest cobia ever…

But I will never know.

Because I did not retie my leader assembly.

Although the line felt fine in my hands, the loop that wraps through the eye of the jighead was compromised.

That was the part that gave way when the fish was peeling off drag.

WHAT I SHOULD HAVE DONE:

• Retie the loop knot

I did not check the loop knot that was attached to the jighead.

I should have looked at that knot and retied it since it was compromised.

Even if it does not appear broken, it is worth retying.

• Used a bite tippet

This was one of the few times I did NOT use a bite tippet.

The bite tippet is a small 6-8 inch section of leader at the end of your normal leader to strengthen the entire system.

Always check the loop of your loop knots after reeling in big fish.

And using a bite tippet is recommended when fishing around hard structure for bigger fish.

This will ensure there is no failure up close to the lure.

FINDING THE FISH HELP

In order to help make sure that you are targeting the right areas based on the latest feeding trends and upcoming weather forecasts, make sure to use the following 3 resources because they will save you a ton of time.

1. WEEKEND GAME PLANS (UPDATED WEEKLY)

These regional game plans will show you exactly what types of spots to target in under 10 minutes… just click the video to start, and you’ll be informed on what to do on your next trip.

Weekend Game Plan Lessons

2. SMART FISHING SPOTS PLATFORM (UPDATED EVERY 15 MINUTES)

This exclusive software literally shows you where the most fish are likely to be feeding based on exactly when you’ll be fishing. It factors in the tides, wind, and weather to help you quickly see which areas to target throughout the day.

Smart Fishing Spots App

3. COMMUNITY REPORTS (LIVE FEED)

The Insider Community platform is what you can use to see what is biting near you, and you can get to know other members who fish in your area. Plus, you can use it to keep a log of your catches so you can use past trips to help predict future catches.

Community Platform 

90/10 ZONE INSHORE FISHING NEWSLETTER

Oh, and be sure to sign up for FREE Access to Salt Strong’s 90/10 Zone Newsletter!

It’s the Ultimate Inshore Fishing Blast with the MOST RECENT on-the-water updates, weekly trends, hot lures, catches of the week, fish tales, conservation news, and everything else for Inshore Fishing…

Sent to your inbox free 2x per week!

90/10 Newsletter

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It could be the most important vote the state has ever had in terms of protecting our rights to hunt and fish along with protecting our wildlife.

This is also a huge moment for conservation.

Listen in and help spread the word.

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Truth About The Right To Hunt & Fish Amendment [VIDEO]

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Truth About The Right To Hunt & Fish Amendment [PODCAST]

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FINDING THE FISH HELP

In order to help make sure that you are targeting the right areas based on the latest feeding trends and upcoming weather forecasts, make sure to use the following 3 resources because they will save you a ton of time.

1. WEEKEND GAME PLANS (UPDATED WEEKLY)

These regional game plans will show you exactly what types of spots to target in under 10 minutes… just click the video to start, and you’ll be informed on what to do on your next trip.

Weekend Game Plan Lessons

2. SMART FISHING SPOTS PLATFORM (UPDATED EVERY 15 MINUTES)

This exclusive software literally shows you where the most fish are likely to be feeding based on exactly when you’ll be fishing. It factors in the tides, wind, and weather to help you quickly see which areas to target throughout the day.

Smart Fishing Spots App

3. COMMUNITY REPORTS (LIVE FEED)

The Insider Community platform is what you can use to see what is biting near you, and you can get to know other members who fish in your area. Plus, you can use it to keep a log of your catches so you can use past trips to help predict future catches.

Community Platform 

90/10 ZONE INSHORE FISHING NEWSLETTER

Oh, and be sure to sign up for FREE Access to Salt Strong’s 90/10 Zone Newsletter!

It’s the Ultimate Inshore Fishing Blast with the MOST RECENT on-the-water updates, weekly trends, hot lures, catches of the week, fish tales, conservation news, and everything else for Inshore Fishing…

Sent to your inbox free 2x per week!

90/10 Newsletter

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