The Spanish mackerel and kingfish bite is on fire right now in Tampa Bay, with action heating up as water temperatures hit that magic 70-degree mark. Schools of bait are stacked along the beaches and channels, and the predators are not far behind. Light tackle kingfish are pushing gear to the limit, and Okuma setups are being tested in the best way possible. Fast runs, screaming drags, and aggressive strikes are making for an unforgettable bite. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to get out there, this is it—conditions are lining up perfectly for consistent action and quality fish.

Fishing has been great inshore with an array of different species which include: redfish, snook, trout, cobia and grouper.