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Boynton Beach, located on Florida’s southeast coast, offers anglers access to both the Atlantic Ocean and a network of freshwater canals and lakes. The area is renowned for its proximity to the Gulf Stream, productive reefs, and diverse inshore and offshore fisheries.
Weekly Catches
The catches below cover the last 7 days.
Sailfish
Sailfish are a signature offshore target in Boynton Beach, especially with the Gulf Stream running close to shore. While their peak season is November to March, anglers have reported catches this week using kite fishing techniques with live goggle eyes, as well as trolling near the deep drop-offs just minutes from the inlet. The action is best early in the morning, with several boats reporting hookups before noon.
- Hotspot: Gulf Stream, 15 minutes offshore from Boynton Beach Inlet
- Effective baits: Live goggle eyes (kite fishing), trolled ballyhoo
Swordfish
Swordfish are available year-round, with a notable uptick in catches during the fall. Recent trips have targeted these deepwater giants both at night and during the day, fishing depths of up to 1,500 feet using electric reels and lighted rigs. While specific weights were not reported, local charters have noted several successful outings this week.
- Hotspot: Deep drop-offs offshore from Boynton Beach
- Effective baits: Squid strips, lighted rigs
Mahi Mahi
Mahi Mahi remain active in the offshore waters, with catches reported in the warm currents of the Gulf Stream. These colorful pelagics are being caught on trolled baits and brightly colored lures, especially during midday runs. While most fish are in the 15–30 pound range, a few larger specimens have been noted.
- Hotspot: Gulf Stream edges, offshore from Boynton Beach
- Effective baits: Trolled ballyhoo, bright skirted lures
Snappers & Groupers
Local reefs and wrecks near Boynton Beach have produced steady catches of Mangrove Snapper, Mutton Snapper, and Yellowtail Snapper this week. Groupers, including Black and Gag, are also being caught on bottom rigs. Most snapper are reported in the 3–5 pound range, with groupers up to 15 pounds. Vertical jigging and live bait presentations have been most effective.
- Hotspots: Boynton Beach Inlet reefs, artificial wrecks
- Effective baits: Live pilchards, cut sardines, vertical jigs
King Mackerel & Wahoo
King Mackerel and Wahoo are being caught in nearshore and offshore waters, especially during early morning trolling runs. Kingfish up to 30 pounds have been reported, with Wahoo showing up on deeper lines. Fast-trolled lures and drifted live baits are producing the best results.
- Hotspots: Nearshore drop-offs, Gulf Stream edges
- Effective baits: Fast-trolled lures, live blue runners
Redfish & Black Drum
Inshore catches of Redfish and Black Drum have increased with the onset of fall. Slot and overslot reds are being found in troughs and around structure during early morning and late evening tides. Fresh cut mullet and blue crab chunks are the top baits. Black Drum are mixing in with redfish schools near rock piles and drop-offs.
- Hotspots: Intracoastal Waterway, troughs near Boynton Beach Inlet
- Effective baits: Cut mullet, blue crab, shrimp
Snook & Tarpon
Snook and Tarpon are active around the inlet and piers, especially at dawn and dusk. Anglers have reported success using live mullet and artificial swimbaits. Tarpon are showing acrobatic runs, with several fish over 50 pounds hooked this week.
- Hotspots: Boynton Beach Inlet, fishing piers north and south of the inlet
- Effective baits: Live mullet, swimbaits
Pompano
The first wave of Florida Pompano has arrived, with catches reported in the surf zone on rising tides. These fish are aggressive and respond well to Fishbites (pink shrimp or electric chicken), sand fleas, and fresh shrimp. Most fish are under 3 pounds, but larger “first-run” pompano have been noted.
- Hotspots: Surf zone, deeper cuts and sloughs between sandbars
- Effective baits: Fishbites, sand fleas, fresh shrimp
Whiting & Croaker
Whiting and Croaker provide steady action for surf anglers, especially around the first trough close to shore. Light tackle setups with clam or shrimp-flavored Fishbites are producing consistent bites.
- Hotspots: First trough in the surf zone
- Effective baits: Clam Fishbites, shrimp Fishbites
Jack Crevalle, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish
The ongoing mullet run has brought predators like Jack Crevalle, Spanish Mackerel, and Bluefish into the surf and inlet areas. Casting silver spoons, jerkbaits, and Got-Cha plugs into bait pods has resulted in explosive surface strikes.
- Hotspots: Surf zone, inlet, bait pods near shore
- Effective baits: Silver spoons, jerkbaits, Got-Cha plugs
Freshwater: Peacock Bass, Clown Knife Fish, Largemouth Bass
Boynton Beach’s Osborne-Ida Chain of Lakes and canal systems are producing excellent catches of Peacock Bass, Clown Knife Fish, and Largemouth Bass. Anglers are reporting success with live shiners and artificial jigs in the E-4 Canal and Lake Osborne.
- Hotspots: Lake Osborne, E-4 Canal System
- Effective baits: Live shiners, artificial jigs
Weather & Marine Conditions
Boynton Beach has experienced typical early October conditions with moderate winds and calm seas offshore. Water temperatures are in the optimal range for pompano and other migratory species, and the mullet run continues to drive predator activity inshore and along the beaches. Surf conditions have been generally favorable, with rising tides providing the best bite windows.
Tides & Solunar Activity
Recent tide charts show strong morning and evening tides, which have coincided with peak bite times for redfish, snoo
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