Barracuda


The barracuda is a very strong, exciting fish.  Many anglers are often annoyed by the barracuda because it will tear up carefully prepared baits that were made for other types of fish.  The barracuda are long with sharp teeth and they have similar attributes as the freshwater northern pike.  If you enjoy northern pike fishing, you will love fishing for barracuda.


Barracuda Fishing in the Fort Pierce, Florida Area


Barracuda are common around the reefs and wrecks in the nearshore and offshore waters of Fort Pierce, Florida.  There is so much good deep water structure close to shore off of Fort Pierce that anglers have access to lots of good spots to catch some barracuda.  These fish are here year round, but the peak fishing is usually from spring through fall.


Barracuda Fishing Tips


Barracuda can be caught on a variety of live and cut baits.  Lively baits tend to work best because barracuda love the chase.  If you choose to use lures for barracuda, some of the best lures are tube lures, crankbaits, jerkbaits and spoons.

Visit our Barracuda fishing page to learn more.