There are numerous types of sea bass that thrive in the ocean, however, black sea bass are some of the most popular sea bass to catch. They can be found inshore during the summer and offshore throughout the winter.
Sea bass inhabit irregular hard-bottom areas, such as wrecks or reefs. They are found from on the east coast from Massachusetts to Cape Canaveral, Florida. They are found inshore and nearshore. Juvenile fish are common in the high-salinity areas of the estuaries during the summer.
Black Sea Bass Fishing in the Apalachicola, Florida Area
There are a number of offshore fishing charters out of Apalachicola, Florida, however, it is a good 40 to 50 mile boat ride out to some of the better bottom fishing structures and 75 to 100 miles out if you’re looking to target the pelagic species. Black Sea Bass are sometimes caught around the offshore structures out here and many anglers will catch them while bottom fishing for other species of fish.
Sea Bass Fishing Tips
Sea bass are easy to catch. Anglers use small baits such as cut bait, shrimp, squid, jigs and soft plastics. Fish near the bottom around reefs, wrecks and jetties and you should be able to find some fish.
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