Tripletail Fishing in Boca Raton, Florida
Tripletail are odd-looking but delicious fish that float near the surface around buoys, channel markers, and floating debris. In Boca Raton, they’re a bonus for observant anglers who sight-fish for them. They are prized for their flaky meat and put up a tough fight once hooked.
Where to Catch Tripletail
Tripletail are usually found:
Floating near crab trap buoys and markers
Around weed lines and floating debris
Just offshore in calm seas
Along channel edges on sunny days
Best Time to Fish for Tripletail
Season | Tripletail Activity |
---|---|
Spring | Good action on floating debris |
Summer | Consistent offshore in calm seas |
Fall | Fish closer to shore during migration |
Peak Season: May through October
Tackle & Tips
Lures: Scented soft plastics and small jigs
Bait: Live shrimp or small baitfish
Leaders: 20–30 lb fluorocarbon
Gear: Light to medium spinning gear with accurate casting