Tripletail


Tripletail Fishing in Jupiter, Florida


Tripletail are unique-looking fish that often float near surface structure like buoys, crab trap markers, or weed mats. Around Jupiter, they are a prized catch for anglers who spot them and present bait with precision. Tripletail are great table fare and respond well to live shrimp and sight-casting methods.


Where to Catch Tripletail


Tripletail are commonly caught:

Around floating debris or crab trap buoys

Near channel markers and navigation buoys

Inshore near warm-season structures

By sight-casting on calm days


Best Time to Fish for Tripletail


Season Tripletail Activity
Winter Rare but possible in warm water zones
Spring Sight-fishing improves
Fall Active around floating structure

Peak Season: April through September


Tackle & Tips


Lures: Small jigs or shrimp imitations

Bait: Live shrimp, small baitfish

Leaders: 20–30 lb fluorocarbon

Gear: Light to medium spinning gear