Snook


Snook Fishing in the Palm Beaches, Florida


Snook are one of the most sought-after game fish in the Palm Beaches area. Found around bridges, inlets, and mangrove shorelines, these ambush predators strike hard and fight dirty. The Lake Worth Lagoon and surrounding waterways are top spots to target them year-round.


Where to Catch Snook


Snook are commonly caught:

Around bridges, seawalls, and docks

Near inlets and jetty rocks

In mangrove-lined channels and flats

At night under lighted docks


Best Time to Fish for Snook


Season Snook Activity
Spring Pre-spawn action heats up
Summer Excellent around inlets and beaches
Fall Inshore bite improves as they return

Peak Season: May through September


Tackle & Tips


Lures: Jerkbaits, swimbaits, topwaters

Bait: Live pilchards, shrimp, mullet

Leaders: 30–50 lb fluorocarbon

Gear: Medium-heavy spinning tackle