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This report reflects conditions from June 2013. For current seasons, Hill Tide timing, and charter availability, visit our Boca Grande tarpon fishing page.
The first few days of June started with a bang, with multiple high-hookup days early in the month. I jumped a whopping 17 on the 1st and 16 on the 3rd. For those of you who don’t know much about Tarpon Fishing, that’s really good! Since then we have had a tropical storm brewing in the gulf and bringing tons of wind and rain with it, basically putting a stop to tarpon fishing for the time being but Don’t worry! They will be back in full swing in a few days as the storm passes and I expect the fishing to continue to be outstanding.
June 2013 Tarpon Conditions Around Boca Grande
I have to honestly say that the 2013 Boca Grande tarpon fishing season has been phenomenal so far. Thousands of fish have migrated to the area and I am seeing good numbers of fish in places that I have not seen very many for a couple of years. I have been catching fish in Charlotte Harbor, Pine Island sound, the beaches from Fort Myers to almost Venice and Boca Grande pass. That’s a lot of area and a lot of fish. It makes fishing really nice because that spreads out the anglers and gives me the opportunity to fish different techniques and avoid crowds.
During June 2013, tarpon were widely distributed across Boca Grande Pass, nearby beaches, and surrounding waters. While daily numbers varied compared to the early-June peak, fish remained abundant throughout the area and continued to provide strong opportunities as the month progressed into summer.
This type of early-summer tarpon behavior is what anglers look for each season in Boca Grande. For current trip timing and options, see our Boca Grande tarpon fishing charters page.
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Other Inshore Species – June 2013
Snook
Snook fishing remained very strong during this period, especially on the days when tarpon weren’t the primary focus. Many outings produced high numbers of fish, with most snook averaging 22–26 inches and several fish pushing well past the 30-inch mark, including a few topping 40 inches and weighing as much as 25 pounds. Large groups of snook gathered and began migrating toward the passes and beaches, setting the stage for excellent fishing as June progressed. Scaled sardines, pinfish, and grunts were the most reliable baits, though artificial lures and flies also accounted for plenty of action. At the time, the 2013 snook season remained closed, and many anglers hoped it would stay that way to allow these incredible fish to continue flourishing.
Redfish
Redfish action continued to be very good, even as schools began to break up and spread out, particularly during higher tides. Many fish pushed tight to mangrove shorelines, leading to some intense battles when hooked reds tried to break anglers off in the trees. Days with steady action were common, with most redfish averaging 5–7 pounds and several larger fish mixed in over the 10-pound mark. Live sardines (whitebait), pinfish, and cut ladyfish all produced consistent results throughout this period.
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