Atlantic Ocean, Maine Fishing Report - Daily
Promising Fishing Scene off Maine's Coast - Tides, Weather, and Hot Spots for Anglers
As of October 9, 2024, the fishing scene in the Atlantic Ocean off Maine is looking promising, despite some challenges.
### Tidal and Weather Conditions
Today, the high tide is at 9:17 AM and the low tide at 3:23 PM, providing a good mix for both surf and boat fishing. The weather is expected to be fine with sunny skies and mild air temperatures, making it a perfect day for anglers.
### Sunrise and Sunset
Sunrise is at 6:43 AM, and sunset will be at 5:46 PM, giving you ample daylight to hit the waters.
### Fish Activity
Yesterday's fishing was very good, especially for groundfish. Pollock were abundant and of better sizes than usual. Legal landings included a significant number of pollock, along with seven cod, eleven haddock, five redfish, four cusk, twelve whiting, and over forty mackerel. Blue sharks and dogfish were still present but less troublesome than in previous days.
### Best Lures and Bait
For groundfish, jigs and cod flies were the most effective. If you're targeting stripers and bluefish, trolling plugs, tube-and-worm rigs, or using mackerel as bait have been producing excellent results. Mackerel are omnipresent from the 2KR Can to the Isles of Shoals and into Maine, making them ideal for live-lining or trolling.
### Hot Spots
- Jeffreys Ledge: This area is still holding a good number of haddock, pollock, and cod. Be prepared to move around to find the larger versions of these fish.
- York and Higgins Beach: These spots have been hot for bluefish and stripers. Look for transition zones and rock piles where these fish can ambush prey. Using loud topwater lures to locate schools and then switching to soft plastics has been effective.
Overall, the conditions are favorable, and with the right gear and knowledge of the hot spots, you should have a successful day on the water. Just keep an eye out for those blue sharks and dogfish.
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- 09 Oct 2024
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