Fish early in the morning or late in the day to avoid crowded waterways

With summer now in full swing, high temperatures and crowded waterways can make fishing a bit challenging. However, there is a good way to avoid both. Go fishing early in the morning or late in the evening. If you go in the evening, make sure to double check the weather radar (because lightning is not your friend).

Last week, Julian Levin joined me for a late afternoon fishing trip. Our plan was to fish top water lures during last half of the falling tide. While the sun was already low on the horizon, it was still pretty hot when we launched the skiff. The surface water temperature was 86 degrees. Given these conditions, we focused our efforts on shallow areas that were directly adjacent to deeper water.

I was casting (my favorite) Lucky Craft Sammy 100 and Julian was using a smaller profile Rebel Popper. The Trout had a definitive preference for the Rebel Popper. Undeterred, I continued casting my Lucky Craft. Here is a Pro Tip. When the other guy is catching way more fish than you, switch to the lure he are using! I failed to take my own advice. Subsequently, Julian had a great evening of top water fishing. Me, well I enjoyed his company.

You can beat the heat and the crowds by fishing early or late in the day. When Julian and I fished together, we only saw a few boats and the temperature was much more comfortable. During the summer, low light periods (dawn and dusk) are the primary feeding times for Trout and Redfish. So plan accordingly then get out and enjoy a Lowcountry sunrise or sunset.

Contact Captain Greg Peralta at captgregp@gmail.com or call (843) 224-0099.