These are my favorite fish. In the Indian River Lagoon your average tarpon is a baby to about 20 pounds, available from June through October. Cobia, tripletail, Spanish mackerel, snook, tarpon, jacks, and more can all be caught in near shore Atlantic waters accessed out of Port Canaveral. This fishing is normally at its best during the fall bait run, from September through October. Reds and trout year round, big black drum during the winter, tarpon, snook, and jacks in the summer.
Waders are a good idea during the winter.
Trophy reds are a possibility anytime. For those who would like to wade fish exclusively, the dike roads surrounding parts of the Indian River Lagoon system offer excellent access. This is an excellent trip for the budget angler who wants to learn where and how to fish this system on his own. Waders are a must during the winter. All rights reserved.