Topsail Island - Pender, NC Fishing Report on 16th Apr, 2025

We've waited all winter, patiently watching the ocean temperatures creep back up into the 60s, and here it is! Our nearshore season has officially begun with the arrival of the Atlantic bonito... one of the tastiest fish you'll ever catch in our nearshore waters. Most folks, including our crew, think these guys compare with tuna for flavor. They're perfect for sashimi, poke, or sushi rolls. They're only here in numbers for a month or so, which means if you want to get into them, now's the time! Fortunately, they're right off the beach and accessible on all of our short trips. They're also cooperative with multiple methods, so we can troll for them or stop and throw jigs when they're on top for some serious, light-tackle action. The other great thing about the arrival of these fish is that it means the others are coming soon. As the water continues to warm past the mid-60s, the Spanish and king mackerel will be showing up close to shore, while our longer, offshore trips will target the big kings and mahi-mahi. We would love to have you aboard! Come catch some fish and make some memories!