Snook

New Smyrna Beach is a renowned Snook fishing destination, offering anglers diverse opportunities to target these ambush predators in the Indian River Lagoon and surrounding inlets. The warmer months, particularly spring and fall, are typically the most productive. Snook are drawn to structure, so focus your efforts around docks, bridges, mangrove shorelines, and oyster bars. Live shrimp or small baitfish are irresistible, but artificial lures like swimbaits and jerkbaits can also be effective. A local tip: fish around the bridges at night, especially during outgoing tides, when Snook often congregate to feed on baitfish swept out by the current. Be mindful of the slot size regulations and handle Snook with care during catch and release. The Mosquito Lagoon, north of New Smyrna, also holds good numbers of Snook, particularly around the spoil islands. Remember to check the local tide charts and plan your trips accordingly.