Fishing Reports

Summer Fishing Report 2018

The dog days of summer have arrived, and the fishing is outstanding. You may find mornings and evenings are your best bet, as the afternoon heat can affect both fish and fishermen.   Bait is finally showing, with decent schools … Continue reading

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NOVEMBER FISHING REPORT 2017

  NOVEMBER FISHING REPORT 2017: We’ve had the first few cold fronts come through, and Fall patterns are in full effect. Flounder are showing up, black drum have been biting well, and snook are still hanging around. While there is … Continue reading

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September Fishing Report 2017

SEPTEMBER FISHING REPORT: Over the last couple months, snapper have been the main target at Merry Pier. With a little luck, a little patience, and plenty of live shrimp, it was easy for most anglers to catch their five fish … Continue reading

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Summer Fishing Report 2017

Summer is here! The days are hot, and the fish are biting. Every year, swarms of tasty mangrove snapper converge on Merry Pier, and they are easy to catch (even for kids and beginner fisherman). A size 1 hook, a … Continue reading

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March Fishing Report 2017

March Fishing Report:   March is a transitional month. Some days are warm and sunny, others grey, windy and (for Pass-A-Grille) cold. This state of flux results in uneven fishing. Some days are spectacular, others are slow. Bait schools are … Continue reading

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January Fishing Report 2017

January 2017 Fishing Report    This time of year, it’s all about the weather. When a cold front blows through, expect strong north winds, cold temperatures, occasional rain and slower fishing. But the time between fronts can offer some spectacular … Continue reading

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Fall 2016 Fishing Report

Fall 2016 Fishing Report – Merry Pier   Fishing has been amazing! October, November and December witnessed some of the best fishing of the year. Some of the highlight species include:   Flounder. The Fall flounder run started early. Top … Continue reading

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September Merry Pier Fishing Report

September is always a spectacular fishing month at Merry Pier in Pass-A-Grille, and this year proved no exception. Huge schools of bait fish continue to hang around the Pier, drawing in a variety of predators large and small.   The … Continue reading

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August Fishing Report

August was an outstanding month at Merry Pier – EVERYTHING was biting. A few highlights: -Snook season opened 91/1/16, and there are plenty around. Finding a slot sized keeper is the key, as most of the snook tend to be … Continue reading

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July 2016 Fishing Report

July 2016 Fishing Report – Merry Pier The weather has been hot, but the fishing has been even hotter. July was a great month at Merry Pier. Let’s take a look at some of the highlights: -Mangrove Snapper Without a … Continue reading

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