Today's Best Fishing & Tide Times for
Fort Lauderdale, United States ðŸ‡ºðŸ‡¸

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Planning your next fishing trip in Fort Lauderdale, United States ? Today is a good day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, nearby tide chart, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
  • Use the Tide Clock section to sync bite times with high and low tide chart.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a year-round fishing hotspot, with the Atlantic Gulf Stream just offshore and an intricate network of canals, intracoastal waterways, and nearshore reefs. Anglers come to Fort Lauderdale for reliable sailfish, mahi mahi, tuna, and kingfish action offshore, plus snook, tarpon, peacock bass, and a wide variety of inshore and freshwater species. Whether you’re trolling blue water, working live baits along the jetties, or casting lures in the canal system, Fort Lauderdale fishing offers consistent action for every skill level. read more...

Some of the best fishing spots near Fort Lauderdale include: Fort Lauderdale Beach, Hillsboro Inlet, New River, Dania Cut-Off Canal, West Lake, Middle River, etc. see full list

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Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 13:48 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
  • Nautical Twilight begins:
    Sunrise:
  • Sunset:
    Nautical Twilight ends:
  • Moonrise:
  • Moonset:
  • Moon over:
  • Moon under:
  • Visibility:
    17%
  • Waxing Crescent - 17% illuminated Waxing Crescent
Next Full Moon in ~12 days on 29th June
  • Distance to earth:
    371,759 km
    Proximity:
    79.7 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Fort Lauderdale
New Moon
Sun, 14 Jun
Full Moon
Mon, 29 Jun
New Moon
Tue, 14 Jul
Full Moon
Wed, 29 Jul

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
  • major Time:
    03:26 am - 05:26 am
  • minor Time:
    09:13 am - 11:13 am
  • major Time:
    03:58 pm - 05:58 pm
  • minor Time:
    10:44 pm - 12:44 am
All times are displayed in the America/New_York timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -4 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). Blue areas indicate high and low tides. The center shows the current moon phase which is a Waxing Crescent at 17% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a good day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -3 hour and -45 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/New_York • Thu, 18 Jun 00:40 • 26.122, -80.143

Tides Times for Fishing: Thu, 18 Jun

The Tideclock displays the tide status and the hours until the next tide. Currently the tide is falling and the next low tide is in 4 hours and 49 minutes.
Tide Graph
05:30 am 11:39 am 05:52 pm AM PM 2.79 ft -0.52 ft height hour: 12 2 4 6 8 10 12 2 4 6 8 10 12
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Tide Time Height
low 05:30 am -0.2 ft
high 11:39 am 2.79 ft
low 05:52 pm -0.52 ft
Tide Coefficient at 11:39 am is 138
For fishing, stronger tides are often favourable as they cause stronger currents and more motion on the sea bed. The above tidal coefficients give us an indication of how strong the tides are compared to their average. A value over 90 indicates very strong tides, known as spring tides. A low value indicates weak tides, known as neap tides. The tidal coefficient can range from 20 to 120 with a mean value of 70. A higher number usually indicates better fishing.
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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
Date Major Bite Times Minor Bite Times Sun Moon Moonphase Tide Times
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Waxing Crescent
low: , -0.16 ft
high: , 2.85 ft , Coeff: 143
low: , -0.75 ft
high: , 3.02 ft , Coeff: 156
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S: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
low: , -0.2 ft
high: , 2.79 ft , Coeff: 138
low: , -0.52 ft
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S: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
high: , 2.92 ft , Coeff: 148
low: , -0.16 ft
high: , 2.69 ft , Coeff: 130
low: , -0.23 ft
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S: 		First Quarter Moon moon phase
First Quarter Moon
high: , 2.76 ft , Coeff: 135
low: , -0.13 ft
high: , 2.59 ft , Coeff: 123
low: , 0.03 ft
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First Quarter Moon
high: , 2.62 ft , Coeff: 125
low: , -0.1 ft
high: , 2.49 ft , Coeff: 115
low: , 0.26 ft
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S: 		First Quarter Moon moon phase
First Quarter Moon
high: , 2.46 ft , Coeff: 112
low: , -0.03 ft
high: , 2.43 ft , Coeff: 110
low: , 0.43 ft
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S: 		First Quarter Moon moon phase
First Quarter Moon
high: , 2.33 ft , Coeff: 102
low: , -0.03 ft
high: , 2.36 ft , Coeff: 105
low: , 0.56 ft
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S: 		Waxing Gibbous moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
high: , 2.23 ft , Coeff: 94
low: , -0 ft
high: , 2.36 ft , Coeff: 105
low: , 0.62 ft
*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale fishing is defined by quick access to deep water, a dense canal system, and consistent subtropical weather. Just a few miles off the beach, the bottom drops sharply into the Gulf Stream, putting pelagic species within reach of half-day trips. Inshore, the Intracoastal Waterway, Port Everglades inlet, and residential canals hold snook, tarpon, jacks, and a surprising freshwater mix dominated by peacock bass.

Seasonally, winter into early spring is prime time for sailfish, king mackerel, and Spanish mackerel. Look for strong north current and blue-green edges in 100–250 feet and drift or slow-troll live pilchards, goggle-eyes, or sardines under kites or flat lines. Light wire or long-shank hooks help with toothy kings. Spring and summer bring mahi mahi, blackfin tuna, and wahoo, especially around weedlines, color changes, birds, and floating debris in 200–800 feet. Troll small lures, feathers, and rigged ballyhoo at varying distances to locate scattered fish.

Reefs and wrecks off Fort Lauderdale in 60–250 feet produce snapper, grouper, amberjack, cobia, and barracuda year-round. Anchor or power-drift over structure and fish vertical jigs, live pinfish, pilchards, or ballyhoo on bottom rigs. Use enough lead to hold bottom in the current, and keep leaders abrasion-resistant for hard structure and grouper. For yellowtail and mangrove snapper, establish a steady chum slick and free-line small pieces of cut bait or shrimp on light fluorocarbon leaders to match the drift.

Inshore, the Port Everglades jetties, bridges, and seawalls are classic snook and tarpon haunts, especially at night around strong tidal flow. Work live mullet, pilchards, or shrimp along shadow lines, or cast soft plastics and small swimbaits upcurrent and let them sweep naturally past ambush points. Around the beaches and inlet, expect seasonal runs of pompano, bluefish, Spanish mackerel, and jacks; small metal spoons, jigs, and sand flea imitations cover water quickly and draw reaction strikes.

Fort Lauderdale’s canal network and connected lakes support an excellent urban freshwater fishery. Peacock bass are most active in warmer months; sight-fish along seawalls, culverts, and shallow flats with small live shiners, jerkbaits, or topwater plugs. Largemouth bass often hold slightly deeper around drop-offs, bridge pilings, and submerged structure. Mayan cichlid, oscars, and other exotics readily hit small jigs and beetle-spin style lures, making them ideal for steady action.

To fish efficiently, match tackle to technique: 20–30 lb class spinning or conventional outfits handle most reef and light offshore work, while 12–20 lb spinning gear is ideal inshore. Fluorocarbon leaders in the 20–40 lb range are a good starting point, increasing strength around heavy structure or toothy species. Pay close attention to current, water color, and bait presence; in Fort Lauderdale, subtle shifts in tide or Gulf Stream position often dictate where the bite turns on.

The Best Fishing Spots around Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale Beach

The city’s signature beachfront provides surf anglers with access to pompano, whiting, croaker, bluefish, jacks, and seasonal Spanish mackerel; during the fall mullet run predators cruise tight to the sand, and sand fleas, shrimp, or jigs work along outer sandbars from Sunrise to Las Olas. It’s a convenient option near hotels and the promenade.

Hillsboro Inlet

A productive inlet at Lighthouse Point where ocean and Intracoastal waters collide, attracting snook, tarpon, jacks, Spanish mackerel, bluefish, and mangrove snapper; strong tides sweep bait through the cut, and boats heading just offshore find sails, kings, and mahi on nearby reefs. Jetty and nearby park access make it popular for land‑based anglers from Boca Raton to Fort Lauderdale.

New River

Flowing through downtown Fort Lauderdale, the New River mixes salt and fresh, holding tarpon, snook, jack crevalle, mangrove snapper, and seasonal mullet schools; bridges, bends, and dock lines concentrate fish, while upstream stretches can produce largemouth bass and exotic cichlids. Night fishing around lighted structure is especially effective.

Dania Cut-Off Canal

A well‑known urban canal linking the New River and the Intracoastal near Dania Beach, it offers snook, tarpon, jack crevalle, mangrove snapper, and in brackish/fresh reaches largemouth and peacock bass; deep holes, bends, and spillways fish best on moving water with live baits or swimbaits.

West Lake

Within West Lake Park in Hollywood, this expansive mangrove lagoon system produces snook, juvenile tarpon, jack crevalle, and mangrove snapper; kayak and small‑boat anglers target tidal creeks and mangrove edges, with topwater plugs and soft plastics shining at dawn and dusk year‑round.

Middle River

Looping through Wilton Manors and Fort Lauderdale, the Middle River’s seawalls, docks, and mangrove pockets hold snook, tarpon, jacks, and in fresher reaches peacock and largemouth bass; moving tides concentrate bait at bridge pinch points, and small swimbaits or live pilchards excel around lighted structure at night.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Fort Lauderdale area

Beaches and Bays are ideal places for land-based fishing. If the beach is shallow and the water is clear then twilight times are usually the best times, especially when they coincide with a major or minor fishing time. Often the points on either side of a beach are the best spots. Or if the beach is large then look for irregularities in the breaking waves, indicating sandbanks and holes. We found 3 beaches and bays in this area.

Coral Bay - 3.92325175048km , Sunrise Bay - 4.1023590509km , Fort Lauderdale Beach - 4.61058024497km

Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 22 main harbours in this area.

Broward County Marina - 0.51168815614km, Riverfront Marina - 0.54524847251km, City of Fort Lauderdale Downtown Marina - 0.56962931589km, City of Fort Lauderdale Cooleys Landing Marina - 0.89364324158km, Lauderdale Yacht Club Marina - 2.46623727737km, Marina del Mar - 2.73048879592km, Lauderdale Marina - 3.05864685304km, Everglades Marina - 3.22044743092km, River Bend Marina - 3.24271535654km, Pier 66 Marina - 3.46014622274km, City of Fort Lauderdale Las Olas Marina - 3.51488860962km, Bahia Mar Marina - 3.71423275334km, Port Everglades - 4.2493093102km, Port Everglades Channel - 4.76793549422km, Yacht Haven Park Marina - 4.78755810857km, Hollywood Harbor - 5.32769650033km, New River Marina - 5.4830178127km, Billfish Marina - 5.51871248017km, Roscioli Yachting Center Marina - 5.5356477263km, Lauderdale Small Boat Club Marina - 6.24847265261km, Thunderboat Marina - 6.67434038311km, Playboy Marine Center - 6.81016006766km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Fort Lauderdale. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

Broward County Marina - 0.51168815614km , Riverfront Marina - 0.54524847251km , City of Fort Lauderdale Downtown Marina - 0.56962931589km , City of Fort Lauderdale Cooleys Landing Marina - 0.89364324158km , South Fork New River - 1.24015495517km , North Fork New River - 1.24015495517km , Tarpon River - 1.62320493075km , Cliff Lake - 2.236133409km , Lauderdale Yacht Club Marina - 2.46623727737km , Marina del Mar - 2.73048879592km , Lauderdale Marina - 3.05864685304km , Everglades Marina - 3.22044743092km , River Bend Marina - 3.24271535654km , New River - 3.357724489km , Pier 66 Marina - 3.46014622274km , Middle River - 3.48121173666km , City of Fort Lauderdale Las Olas Marina - 3.51488860962km , Lake Melva - 3.57746995029km , Bahia Mar Marina - 3.71423275334km , Coral Bay - 3.92325175048km , Osceola Creek - 4.06740897713km , Sunrise Bay - 4.1023590509km , Seminole Lake - 4.14106392368km , Port Everglades - 4.2493093102km , Mayan Lake - 4.25362829323km , Fort Lauderdale Beach - 4.61058024497km , North Fork Middle River - 4.68007500287km , South Fork Middle River - 4.68007500287km , Port Everglades Channel - 4.76793549422km , Yacht Haven Park Marina - 4.78755810857km , Rock Pit Lake - 4.80261354766km , Hollywood Harbor - 5.32769650033km , New River Marina - 5.4830178127km , Billfish Marina - 5.51871248017km , Roscioli Yachting Center Marina - 5.5356477263km , Lauderdale Small Boat Club Marina - 6.24847265261km , Thunderboat Marina - 6.67434038311km , East Coral Lake - 6.68768402277km , South Lake - 6.75665458004km , Playboy Marine Center - 6.81016006766km

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