TYPES OF SALTWATER FISHING

When it comes to saltwater fishing, there’s really no shortage of destinations to choose from. You can cast off the sands of your local beach or the planks of a pier, or you can venture out onto the open ocean in a kayak, canoe or boat. As long as you’re in the ocean and using saltwater fishing gear, you’re on the right track. Ultimately, choosing where to fish really comes down to a combination of personal preference, and what fish you want to catch.

When you’re surf fishing, you’ll either be standing on the shoreline or wading into the surf. When you’re first starting out, you may be surprised at the variety of fish you can catch off the shoreline; but aside from deep-sea game fish, you can actually catch most saltwater fish without ever going out onto the ocean. This makes it a great starting location for many beginners, and it’s easy to learn.

Saltwater fishermen will experience some of the best fishing around reefs, hills and shallows when they partake in saltwater bay fishing. Bays are coastal bodies of water that connect to a main body of water. They tend to be large and somewhat enclosed, making them an ideal fishing location to find a variety of saltwater sport fish, baitfish and crustaceans.

Deep-sea fishing is saltwater fishing for the angler looking for a challenge and the adrenaline rush that comes from long, hard fights with big game fish. This type of saltwater fishing isn’t necessarily recommended for the beginner fisherman unless you bring a guide, and is best-suited for the more seasoned angler because you’ll be going out onto the open ocean, far from shore.