Good — solunar favors fishing today. Light northeast flow (2-9 mph depending on location) and calm seas (1.7-1.8 ft) make for the most fishable day in a week. The solunar rating is good, meaning fish activity should be elevated throughout the day rather than just narrow windows.
High tide windows arrive at 2:10 PM at Navarre and 12:54 PM at Pensacola. Plan to fish those windows, but activity won't collapse entirely at low tide — keep a line wet all day if you've got the time. Pompano is back in the mix today, which is a nice addition to the usual mackerel and bonita action.
What's Biting Today
Spanish Mackerel
Working the beaches and pier ends on both coasts. Fast-retrieved Got-Cha plugs and small spoons are drawing strikes. Early morning and midday around the high tide are best.
Bonita
Mixed in with the mackerel along both pier runs. Same plugs and spoons — just be ready for harder runs when one hits.
Pompano
Target the troughs and cuts, especially around calmer stretches east of the main beach accesses. Sand fleas and small jigs are the play. Navarre's slightly calmer water may offer a small edge today, but both beaches are worth working.
Hardtail
Holding in deeper water just off the sand at both locations. Live hardtails are also productive as bait if you're targeting larger species.
Pensacola: 10:54 AM – 2:54 PM, centered on the 12:54 PM high tide.
Navarre: 12:10 PM – 4:10 PM, centered on the 2:10 PM high tide. With solunar good and seas calm, this is the best fishing window of the week. Just keep an eye on the afternoon rain chance — the bite may shut off if storms move in.
Species tags: Pompano, Spanish Mackerel, Bonita, Hardtail
Pier Report — Navarre
Navarre Beach Fishing Pier should see steady Spanish mackerel and bonita action along the rails. Hardtails are present in the deeper water adjacent to the pier. The 2:10 PM high tide is your prime window — fish the two hours on either side. Surf anglers working the troughs east of the main access have a real shot at pompano today. For current pier hours and access fees, contact Navarre Beach Marine Park directly.
Pier Report — Pensacola
Pensacola Beach Pier is producing Spanish mackerel and bonita throughout the day, with hardtails mixed in. The 12:54 PM high tide window is your best shot for concentrated action. Pompano are also a possibility along the surf if you're not committed to the pier. Contact Pensacola Beach Pier directly for current access information.
Tides & Conditions — Navarre Beach
| Condition | Reading |
|---|---|
| Beach flag | Yellow — medium hazard, moderate surf or currents |
| Water temperature | 74°F |
| Wind | NE 2-9 mph |
| Wave height | 1.7 ft |
| High tide | 2:10 PM (1.48 ft) |
| Low tide | 12:51 AM (–0.11 ft) |
| Solunar | Good — fish activity elevated |
Tides & Conditions — Pensacola Beach
| Condition | Reading |
|---|---|
| Beach flag | Yellow — medium hazard, moderate surf or currents |
| Water temperature | 74°F |
| Wind | NE 3-8 mph |
| Wave height | 1.8 ft |
| High tide | 12:54 PM (1.47 ft) |
| Low tide | — |
| Solunar | Good — fish activity elevated |
Sound side: No inshore report for either area today.
Book a Charter
Half-day and full-day trips run year-round from local marinas in Gulf Breeze and operators along the causeway. Check availability and book ahead for weekends — with conditions improving and solunar favorable, prime spring weeks fill up fast.