Fair — calm conditions, but a low fish activity forecast. The wind swings around to the southeast today at 3-11 mph, with seas staying flat at 0.6-0.7 ft on both beaches. That makes for easy surf and pier access. Air temps are similar at 72-73°F, with the water at Navarre warming by a degree this morning.
The solunar rating is poor, so fish activity is forecast to be low. Don't expect a banner day, but the morning high tides — 10:29 AM at Pensacola and 11:53 AM at Navarre — are still your best bet to find active fish. Spanish mackerel, bluefish, cobia, and bonita are the main species moving through. Target nearshore cuts, beach troughs, and pier edges.
What's Biting Today
Spanish Mackerel & Bonita
Active at both the Navarre and Pensacola Beach piers. Look for bait schools just off the beach. A fast retrieve with a silver spoon or casting jig is your best bet. The morning tide push is the key window.
Bluefish
Mixed in with the mackerel schools in the same areas. They'll hit the same gear.
Cobia
Possible along the pier lines and nearshore structure. Keep an eye out as you walk the pier — sight-casting opportunities can show up on glassy days like this.
Start an hour before each high tide and fish through the outgoing. The morning windows are 10:29 AM at Pensacola and 11:53 AM at Navarre. With a poor solunar forecast, you'll need to work for bites — pick your window and stay sharp.
Species tags: Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Cobia, Bonita
Pier Report — Navarre
Navarre Beach Fishing Pier is likely to see slow, scattered action. The best chance for a mackerel or bluefish will be on the morning tide leading up to the 11:53 AM high. Fast-moving silver spoons and casting jigs are the go-to lures. For current pier access fees and hours, contact Navarre Beach Marine Park directly.
Pier Report — Pensacola
The Pensacola Beach Pier is also looking at a slow day, with the 10:29 AM high tide being the only window worth targeting. Mackerel, bonita, and bluefish are the main possibilities. Check the pier's website or call ahead for current hours and access fees.
Tides & Conditions — Navarre Beach
| Condition | Reading |
|---|---|
| Beach flag | Yellow — medium hazard, moderate surf or currents |
| Water temperature | 72°F |
| Wind | SE 3-11 mph |
| Wave height | 0.6 ft |
| High tide | 11:53 AM (1.60 ft) |
| Low tide | 11:26 PM (–0.17 ft) |
| Solunar | Poor |
Tides & Conditions — Pensacola Beach
| Condition | Reading |
|---|---|
| Beach flag | Yellow — medium hazard, moderate surf or currents |
| Water temperature | 73°F |
| Wind | SE 3-11 mph |
| Wave height | 0.7 ft |
| High tide | 10:29 AM (1.67 ft) |
| Low tide | 10:04 PM (–0.07 ft) |
| Solunar | Poor |
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 — prime spring weeks fill up fast.