Snook are found in
the waters of Florida
and in some
sections of the Gulf
Coast. It is a very
popular inshore fish. Fishing for snook is similar to
freshwater largemouth bass fishing. Snook hang out in
shallow water, they will strike a variety of lures and they
will come up and attack a lure on the surface.
Catching Snook
Most fishermen prefer using lures for snook and they
cover a lot of water. You can catch snook from boats,
jetties, piers, bridges and the beach. Topwater baits are
a favorite of most fishermen. An erratic retrieve usually
works best because this mimics a wounded bait fish.
Snook will strike the lure and follow up with at least a
couple of jumps out of the water. Fly fishermen also
enjoy fishing for snook. Most streamer flies, sliders and
poppers will work. When fishing with lures for snook,
most anglers prefer to sight fish for them. Once you see
a fish, you must present the lure in front of the face
without spooking them. A cast right on top of them can
spook them, but at times it will cause a violent strike. To
ensure more strikes, make sure to cast just in front of
them and work the bait back to the fish.
Natural baits will also work for snook. Pinfish, shrimp,
mullet and squirrel fish are the most popular baits. 10 to
15 pound test is usually good enough for catching
snook. Many fishermen tie on a 3 to 4 foot leader of
fluorocarbon line. Snook are exciting to catch and they
taste great.
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