[74277]

My most productive flounder lure has been white jerk shads on a red 1/4oz jig head. Gulp worked well but so does Zman. A white body with chartuse curly tail on jig heads seem to produce well too.
I Did catch one on a MR27 mirrorlure once. He was up close to grass line in about 2’. That was definitely a surprise.
Something really cool happened just the other day. I seen one ambush and eat a fish while I was snorkeling for scallops. Talk about something neat to see.

 

[StSpartina]

Staying in St Simons fishing anywhere from xmas creek north to Hampton River, at least thats what ive done so far.

Cool! I'll hit you direct with a couple other good spots near you.

 

[Neurotic]

The other issue is the reds and flounder here are gorging on fiddler crabs now, so the reds totally ignored the paddletail and DESTROYED the shrimp imitations on my last outing. The flounder were a little more enthusiastic but still wanted the shrimp/crab stuff more.

 

[BiggCP]

If you are fishing 5ft or more try a drop shot rig with about a 1/2 to 1 oz weight, depending on depth and current, and the hook about 8-12 inches above the weight. And thread on a 4 inch gulp swimming mullet. Use this rig with a steady twitching retrieve, make sure you keep contact with the bottom. Sounds unorthodox but if a flounder is near they will bite. Best flounder rig hands down.

 

[ohg123]

If you are fishing 5ft or more try a drop shot rig with about a 1/2 to 1 oz weight, depending on depth and current, and the hook about 8-12 inches above the weight. And thread on a 4 inch gulp swimming mullet. Use this rig with a steady twitching retrieve, make sure you keep contact with the bottom. Sounds unorthodox but if a flounder is near they will bite. Best flounder rig hands down.

2 questions

1 - What style of weight do you like? This is muddy bottom seems like a dropshot will just mud it up or spook them. But you are not the first person to recommend this. Ill definitely try it.

2 - am i jigging in place for a bit then moving it / repeat or hopping along just like I would a jig?

 

[BiggCP]

Sometimes I'll even use a bucktail jig instead of a weight. But mostly, I like to use a teardrop weight given there's a lot of debris. It doesn't matter because 9/10 they always hit the top hook. I've only seen to catch reds with the bucktail.

I fish around Fernandina/Jax area so I deal with similar conditions as you are up in St. Simons.

I recommend checking out John Skinner's videos on this rig. He has some great underwater footage too.

 

[Pope]

When flounder are along rip rap or bulkheads with rock or oysters, I get a foot of wire and crimp a square bill crankbait to it. I use it to fish just beneath the water and crank it over and around the rocks. It is stupid deadly. A buddy suggested it and man does it work in places you’d typically get hung. Slow roll that bad boy and get ready.

 

[mro]

When Becky would fish with me when not using bait I put this kind of rig on her rod.
About 20" to the jig head, 8/10" to the fly.
Works for more than just flounder and sometimes she'd catch two at a time.

 

[BrownDog]

Tell me about how and when to use the chatterbait for flounder? maybe troll it?!?

slow roll it along the bottom.very productive

 

[30284]

All good advice so far. I catch them all the time using typical redfish lures. Spinner baits, paddle tails, flukes, and even on the fly. If you want to target them, the key is to think like a flounder. They love to hunker down in areas that bait will come to them. Current rips, points, and creek mouths are the key. Anytime you see a bait ball explode(not dart) you can safely assume that a flounder was under them.

 

[windblows]

In NE FLorida, we have our share of flounder for sure. I've spent a LOT of time targeting them on lures, and have found that they are not too picky. If they are in the mood, they'll chase down a bait like a red. I also have found that you don't need to be constantly hopping it off the bottom either - rather a bait that you can run at a moderate speed just off the bottom works very well. That's why I like a paddletail or swimbait on a weighted hook - can vary the weight size for the water depth. A spinner bait works well but I prefer a standard spinner vs. an inline. With those setups, I target flounder in 2-5 foot depths. If I want to fish 6-10 feet, I'll move to a bait on a 1/4 oz. or larger jig head or a spinnerbait with a larger jig head.

Lots of good info shared on this post for sure.

 

[Rookiemistake]

depends on depth to me. we fish for them in 3-15 feet with 1/4 jig head zoom jerkshads, zmans work well in shallow minimal current situations but are more buoyant so hard to keep them down in deeper spots. in some shallow spots we throw spinnerbaits with 1/4-3/8 jig heads and i like twin curly tails (scampi style) like the pic below ,colors depend on water clarity I guess. they also get stuck a lot less than you would think. I love fishing for flounders around docks and rocks. we have gotten quite a few limits lately when not not fly fishing. Its a nice plan b.

 

[farhanamuneer567]

Of course, I'd be happy to help with your question about flounder fishing and lures!

Flounder fishing can be a rewarding experience, and using the right lures can greatly improve your chances of success. Flounder are bottom-dwelling fish that often lie in wait for prey, so lures that mimic small fish or prey items near the bottom can be effective. Here are a few types of lures commonly used for flounder fishing:

Jigs: Jigs are a popular choice for flounder fishing. They consist of a weighted head and a soft plastic body that imitates a baitfish or shrimp. Jigs can be bounced along the bottom to mimic natural movement, which can attract flounder's attention.

Gulp! Baits: Gulp! baits are scented soft plastic baits that can be very enticing to flounder. They come in various shapes and colors, often imitating shrimp or other prey. The scent and movement can attract flounder, even in murky water.

Spoons: Spoons are metal lures that wobble and flash as they are retrieved. They can mimic small fish and catch the attention of flounder. Casting and retrieving spoons near the bottom can be effective.

Fluke Rigs: Fluke rigs are rigs with multiple hooks and a sinker designed for flounder fishing. They often have colorful beads and attractors to draw the flounder's attention. They can be baited with natural bait like squid, minnows, or strips of fish.

Swimbaits: Soft plastic swimbaits that imitate small fish are also good options. Their realistic swimming action can attract flounder, especially when retrieved slowly along the bottom.

When selecting lures for flounder fishing, consider factors such as water clarity, current, and the type of bottom structure where you'll be fishing. It's a good idea to have a variety of lures in your tackle box to adapt to different conditions.

Remember that flounder can be found in different depths and types of habitats, so it's important to adjust your technique and fishing lures Dubai choice accordingly. As with any type of fishing, it's a good idea to research local fishing reports, talk to experienced anglers, and experiment to find what works best in your specific fishing area.

Lastly, make sure to check local fishing regulations and size limits before you head out to fish for flounder. Good luck and tight lines!