Since many species of fish inhabit rocky coastal shorelines, rock fishing can prove to be an enjoyable challenge. You can learn how to fish rock jetties and outcroppings using either natural baits or artificial lures.
The key to successfully fishing from rocks is to keep safety top of mind while taking the time to select the right gear and equipment.
Rocky outcroppings that extend out into the ocean from shorelines often hold an abundance of game fish prey, such as crustaceans and baitfish. This can create prime fishing opportunities for anglers who are willing to try one of the more challenging types of fishing. If you already have some fishing experience and plan to visit a coastal area, you may want to try fishing from rocks on the shoreline.
If you're wondering where some of the best places are to try fishing from rocks, look to destinations such as Montauk, New York and Long Beach, California. Montauk is known for having two annual runs of striped bass (in the spring and fall), while the Long Beach area offers some of the top spots for California corbina.
Check out a few other coastal spots that have rocky shorelines and are known for good fishing.
Fishing on or near wet rocks during fluctuating coastal tides means that it is extra important to take safety precautions. While some of these safety tips may also apply to other types of fishing, they are particularly applicable to rocky shoreline fishing spots.
In order to have a successful experience while fishing from rocky spots, you need to have the best rock fishing rod and equipment for the task. Longer rods are preferred for casting distance while preventing you from having to get too close to the water in order to land a fish. While there are other types of equipment you can use, this set up will work well if you are just starting to fish from the rocks.
Once you have the best rod, reel, and fishing line, the next step is to learn which rigs to use. While every angler may have preferences for different rigs, depending on the types of baits or lures they prefer, these are two of the most common.
In addition to these two rigs, keep in mind that you can also try free-lining live baits such as shrimp or baitfish. Learn more abut fishing gear and tackle, fishing lures and bait in our How to fish section.
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