Best bait and lures for king mackerel
Preferred bait
Kings feed on small fish and squid and take both natural and artificial baits. Live baits include pogies, herring, spanish sardine, ballyhoo & and mullet.
Preferred lures
Kings feed on small fish and squid and take both natural and artificial baits. Lures should be flashy sub-surface lures or large fish-like plugs.
Techniques
Kings feed on small fish and squid and take both natural and artificial baits. Live baits include pogies, herring, spanish sardine, ballyhoo, and mullet. Lures should be flashy sub-surface lures or large fish-like plugs. Use 20-pound line and tackle, or heavier for larger kings & with a wire or mono leader.
Sources
- Myfwc.com (3 pages)
- Catchafloridamemory.com
- Floridasportsman.com (2 pages)
Fish guide
Information comes from the supplied source datasets. Check linked FWC regulations for current rules.