Cobia Migration Running Strong Off Destin
Cobia are following rays along the beaches in good numbers. Sight-casting from boats and the Destin jetties both producing.
Current Conditions
- Water temp
- 72°F
- Moon
- First Quarter
- Tide / flow
- Incoming tide best for jetty fishing
- Weather
- Partly cloudy, S winds 5-10 mph, seas 1-2 ft
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What's Biting
Cobia
Live eels sight-cast to rays
King Mackerel
Slow trolling live baits
Red Snapper
Cut bait on bottom
What's Next
Peak cobia migration window. Run the beaches looking for rays and shadows. Jetty anglers should have live eels ready. Kings pushing closer to shore as bait moves in.
Context
Last year's cobia run was below average due to late-season cold fronts pushing through the Gulf.
This report is synthesized by Hooked Fisherman from real-time NOAA buoy data, USGS stream gauges, and current reports across regional fishing blogs, captain updates, and angler forums. Source names are cited inline where they appear. Check local regulations before keeping fish. Never trust a single source for a trip decision.