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Archived report. Published April 5, 2026 and superseded by a newer report.
SaltwaterNorth Carolina · Gulf Stream· April 5, 2026Hot bite

Offshore Blue Water Season Opens Strong

Charter fleet reporting good catches of yellowfin tuna and mahi on the Gulf Stream edge. Water pushing within 35 miles of the inlet.

CURRENT CONDITIONS
74°F
Water temp · 7-day
Full Moon
Moon phase
N/A — offshore
Tide / flow
Calm seas 1-2 ft, light winds, perfect offshore day
Weather

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What's biting

Hot
Yellowfin Tuna
Trolled skirted ballyhoo
Active
Mahi Mahi
Trolling around weed lines
Active
Wahoo
High-speed trolling

What's next

Gulf Stream is close and the conditions are ideal. Tuna pods feeding on the temperature breaks. Look for weed lines and floating debris for mahi. This window of calm weather won't last — get offshore while you can.

Context

Last April saw yellowfin tuna to 80 lbs taken just 30 miles offshore of Oregon Inlet.

Synthesized from real-time NOAA buoy data, USGS stream gauges, and current reports across regional fishing blogs, captain updates, and angler forums. Check local regulations before keeping fish. Never trust a single source for a trip decision.

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