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Archived report. Published April 4, 2026 and superseded by a newer report.
SaltwaterNew York · Fire Island· April 4, 2026Active bite

Surfcasting Season Kicks Off at Fire Island

Dedicated surf anglers making the trek to Fire Island. Scattered striper catches from the beach with better action expected soon.

CURRENT CONDITIONS
47°F
Water temp · 7-day
Waxing Crescent
Moon phase
Best around tide changes
Tide / flow
Cool, onshore S wind 10-15, 52°F
Weather

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What's biting

Active
Striped Bass
Clam or bunker chunks
Slow
Bluefish
2-3 weeks out

What's next

Patience is the name of the game for surf anglers right now. Fish the deeper cuts on incoming tides. Once bunker schools arrive, the bite will turn on fast.

Context

Fire Island surf produced fish to 40 lbs during last year's April full moon.

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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