New Smyrna Beach 6 Hour Night Fishing
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
Six-hour night fishing trip targeting snook and cobia offshoreFully equipped charter includes bait, tackle, and fishing licensesAccommodates up to four guests with experienced local captain
There's something magical about fishing under the stars, and this 6-hour night charter takes you up to 30 miles offshore from New Smyrna Beach to experience it firsthand. Captain and crew at Reef Wrecker Fishing Charters know these waters like the back of their hand, and they'll put you on the fish when the sun goes down and the real action begins. You'll be targeting snook, snapper, cobia, and other species that come alive after dark, making this a top-rated choice for anglers looking to escape the daytime heat and crowds. Everything's included – bait, tackle, rods, reels, and fishing licenses – so you can focus on what matters most: hooking up with some serious fish.
Night fishing offshore is a completely different game than your typical dawn patrol trips. The cooler temperatures make it comfortable to fish for hours, and many species become more active as the water temperature drops and baitfish move closer to the surface. Your captain will position the boat over productive bottom structure and ledges where fish congregate to feed under cover of darkness. The trip accommodates up to 4 anglers in the base price, with room for 6 total if you want to bring extra buddies for $50 each. You'll be fishing in 60-120 feet of water depending on conditions and where the fish are biting best. The boat comes equipped with quality Penn and Shimano gear, circle hooks for better fish survival, and a variety of live and cut baits. Your captain will adjust techniques throughout the night based on what's working, whether that's bottom fishing with heavy sinkers or drifting baits in the current.
Night fishing requires a different approach than daytime angling, and your captain knows all the tricks to put fish in the boat after dark. You'll primarily be bottom fishing with 6-8 ounce sinkers to keep baits down in the current, using circle hooks rigged with fresh cut bait like sardines, squid, and cigar minnows. LED lights illuminate the deck and fishing areas without spooking the fish below. The crew will set up multiple rods per angler, allowing you to cover different depths and bait presentations simultaneously. When cobia or other pelagic species move through, you might switch to live bait on lighter tackle, letting baits swim freely near the surface. The boat's fish finder and GPS help locate structure and mark productive spots, while underwater lights can attract baitfish and the predators that follow them. Your captain will coach you through proper fighting techniques, especially important at night when you can't see the fish until it's boat-side.
King Mackerel are absolute rockets when they hit, especially at night when they're actively hunting baitfish near the surface. These chrome-sided speedsters typically range from 15-30 pounds in these waters, with larger fish possible during peak season from spring through fall. They'll absolutely crush live baits like blue runners or sardines, and the fight is pure adrenaline – long runs, jumps, and blistering speed that tests your drag system. Night fishing gives you a better shot at the bigger kings since they're less boat-shy in the darkness.
Mahi Mahi or Common Dolphinfish are pure gold when you find them, literally and figuratively. These brilliant yellow-green fish average 10-25 pounds and are known for their acrobatic fights and excellent table fare. They're often found around floating debris or weed lines, and once you hook one, there are usually more in the school. Mahi are most active from late spring through early fall, and night fishing can be productive when they're feeding on flying fish and other surface baits.
Great Barracuda are the wolves of the reef, and hooking one at night adds an extra element of surprise since you can't see them coming. These toothy predators can reach 20-40 pounds and are known for explosive strikes and powerful runs. They're year-round residents but most active during warmer months. Barracuda will hit both live and cut baits, and their razor-sharp teeth make for exciting battles. Just be ready for that distinctive head-shaking fight when you get one to the boat.
Cobia are one of the most sought-after species on these night trips, and for good reason. These brown sharks (as locals call them) can weigh anywhere from 20-50+ pounds and are incredibly strong fighters. They're curious fish that often approach the boat, especially at night when deck lights create shadows in the water. Cobia are most abundant from March through October, and they're excellent eating with firm, white meat. When one shows up, get ready for a bulldogging fight that will test your arms and your drag.
Gag Grouper are the bread and butter of offshore bottom fishing, and night fishing can be especially productive for these reef dwellers. These fish typically run 5-25 pounds and are known for their hard initial pull toward the bottom when hooked. They're structure-oriented fish that live around ledges, rocks, and artificial reefs, making them predictable targets for experienced captains. Gag grouper are most active from fall through spring, and they're considered some of the best eating fish in the ocean with sweet, flaky white meat.
This 6-hour night fishing adventure offers something you can't get on typical daytime charters – cooler weather, active fish, and the unique experience of fishing under the stars. Reef Wrecker Fishing Charters has built a reputation for putting anglers on fish, and their local knowledge of New Smyrna Beach waters is second to none. With everything included in the price and space for up to 6 anglers, it's perfect for groups looking to try something different or experienced fishermen who know night fishing can produce some of the best catches of the year. Remember that deposits are non
Hit the offshore waters after sunset aboard this well-equipped 25' Ken Craft center console that's built to handle both inshore runs and deeper offshore action. Perfect for night fishing adventures, this boat combs the waters up to 30 miles from New Smyrna Beach where Snook, Snapper, and Cobia come alive under the stars. The center console design gives everyone plenty of room to work their lines while the captain navigates to productive fishing spots. Quality rods and reels are ready to go, plus there's an icebox to keep your catch fresh and drinks cold during the 6-hour trip. GPS and fish finder technology help locate the best fishing grounds in the dark. With seating for up to 6 anglers, this boat handles the offshore swells comfortably while you target those species that feed actively when the sun goes down.
Rachycentron CanadumCobia are like the golden retrievers of the fish world - curious, approachable, and great on the dinner table. These brown torpedoes average 20-40 pounds but can hit 60+ pounds when conditions are right. They cruise around structure like buoys, wrecks, and channel markers in 20-80 feet, often following rays and sharks looking for stirred-up prey. Spring migration from March through May gives us the best action, plus they're active during summer spawning season. Guests love cobia because they're sight-fishing targets that'll actually swim up to the boat, plus they fight hard and taste amazing - firm, white meat that's restaurant quality. The cool thing about cobia is they're often solo travelers, so when you see one, get a bait down quick. Use a bucktail jig or live bait - they're not picky eaters.
Mycteroperca MicrolepisGag grouper are the bulldogs of the reef - once they grab your bait, they'll try to drag you straight back to their rocky hideout. These gray fighters typically run 5-15 pounds, though we catch some doormat 20+ pounders on the deeper wrecks. They love hard bottom, ledges, and structure in 60-120 feet where they can ambush prey. Night fishing gives you a real advantage since they're more active in the dark, and cooler months from fall through early spring are prime time. What makes gags special is that arm-burning fight and some of the best eating you'll find - sweet, flaky white meat that's worth every bit of effort. The trick with grouper is keeping constant pressure and not letting them get back to their hole. Use circle hooks with live or cut bait, and be ready to horse them up once they bite.
Sphyraena BarracudaBarracuda are the ocean's lightning bolts - sleek, fast, and armed with razor-sharp teeth that'll cut through most leaders. These silver bullets typically run 2-4 feet, but the big ones can push 5-6 feet and really test your gear. You'll find them around reefs, wrecks, and structure in 10-60 feet, often hanging just below the surface. They're active year-round here, but spring and summer give you the best shots at bigger fish. What makes barracuda fishing exciting is their aggressive strikes and that initial blistering run - they'll hit like a freight train then jump clear out of the water. While not the best table fare due to ciguatera concerns, they're pure adrenaline on light tackle. My advice: use a heavy wire leader and keep your hands clear when landing them - those teeth are no joke.
Scomberomorus CavallaKing Mackerel are some of the fastest fish you'll encounter off New Smyrna, hitting speeds that'll test your drag system. These silver torpedoes typically run 20-40 pounds, though we see some bruisers pushing 60+ during peak season. They love structure like wrecks and reefs in 40-150 feet of water, especially when baitfish are thick. Spring through fall gives you the best action when they're migrating through our waters. What makes kings special is that explosive first run - they'll scream line off your reel like nothing else. The meat's decent if you bleed them quick, but most folks fish them for the pure adrenaline rush. Pro tip: use a wire leader and keep your bait moving - these guys love a fast-trolled ballyhoo or live bait that looks like it's trying to escape.
Coryphaena HippurusMahi are the most beautiful fighters in our waters, flashing gold and green as they jump and tail-walk across the surface. Most run 15-30 pounds, but we hook into some 40+ pounders that'll give you a workout. They're surface dwellers that love floating debris, weed lines, and current breaks usually within 20 miles offshore. Best fishing happens spring through early fall when water temps hit the mid-70s. What guests love most is watching these acrobatic fish light up in brilliant colors during the fight, then getting some of the best eating fish in the ocean. The white, flaky meat is restaurant-quality stuff. Here's a local secret: when you see frigate birds working floating sargassum patches, there's probably mahi underneath. Get your baits out fast - they travel in schools and move quickly.
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