When Do Sheepshead Run?

When searching for sheepshead, it is more productive to focus your efforts in or near water 10 feet or deeper. Generally speaking the best time to go after sheepshead is December to April, with the hottest bite being in March and April as they congregate to spawn.

What is the best time to catch sheepshead?

The best time to fish for Sheepshead is during the incoming and outgoing tides - preferably both so you want to target a day when high tide is near midday. High tides cover the structure with water and the tidal flows move tasty crustaceans within reach of the hungry Sheepshead.

Can you catch sheepshead in the summer?

It's true, sheepshead are a popular species to target in our colder months and a lot of anglers don't fish for them in the summertime. But you can target these fish year-round.