South Shore Sam's Complete Bay & Inlet Report - December 5, 2025
Overall Conditions:
The South Shore is still holding a good amount of fish, with the bass bite remaining strong and some giant bluefin tuna still in the mix. The water temperatures are dropping, but the fishing hasn't slowed down yet. The tog bite is also holding up, providing plenty of action for bottom fishermen.
Striped Bass:
The bass fishing on the South Shore has been excellent, with reports of blitzing fish up to 40 inches. The fish are feeding on a variety of baits, including peanut bunker and adult bunker. The action has been consistent from the western South Shore all the way to the central beaches. The key has been to find the bait, and the bass will be there. Diamond jigs, shads, soft-plastic eels, and bucktail jigs have all been effective.
Bluefin Tuna:
There are still some giant bluefin tuna being caught on the South Shore. The Corazon Charters out of Freeport has been finding some success with split-day trips, targeting bass in the morning and then heading offshore for tuna in the afternoon. The commercial season for bluefin is now closed, so all fish must be released.
Tautog (Blackfish):
The tog bite is still going strong on the South Shore. The deeper wrecks and rockpiles are holding some nice fish, with some real jumbos being caught. The Gypsea Charters has been doing well, with a recent trip producing a 9-pound, 4-ounce fish. The bite should remain good as long as the water temperatures don't drop too quickly.
Upcoming Forecast:
The weather for the next few days looks to be cold and windy, which could make for some challenging conditions. However, the fish should still be there. The bass bite should remain strong, and the tog bite should continue to be productive. The bluefin tuna will likely start to move out as the water temperatures drop, so get them while you can.
