Cocoa Beach January Fishing Report 2026 | Fin & Fly Charters
January 13, 2026
🎣 January Cocoa Beach Fishing Report
This Cocoa Beach January fishing report details current fishing conditions offshore, nearshore, and inshore. Anglers are enjoying an excellent kingfish bite deep sea, productive redfish and trout fishing on the flats, and action-packed nearshore shark trips out of Cocoa Beach.
Deep Sea Fishing in Cocoa Beach – January
Deep sea fishing out of Cocoa Beach has been exceptional, highlighted by an awesome kingfish bite. Trolling live bait and slow-trolling along offshore structure has produced consistent king mackerel action.
Bottom fishing offshore has also been very productive, with anglers catching:
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Red snapper
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Lane snapper
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Triggerfish
Adding to the excitement, there have been sailfish sightings and hookups, along with blackfin tuna mixed into the offshore bite, making January a great month for pelagic species.
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Inshore Fishing Report – Cocoa Beach Flats
Inshore fishing in Cocoa Beach during January has been steady, particularly on the flats and along shallow grass edges. Anglers targeting redfish and spotted seatrout are seeing the best results.
Top inshore baits and techniques include:
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Cut bait
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Jigs worked slowly along the flats
Moving water during early morning has produced the most consistent inshore bite.
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Nearshore Shark Fishing – Cocoa Beach
Nearshore shark fishing trips have been producing excellent action just off the beaches of Cocoa Beach. Cooler water temperatures have brought multiple shark species close to shore.
Species currently being caught include:
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Hammerhead sharks
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Atlantic sharpnose
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Spinner sharks
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Finetooth sharks
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Bull sharks
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Blacktip sharks
These trips offer fast-paced action without running far offshore, making them ideal for anglers looking for an exciting winter fishing experience.
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January Fishing Regulations & Conditions
Anglers should always stay current with fishing regulations and weather conditions before heading out.
Helpful outbound resources:
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Florida Fish & Wildlife regulations:
https://myfwc.com/fishing/saltwater/ -
NOAA marine forecast for Cocoa Beach:
https://marine.weather.gov/ -
State Reef Fish Angler registration:
https://gooutdoorsflorida.com/
Final January Fishing Outlook
With strong deep sea fishing, consistent inshore redfish and trout, and exciting nearshore shark fishing, January is an excellent time to book a Cocoa Beach fishing charter. Whether you’re targeting kingfish offshore or sharks nearshore, winter conditions are setting up for memorable trips.
