Border Bottom Bombshells

Nearshore reefs, livebottom and ledges off Little River Inlet offer anglers from both Carolinas some winter wonders.

In February, weather conditions hit rock bottom in the Carolinas prized waters.

Fortunately, the rocks around nearshore reefs and livebottom areas are open — wide open — for fishing business. With species that drive the fishery in warmer weather gone for a long vacation, those rocks and reefs are filthy with trophy bottomfish ready to offer at the tasty offerings dropped into the deep by bundled-up anglers.

Grouper and red snapper are off limits, but some of the best-eating fish remain abundant and within range of most seaworthy boats. Some of the largest black sea bass and triggerfish inhabits these locales in large numbers, offering a tasty bonus for anglers in the dead of winter. Click here to read more on Border Bottom Bombshells

About Jeff Burleson 1309 Articles
Jeff Burleson is a native of Lumberton, N.C., who lives in Myrtle Beach, S.C. He graduated from N.C. State University with a degree in fisheries and wildlife sciences and is a certified biologist and professional forester for Southern Palmetto Environmental Consulting.

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