Southern Kingfish Fishing in Georgia
When southern kingfish are caught across Georgia, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Southern Kingfish catch through the year
Recreational catch in Georgia by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
Seasonal catch and conditions for Georgia
Seasonal catch, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Catching southern kingfish in Georgia
Southern Kingfish catches in Georgia run hardest around Mar-Apr, with the strongest two-month windows in Mar-Apr and May-Jun. Anglers keep about 58% of what they catch and release the rest. All of this comes from NOAA’s recreational catch survey, so it maps the season rather than any single day.
To turn the season into a trip, line the peak window up with the daily bite. Check the Georgia fishing times for the solunar windows, the tide charts for moving water, and the sunrise and sunset times for first and last light.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to catch southern kingfish in Georgia?+
Catches peak around Mar-Apr (March and April). The strongest two-month windows are Mar-Apr and May-Jun. This is based on NOAA's 2024 recreational catch survey, so it reflects the typical season rather than a live report.
Do anglers keep or release southern kingfish in Georgia?+
Across Georgia, about 58% of the southern kingfish caught are kept and 42% are released. That works out to roughly 1.6M kept and 1.1M released in 2024.
How many southern kingfish are caught in Georgia?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 2.7M southern kingfish caught by recreational anglers in Georgia in 2024, making it the #2 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this southern kingfish data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
