Grenada · Grenada Coast
JACKS FISHING
IN CARRIACOU
Carriacou is a solid destination for jacks fishing, with good fishing in January, February, March, April. Book a charter and target jacks with local experts.
About Jacks Fishing in Carriacou
The jack family includes horse-eye jacks, bar jacks, blue runners, and the powerful crevalle jack — all found in abundance throughout the Caribbean. Jacks are aggressive feeders that hunt in schools around reefs, wrecks, and shorelines. They are pound-for-pound among the hardest-fighting fish in the sea and are excellent targets for light-tackle, fly, and shore fishing anglers.
The jack family (Carangidae) includes some of the hardest-fighting fish in the Caribbean — powerful, blunt-headed predators that wage war using sheer brute strength and bulldogging stamina. The Caribbean's primary jack species include Crevalle Jack (Caranx hippos), Horse-eye Jack (Caranx latus), Bar Jack (Caranx ruber), Blue Runner (Caranx crysos), and the almighty Almaco Jack (Seriola rivoliana). Found from shallow flats and mangroves to deep reefs and offshore structure, jacks are aggressive feeders that attack lures, flies, and live bait with reckless abandon. Pound for pound, they are among the strongest fighters in the ocean, and a large crevalle jack on light tackle will test any angler's endurance.
Scientific name: Caranx spp.
Jacks Seasonal Calendar — Carriacou
Month-by-month availability for jacks in Carriacou, GD.
How to Catch Jacks in Carriacou
Techniques & Bait
Topwater plugs, poppers, and stickbaits retrieved aggressively on the surface produce explosive strikes from crevalle and horse-eye jacks. Large Yo-Zuri poppers, Shimano Orca, and Heddon Super Spooks worked with loud pops and splashes trigger the aggressive feeding instinct. Vertical jigging with heavy metal jigs (150-300g) on deep reefs and wrecks targets almaco jacks and amberjack. Live bait — pilchards, blue runners, or goggle-eyes — freelined or on a fishfinder rig near reef structure or in passes is deadly for all jack species. Fly anglers use large Deceivers, Crease Flies, and EP baitfish patterns on 9-12 weight rods.
Recommended Tackle
Inshore jacks: medium-heavy spinning rod (7 ft), 4000-5000 reel, 20-30 lb braid, 30-40 lb fluorocarbon leader. Large crevalle or horse-eye jacks: heavy spinning or conventional, 40-65 lb braid, 50-80 lb leader. Deep reef jacks (almaco, amberjack): heavy jigging rod, conventional reel, 65-80 lb braid, 80-100 lb leader. Jacks fight hard toward structure — you need the backbone to turn them before they reach the reef and cut you off.
Best Nearshore Fishing Spots in Carriacou
Top spots where local captains target jacks and other nearshore species.
Sandy Island Reef
The reef system surrounding Sandy Island features vibrant coral structure that holds yellowtail snapper, grouper, and large barracuda in 15-50 feet of pristine Caribbean water. The reef is part of the Sandy Island/Oyster Bed Marine Protected Area, supporting healthy fish populations.
Mabouya Island Reef
Mabouya Island off Carriacou's east coast is surrounded by reef that holds mutton snapper, grouper, and queen triggerfish in 20-60 feet of water. The island's windward position means the reef is flushed with clean Atlantic water carrying nutrients and baitfish.
Sisters Rocks
The Sisters are two rocky pinnacles rising from the seafloor between Carriacou and Union Island, creating dramatic structure that holds amberjack, barracuda, and large schools of jacks in 30-70 feet of water. The rocks act as a fish magnet in the open channel.
Jack Adan Island Ledge
A rocky ledge extending from Jack Adan Island drops into deeper water where grouper, queen snapper, and amberjack hold along the structure. The ledge marks the transition between Carriacou's shallow shelf and the deeper Grenadines channel.
Other Species in Carriacou
More fish you can target while visiting Carriacou.
Jacks Fishing in Carriacou — FAQ
Jacks fishing in Carriacou is productive during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.
Jacks fishing charters in Carriacou are typically nearshore trips. Prices vary by trip duration and group size. Most charters include all gear, bait, licenses, and fish cleaning.
Topwater plugs, poppers, and stickbaits retrieved aggressively on the surface produce explosive strikes from crevalle and horse-eye jacks. Large Yo-Zuri poppers, Shimano Orca, and Heddon Super Spooks worked with loud pops and splashes trigger the aggressive feeding instinct. Vertical jigging with heavy metal jigs (150-300g) on deep reefs and wrecks targets almaco jacks and amberjack. Live bait — pilchards, blue runners, or goggle-eyes — freelined or on a fishfinder rig near reef structure or in passes is deadly for all jack species. Fly anglers use large Deceivers, Crease Flies, and EP baitfish patterns on 9-12 weight rods.
No — when you book a charter in Carriacou, your captain provides all required Grenada fishing licenses as part of the trip.
Jacks regulations in Grenada include minimum size limits and bag limits that vary by season. Your captain will know the current regulations and ensure compliance.
While targeting Jacks in Carriacou, you may also catch Yellowfin Tuna, Mangrove Snapper, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo. Many charter trips target multiple species for the best action.
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