Grenada · Grenada Coast
JACKS FISHING
IN GRAND ANSE
Grand Anse 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 Grand Anse
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 — Grand Anse
Month-by-month availability for jacks in Grand Anse, GD.
How to Catch Jacks in Grand Anse
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 Grand Anse
Top spots where local captains target jacks and other nearshore species.
Grand Anse Reef Wall
The reef wall offshore of Grand Anse drops from 30 to 80+ feet and holds grouper, mutton snapper, and large barracuda along its vertical structure. The wall's position on Grenada's leeward coast means calm conditions for comfortable nearshore fishing most of the year.
Flamingo Bay Reef
The reef system in Flamingo Bay features diverse coral structure in 20-50 feet of water that holds yellowtail snapper, hogfish, and queen triggerfish. The bay's reef is protected from prevailing currents, creating a calm nearshore fishing environment.
True Blue Bay Ledge
A rocky ledge extending from True Blue Bay east of Grand Anse drops into 40-60 feet of water where grouper, lane snapper, and amberjack hold along the structure. The ledge provides reliable nearshore bottom fishing within a short boat ride from Grand Anse marinas.
Quarantine Point Reef
The reef off Quarantine Point between Grand Anse and St. George's holds barracuda, yellowtail snapper, and king mackerel over coral formations in 20-50 feet of water. The point's position creates current eddies that concentrate baitfish and attract predators.
Other Species in Grand Anse
More fish you can target while visiting Grand Anse.
Jacks Fishing in Grand Anse — FAQ
Jacks fishing in Grand Anse is productive during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.
Jacks fishing charters in Grand Anse 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 Grand Anse, 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 Grand Anse, you may also catch Yellowfin Tuna, Caribbean Red Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Blue Marlin, Wahoo. Many charter trips target multiple species for the best action.
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