HOW A FULL MOON AFFECTS FISHING

A full moon — and this is where a lot of myths and misunderstandings come from. Here’s what’s actually happening:

Stronger Tides

Full and near-full moons create spring tides, meaning:

• Higher highs
• Lower lows
• Faster moving water

Moving water = oxygen + food movement = opportunity.

Feeding Timing Changes

Fish don’t stop feeding — they often shift WHEN they feed:

• More nighttime and low-light feeding
• Shorter but more aggressive bite windows
• Less mid-day surface activity

This is why people say “the bite died”… when it actually just moved.

Bigger Fish Become More Active

Larger predators rely on:

• Tide movement
• Current edges
• Structure (bars, cuts, jetties)

Full-moon periods can push quality fish shallow, especially at night.

What Works Best Right Now

• Focus on dawn, dusk, and night tides
• Fish moving water, not slack
• Use natural presentations and slower retrieves
• Position baits where current brings food to them

The Mistake Most Anglers Make

Fishing the same spot the same way they do on calm, quarter-moon days — then blaming the moon.