NEW SMYRNA BEACH FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Thirty Miles Offshore: A Long Day Trolling for Mahi, Tuna and a Bottom-Fishing Finale
An 8–12 hour outing from New Smyrna Beach that runs 30 miles offshore to chase mahi, tuna, wahu and sailfish, then works the bottom for snapper, grouper and triggerfish.
Thirty Miles Offshore: A Long Day Trolling for Mahi, Tuna and a Bottom-Fishing Finale.
Holy Smokes Fishing Charters runs a full-day, 30-mile fishing expedition out of New Smyrna Beach that pairs far‑out trolling for pelagics with a return trip working bottom structure for reef species, offering anglers a wide variety of target fish across inlet, river and beach waters.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Thirty miles of offshore trolling and a bottom-fishing home stretch
The charter pushes roughly 30 miles offshore to troll for pelagics and then, on the run back in, drops lines to target snapper, grouper and triggerfish along bottom structure.
A mixed bag: mahi, tuna, wahu, sailfish and reef species
Expect a diverse catch profile—pelagic species on the troll and reef species on the bottom—making for a catch‑filled day that covers multiple fishing styles.
Inlet, river and beach included
The trip’s route includes running around the inlet, up and down the beach, and through river-adjacent waters before and after the offshore portion.
What the day feels like
How the day feels
This is a long, purposeful day on the water: a sustained offshore run to open water where trolling for mahi, tuna, wahu and sailfish dominates the first half, then a methodical return that switches to bottom rigs for snapper, grouper and triggerfish—all delivered as a single 8–12 hour outing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip fits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The charter runs a full‑day outing of approximately 8–12 hours.
Plan for a full day on the water; confirm any gear or provisions with Holy Smokes Fishing Charters before your trip.
This trip is operated by Holy Smokes Fishing Charters out of New Smyrna Beach.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The charter lasts approximately 8–12 hours.
How far offshore do you go?
The trip runs roughly 30 miles out for the trolling portion.
What species do you target?
Trolling targets include mahi, tuna, wahu and sailfish; on the return the trip works bottom for snapper, grouper and triggerfish.
How many anglers per trip?
The outing is organized for four anglers.
Is this suitable for children or older anglers?
The trip is listed as suitable for all ages.
What parts of the coast does the trip include?
The route includes running around the inlet, up and down the beach and through river‑adjacent waters in addition to the offshore grounds.