FORT LAUDERDALE FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Six Hours After Dark Aboard Catch My Drift — Extended Saturday Night Anchor Reef Fishing off Fort Lauderdale
A 6-hour Saturday night anchored reef trip out of Fort Lauderdale targeting snapper, grouper and other reef species; this guide explains the route, amenities, and what to pack.
Six Hours After Dark Aboard Catch My Drift — Extended Saturday Night Anchor Reef Fishing off Fort Lauderdale.
There is a distinct hush that settles over the water as the sun drops behind Fort Lauderdale’s shoreline and the reef lights come alive. On the 85-foot party boat Catch My Drift, this Open Party Saturday Night trip stretches into a full six hours—two extra hours beyond the standard night run—to put anglers in the window for the late-evening bite on anchor reefs where yellowtail snapper, mutton snapper, grouper, cobia and kingfish patrol the structure.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Catch My Drift — roomy, night-ready platform
The trip runs aboard the 85-foot party fishing boat Catch My Drift, with wide open fishing space around the entire boat, upper deck access, a fully air-conditioned cabin with dinettes and bench seating, and clean men’s and women’s restrooms for a comfortable night on the water.
Extra hours for the late-evening bite
This special Saturday night trip adds two additional fishing hours over standard night trips to explore productive anchor reef areas at peak activity, targeting yellowtail and mutton snapper, grouper, cobia, kingfish and other reef dwellers.
Tackle supplied and crew instruction available
All bait and tackle are included with your ticket and the experienced crew provides assistance and instruction throughout the trip, making the outing suitable for both beginners and experienced anglers.
What the day feels like
What the night feels like
Board in the early evening and run out to the reef as light fades; once anchored the boat becomes a hive of fast-paced action, with crew coaching, bait and tackle handed out, and anglers working the structure for a variety of reef species. The extended six-hour schedule lets the trip press later into the night when many reef fish become more active, and the boat’s amenities make long stints on deck and in-cabin downtime equally comfortable.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a 6-hour Saturday night trip—two extra hours compared to standard night trips—run out of Fort Lauderdale.
Food and beverages are not included; guests may bring their own (no hard liquor or glass containers). If you prefer to use your own gear, bring a 12–20 lb rod and reel combo; braided line is not permitted. All bait and tackle are supplied if you do not bring gear.
Meet at the southwest corner of Las Olas Blvd and southbound A1A (301 Seabreeze Blvd); a convenience store next to the meeting location sells food and drink if needed prior to departure.
The vessel has a fully air-conditioned cabin with seating, clean restrooms and wide fishing decks; gratuities are not included and most guests tip around 20% of the ticket price.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The Open Party Saturday Night Anchor Reef Fishing trip is six hours in duration.
Where is the meeting location?
Guests meet at the southwest corner of Las Olas Blvd and southbound A1A, at 301 Seabreeze Blvd in Fort Lauderdale.
Is bait and tackle provided?
Yes — all bait and tackle are included with your ticket.
Can I bring my own rod and reel?
Yes — guests may bring their own gear if preferred; the operator recommends 12–20 lb rod and reel combos and notes that braided line is not permitted.
Are food and drinks provided on board?
Food and beverages are not included; guests may bring their own or purchase items at the convenience store next to the meeting location. Hard liquor and glass containers are not allowed on board.
Are trips suitable for beginners?
Yes — trips are suitable for both beginners and experienced anglers and the crew provides instruction and assistance throughout the trip.
Are gratuities included?
No — gratuities are not included; most guests tip approximately 20 percent of the ticket price.