Creeks offer the saltwater flyfisher an unique opportunity. Most creek (including tidal ponds, rivers and streams, marshes and marsh drains, even man-made canals and breechways) are in protected waters affording the saltwater fly angler the chance to use lighter fly tackle while still pursuing large gamefish such as striped bass, weakfish (sea trout), bluefish, fluke/flounder, drum (redfish), even snook and tarpon.

The following diagram illustrates the typical kinds of structures found in creeks and where fish often hold in relation to the creek structure. This is only a guide as each creek has it's own characteristics and may produce fish in other locations or on a particular tide.

Important! Many creeks have steep sloping banks adjacent to deep water. Anglers should always view a creek in daylight and at low tide to be sure to note the geography of the area. Always exercise extreme caution when wading a creek!

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