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Smoothhound fishing in Suffolk
23 rated shore marks in Suffolk hold smoothhound — ranked below with today's live forecast score for the species.
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Best smoothhound marks in Suffolk
1Felixstowe FerryExcellent · 83ReliableSummer visitor; peeler crab, hardback crab or crab-and-squid cocktails on a strong flowing-tide rig work well.2Sizewell BeachExcellent · 88ReliableA summer prospect, usually on crab baits; use robust tackle and target settled, warmer conditions.3Brackenbury CliffsExcellent · 84ReliableMainly a summer possibility; fish peeler crab or hardback crab on a strong flowing-tide rig.4Felixstowe South BeachExcellent · 84Worth a trySummer visitor when conditions suit; peeler crab is the standout bait, with a strong pulley or pennel rig useful.5Walberswick BeachExcellent · 92Worth a trySummer possibility, particularly in settled conditions; peeler crab is the stand-out bait.6Lowestoft North DenesExcellent · 91Worth a tryA summer possibility rather than a certainty; peeler crab is the standout bait on warm, calmer tides.7Shotley PointExcellent · 84Worth a tryA summer possibility when crabs are active; peeler crab or crab cart is the first-choice bait.8Dunwich BeachExcellent · 92Worth a tryA summer chance, usually in settled weather; peeler crab, hermit crab or squid-and-crab cocktails on a pulley rig are suitable.9Kessingland BeachExcellent · 89Worth a tryOccasional summer visitor; target on evening tides using crab bait and a strong pulley or pennel rig.10SlaughdenExcellent · 88Worth a tryA summer possibility, particularly in settled weather; peeler crab is the standout bait and long casts are not essential.11Bawdsey BeachExcellent · 84Worth a trySummer visitor, most likely on crab baits fished into deeper water on a building tide.12Cobbolds PointExcellent · 84Worth a trySummer possibility when crab is available; peeler crab or hermit crab baits score best on clean ground.13Dunwich Heath BeachExcellent · 88Worth a tryOccasional summer visitor; target with hardback crab, peeler crab or large crab-and-squid baits on strong gear.14Manor EndExcellent · 84Worth a trySummer chance where crabs are present; peelers or hardback crab are preferred.15Benacre BeachExcellent · 89Worth a tryA summer possibility when warm water reaches the coast; peeler crab or hardback crab are the key baits.16Dingle MarshesExcellent · 92Worth a trySummer chance on crab baits, particularly during settled spells and over firmer mixed ground.17Shingle StreetExcellent · 86Worth a tryPossible in summer, particularly in settled warm conditions; fresh peeler crab is the leading bait.18Aldeburgh BeachExcellent · 88Worth a tryPossible in summer when crabs are abundant; peeler crab is the prime bait, with a strong hooklength and steady drag required.19Kessingland SluiceExcellent · 89Worth a tryA summer possibility rather than a certainty; peeler crab or hardback crab baits give the best chance.20Felixstowe SpaExcellent · 84Worth a tryA summer possibility when crabs are present; peeler crab or hardback crab baits give the best chance.21Minsmere SluiceExcellent · 88Worth a tryA possible summer bonus, particularly in settled weather; peeler crab or hardback crab is the key bait.22Gunton BeachExcellent · 91Worth a tryOccasional summer fish; target with peeler crab or hardback crab on a strong pulley rig.23Southwold BeachExcellent · 92Shows occasionallyA summer possibility when crabs are active; use peeler crab or hardback crab on a robust pulley rig.
Tactics for smoothhound
Top baits, best first
- Peeler Crab
- Soft Crab
- Hardback Crab
- Hermit Crab
Rigs that work, best first
- Pulley Pennel Rig
- Running Ledger
- Up and Over