king mackerel Archives - Louisiana Sportsman

May 31, 2023

Big king mackerel are often referred to as “smokers” for their ability to “smoke” line off a reel.

Species Spotlight: king mackerel

August 17, 2021 Brian Cope

The king mackerel is a speedy, sharp-toothed brawler and a favorite of many anglers along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts. […]

Sting the king

May 15, 2018 David A. Brown

Lean, mean biting machines, king mackerel pack a mouthful of sharp teeth that’ll make short work of monofilament or even fluorocarbon line. These fish are also notorious for snipping baits in half and missing single hook-rigs. […]