2023 Best States for Fishing

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Whether an angler prefers to fish on the banks of a rural stream or by boat on a lake or ocean, recreational fishing has continued to increase in popularity throughout the United States.

The best states for fishing are seeing a jump in participation. According to Statista, in 2020, 55 million Americans participated in freshwater, saltwater and fly-fishing activities, marking the highest fishing participation rate in over a decade.

The study cited the increased interest in fishing because people can spend time with friends and family, try a new hobby and go on an adventure. Some fishing enthusiasts enjoy doing it alone, but the social aspect has drawn people to the activity.

The study notes 40% of the people surveyed said their fishing group included three to five people, and the largest share of participants went on one to 11 trips during the year.

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Gone Fishing

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These days I live on Lake Texoma......when the striper bite is on, this place is hard to beat.....& bite is on bigly right now. But.....the Gulf Coast gives an angler much more options (inshore, nearshore, offshore, blue water) and with each option different species to target. In a couple years thinking of making the move to Port Aransas/Rockport area.