Deerfield Beach fishing charters are your shortcut to excellent fishing with no crowds to worry about. You’ll find beautiful sandy beaches, piers, and walkways lined with palm streets that look onto the Atlantic. Little remains of the 19th settlement that got its name after deer roaming the grass, but the essence of a quiet town with untapped fishing potential is still around.

Stay around downtown creeks and lakes, and you’ll get a nice sample of freshwater species. Or head to the International Fishing Pier where the crowds are. But the true sea of possibilities starts once you leave dry land and wet the lines in the Atlantic.

Deerfield Beach offers solid fishing opportunities that can sometimes be overlooked if you don’t know where to go. There’s much to explore before you head towards the Gulf Stream to troll for SailfIsh. Let’s have a look at the honey holes you shouldn’t miss.

Boat anglers are going to love this little, secluded piece of inshore heaven. There is a variety of fish you can get here, including Snook, Mangrove Snapper, Black Drum, and Sheepshead. If you’re going on your own, remember that this is a drift-only fishery.

Praised for its strong inshore fish, Highland Beach is the place to be if you don’t want big waters but still crave catching fish. A stone’s throw from Deerfield Beach, this fishery produces Snook, Tarpon, Black Drum, and more.

If you like playing hide and seek around mangroves, then you must come here and play the game with Barracuda, Bonito, and Mangrove Snapper. The bite is consistent through the year.

A popular place among local anglers, South Inlet Beach fishes well for Tarpon, Snook, and Jack Crevalle. You can get into a real brawl without having to travel far offshore -- these fish will push you to the limit no matter how experienced you are. There are some rocky areas here so you’ll want to be careful where you step. To avoid missing hotspots find a local guide to show you around.

An imposing stretch of coral reef just miles from the coast goes right past Deerfield Beach towards Boca Raton. With the water depth ranging from 650 to 2,000 ft and its proximity to dry land, it’s no wonder so many anglers flock here to test their luck and get Sailfish, Tuna, Swordfish, Wahoo, and Mahi.

If you want to practise catch and release for freshwater critters, this park is a great place for you and the family. Only shore fishing is allowed, but the area has so many spots ripe for fishing.

With the Gulf Stream flowing about 10 miles from the coast, fishing the Atlantic out of Deerfield Beach is a top choice for any angler. There are numerous artificial reefs out there. Make a trip to the warm currents and prepare to fight Swordfish, Mahi, Wahoo, King Mackerel, and Tuna, as well as Amberjack, Grouper, and Snapper.

Revise your light tackle knowledge before you come combing the inshore waterways. You can get Redfish by using Shrimp as live bait. Sight casting and fly fishing often produce great success and are fun no matter how experienced you are.

If you want to battle a real savage, try fly fishing for Tarpon. Another way to get them is by casting Shrimp in shallow waters and waiting for the fish to take the bite.

Jack Crevalle are feisty but you can get them if you use Menhaden. When targeting bigger fish, employ spinning tackle and 8-pound test.

To get Grouper, go with conventional tackle. Spice things up by throwing chum to the ocean floor, then drop your bait where the fish are.

The open ocean waters are perfect for trolling. This method will let you target Sailfish, Mahi, Wahoo, and Tuna.

When fishing with a certified charter, you don’t need a fishing license. As regulations on limits and size apply, check online when planning your trip. If you want to explore the fishing opportunities on your own, you’ll need to purchase a fishing license.

As you prepare for the trip, remember to bring clothes in layers, plenty of water to stay hydrated, as well as sunscreen, shades, and a hat. You should also bring a cooler and leave it in your car so that you can keep your catch fresh on the way home.