Santa Rosa Beach Fishing Charters

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Santa Rosa Beach: 334 fishing charters available
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trips from US $375
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Santa Rosa Beach

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida are: Full list of top fishing charters in Santa Rosa Beach

The average price for a private 4 hour Santa Rosa Beach fishing trip is US $602, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $1,067 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in Santa Rosa Beach that received great reviews from families are:



The top 3 types of fishing in Santa Rosa Beach are:

Many fishing charters in Santa Rosa Beach provide rods, reels and tackle. Some of the top rated are:

According to customer reviews on FishingBooker.com, some of the best rated charter captains in Santa Rosa Beach are:

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Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Santa Rosa Beach are:
  • 2-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $420
  • 3-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $550
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $650
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $750
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,150
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,300

Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach

Situated between Destin and Panama City, Santa Rosa Beach is the perfect place for a quiet getaway. You’ll hit the same fishing grounds, with the added benefit of pristine beaches and fine dining that make this town so special. It’s no surprise, then, that Santa Rosa Beach fishing charters are in hot demand.
 
The town looks out onto Choctawhatchee Bay, meaning you’re already on some prime inshore fishing grounds. Year-round, you can get your fill of Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Sheepshead, Ladyfish, Black Drum, and more! Come in summer, and you can even target Tarpon. Alternatively, you can follow a guide along the Choctawhatchee River and engage in some Bass fishing that’s unrivalled all over Florida!
 
With the Gulf of Mexico but a short drive away, it’s no surprise that saltwater fishing reigns supreme. Take a charter out of nearby Grayton Beach and head to the productive reefs. Here, you’ll find prized Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, Cobia, Amberjack, Triggerfish, Mackerel, and more. 
 
And that’s not all! The deep waters are near the coastline here, so you can take advantage of deep sea fishing. Go up against Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Yellowfin and Blackfin Tuna, as well as plenty of Billfish, and live out your Florida Panhandle fishing dreams!
 
There’s something for everyone in Santa Rosa Beach. Trips can last as little as a couple of hours inshore, with nearshore trips lasting around 6 hours. Deep sea adventures will require at least a full day on the water, but that just means you’d better make the most of it!
 

Rules & Regulations

If you’re on a Santa Rosa Beach fishing charter, your license will be covered. However, you’ll need to get your own if you’re hitting the river. Other than that, going out with a professional guide will make sure you’re fishing within the law.

Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Based on 28443 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Santa Rosa Beach Fishing Seasons

January

January is the perfect time to explore the shallow waters inshore. Redfish will be biting vigorously in Choctawhatchee Bay while the river will be bustling with StRipers and Sunshine Bass.

February

Winter fishing continues, with the best bite happening inshore. Try your luck at Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Sheepshead or head to the river for something different, as you see off the winter blues. 

March

The action is heating up, with some new species coming to town. Add Flounder and Mackerel to your list inshore, while river fishing continues to be promising. You can also head out to the reefs in search of early Cobia.

April

Try sight fishing for Cobia or snag one while trolling for Mackerel. Down below, the reefs are bustling with Snapper and Grouper. Ask your captain which species are legal to keep and bring home some dinner! 

May

It’s the beginning of Tarpon season here on the Emerald Coast. You’ll see anglers hunting the Silver King in all sorts of styles along the beaches. Offshore, you can reel in Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, and more.

June

June is all about variety here in Santa Rosa Beach. Head to the river for some excellent Bass fishing or stick to the saltwater scene for a catch that could be anything from Red Snapper to Tarpon.

July

Summer fishing is still on full throttle, with your choice of Florida’s most popular game fish. Cruise the beach for Tarpon, fish the reefs for Grouper, or troll offshore for Kingfish, Mahi, and more.

August

It’s the hottest time of the year, with average temperatures soaring above 90°F. Come cool off on the water, fishing for big game prizes offshore or collecting plenty of tasty treats on the reefs.

September

Summer crowds along the Emerald Coast might be thinning out by autumn, but the waters are far from empty! Every species is biting ferociously and many are legal to keep at this time of year.

October

This time of year is all about Bull Redfish in Choctawhatchee Bay. Catch yourself a real bruiser and bring home some bragging rights. Hook a Speckled Trout and Flounder while you’re at it for an Inshore Slam!

November

Striped Bass and Sunshine Bass will be moving back into the lower portion of the river as winter approaches. You can expect more awesome fishing in the bay and on the nearshore reefs.

December

Come catch yourself a holiday treat! Some of the tastiest fish are biting at this time of year, including Flounder, Redfish, and Grouper, so don't miss out on your last chance to get out on the water.

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What anglers said about fishing in Santa Rosa Beach

Weather is a little chilly and the fish seem to be a little dormant but the scenery and the company are great!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Weather is a little chilly and the fish seem to be a little dormant but the scenery and the company are great!
30A Bay Guide Service
30A Bay Guide Service
I highly recommend Captain Justin to my fellow angers. He is very Knowledgeable and knows which spots the fish are biting. He brought refreshments and fillet the fish for us. He is cool to talk to and had a Bluetooth speaker to play music while we all fished! I give him a 10/10
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I highly recommend Captain Justin to my fellow angers. He is very Knowledgeable and knows which spots the fish are biting. He brought refreshments and fillet the fish for us. He is cool to talk to and had a Bluetooth speaker to play music while we all fished! I give him a 10/10
Bayflats Fishing Charters
Bayflats Fishing Charters
Dress in layers and sip water and wear a hat that ties down and get ready to catch some fish and have fun!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Dress in layers and sip water and wear a hat that ties down and get ready to catch some fish and have fun!
North West Florida Guide Service
North West Florida Guide Service Lebanon, Tennessee
Unusual in that there had just been a hurricane nearby, but I would say a knowledgeable guide makes all the difference. I tried some surf casting in my own and about got beat to death BY the surf!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Unusual in that there had just been a hurricane nearby, but I would say a knowledgeable guide makes all the difference. I tried some surf casting in my own and about got beat to death BY the surf!
Inshore Expeditions Fishing Charters
Inshore Expeditions Fishing Charters McCalla, AL
Well it was our first time, so if any thing, I would say just enjoy the whole experience.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Well it was our first time, so if any thing, I would say just enjoy the whole experience.
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service Houston, TX
Google maps is a little off so plan for additional time to find where you are going.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Google maps is a little off so plan for additional time to find where you are going.
Ranger Angler Fishing Charters
Ranger Angler Fishing Charters Sarepta, MS
Set your expectations and communicate to the Captain- this is a very pleasant bay to fish in.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Set your expectations and communicate to the Captain- this is a very pleasant bay to fish in.
30A Sportfishing LLC
30A Sportfishing LLC Fayetteville, AR
I would suggest going in the morning. As the day goes on, it gets hot so be prepared.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would suggest going in the morning. As the day goes on, it gets hot so be prepared.
30A Shallow Water Guide Service
30A Shallow Water Guide Service Marietta, GA
Itโ€™s fun being out there early in the morning but many people are fishing so the fish arenโ€™t super active. Other than that, itโ€™s great!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Itโ€™s fun being out there early in the morning but many people are fishing so the fish arenโ€™t super active. Other than that, itโ€™s great!
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service Baton Rouge, Louisiana
If you fish in April, be prepared for possible cooler temperatures and dress in layers.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you fish in April, be prepared for possible cooler temperatures and dress in layers.
Ranger Angler Fishing Charters
Ranger Angler Fishing Charters Narvon, PA
Ask the local bait shops questions if you want to gear up for your trip as they are so friendly and helpful or ask your charter captain questions to help you become a better fisherman while you are on the boat.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Ask the local bait shops questions if you want to gear up for your trip as they are so friendly and helpful or ask your charter captain questions to help you become a better fisherman while you are on the boat.
Ranger Angler Fishing Charters
Ranger Angler Fishing Charters Evansville, IN
Listen to the local charter captains. They know the local waterways, conditions and patterns.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Listen to the local charter captains. They know the local waterways, conditions and patterns.
Rising Son Expeditions
Rising Son Expeditions Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Bring cold weather gear, especially for children, if the temperatures are in or blow the low 70โ€™s. Boat ride wind gets real chilly, real fast.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Bring cold weather gear, especially for children, if the temperatures are in or blow the low 70โ€™s. Boat ride wind gets real chilly, real fast.
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service CONCORD FARR, TN
Captin Brandon did an amazing job! Had a great time catching Red Fish! Will definitely come back and recommend to anyone! Had a blast!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Captin Brandon did an amazing job! Had a great time catching Red Fish! Will definitely come back and recommend to anyone! Had a blast!
Pharmasea Outfitters
Pharmasea Outfitters Whitesboro, TX
We had a great trip with Captain Ryan. Came at the right time, the right place, caught a bunch of fish!Can't recommend him enough!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We had a great trip with Captain Ryan. Came at the right time, the right place, caught a bunch of fish!Can't recommend him enough!
30A Shallow Water Guide Service
30A Shallow Water Guide Service Gandeeville, WV
It was an extremely tough day of fishing. Captain and boat were excellent. I hope to return next year and take the same trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was an extremely tough day of fishing. Captain and boat were excellent. I hope to return next year and take the same trip.
Florida Boy Adventures 30a
Florida Boy Adventures 30a Typo, KY
When it gets really hot the fishing slows down. We will stick to deep sea fishing in the future rather than bay fishing.
Very good
4.0 / 5
When it gets really hot the fishing slows down. We will stick to deep sea fishing in the future rather than bay fishing.
Florida Boy Adventures 30a
Florida Boy Adventures 30a Fayetteville, AR
It was a great time and we know fishing is fishing but the little fish (I cannot remember what they were called) kept stealing our bait. They were a bit of a menace.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
It was a great time and we know fishing is fishing but the little fish (I cannot remember what they were called) kept stealing our bait. They were a bit of a menace.
Inshore Expeditions Fishing Charters
Inshore Expeditions Fishing Charters Mobile, AL

How did anglers rate fishing charters in Santa Rosa Beach?

Beaverโ€™s Guide Service โ€“ Bay Boat
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service โ€“ Bay Boat
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(16 reviews)
Cpt. Alex was awesome today and would find a new location when the fish stopped biting. He did great with two 9 year olds asking a million question's along with the dads who kept getting snapping the line. Would highly recommend.
Mike  P.
Mike P.
Bayflats Fishing Charters
Bayflats Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(33 reviews)
Captain Justin did a great job finding the fish and helping us pull them into the boat. I had such a great time with my sons, I canโ€™t thank Captain Justin enough for showing us such a great time!
Al  S.
Al S.
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(190 reviews)
It was cold so the fish weren't biting much but Capt Alex was great and went to many different spots til started to get a few fish. He did a great job and was patient and knowledgeable with our kids.
Brett  B.
Brett B.
Get Hooked Charters
Get Hooked Charters
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(70 reviews)
It was our 1st time chartering a boat. Connor was great and very helpful. Our 12 year twins loved it. The 1st hour fishing they were on a roll. Guessing they both caught about 6 to 8 fish. While Mom and Dad only caught 1 between both of us. Mostly mangroves and white trout. Connor was patient with all the snags and baiting the lines. Would recommend Get Hooked Charters to anyone interested and would we would go again next trip.
Glen  C.
Glen C.
Ranger Angler Fishing Charters
Ranger Angler Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(93 reviews)
Quinn was a fantastic guide! We had a wonderful experience with him. Quinn is extremely knowledgeable and knew exactly where to find the fish. His equipment is top-notch. He is a kind person and also wonderful with kids. We will book with him again next year!
Travis  W.
Travis W.
South Walton Guide Service
South Walton Guide Service
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(20 reviews)
Outstanding day of catching! Within minutes we were reeling in some nice Redfish. Thoroughout the day there was very little down time without some action. Captain Kylerโ€™s knowledge of the water, professional manner, great sense of humor and individual assistance all contributed to a successful four hour fishing experience. Highly recommended .
James  K.
James K.
30A Bay Guide Service
30A Bay Guide Service
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(212 reviews)
Captain Marvin was great. He communicated with me ahead of time to confirm our meet up place and was there waiting on us when we arrived. The recent cold snap didnโ€™t help our odds, but we still managed to catch a few reds and really enjoyed our time with him on the water. Thanks for everything and see you next time!
Garon  D.
Garon D.
30A Bay Guide Service
30A Bay Guide Service
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(212 reviews)
Marvin was great. Although we didn't catch our limit, we still caught some beautiful fish. I didn't have to return any coolers to WalMart. The weather was perfect, & Marvin knows everything there is to know about Emerald Coast fishing, since he grew up in PC. Thanks for a great time, Marvin! We shared some good laughs!
Lee  J.
Lee J.
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(190 reviews)
They rescheduled our trip from the AM to the PM due to high winds. The meet up spot was easy to find. Alex was an awesome guide and got us into some fish at four or 5 different places. It was a very memorable day with my son and I!!
Chris  B.
Chris B.
30A Bay Guide Service
30A Bay Guide Service
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(212 reviews)
We had a great time , we caught fish all day and took some back to house for great meal. Captain Melvin was very accommodating had lots of fun! I would recommend his services!
Bill  B.
Bill B.
30A Bay Guide Service
30A Bay Guide Service
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(212 reviews)
Great time captain was legit !! Most definitely he knows what heโ€™s doing, my sons are ready to comeback fishing with him
Carlos  M.
Carlos M.
Bayflats Fishing Charters
Bayflats Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(33 reviews)
Justin did a great job w our kids on the family fishing trip. He was patient and funny and kind and everyone had a blast. He was determined for us to catch a decent amount of fish despite the weather conditions not being great. I would def recommend him and use him again.
Keri  C.
Keri C.
North West Florida Guide Service
North West Florida Guide Service
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(109 reviews)
Dalton took my boys out and caught tons of fish. He definately knows the area. Great captain and great charter.
Chet  K.
Chet K.
Ranger Angler Fishing Charters
Ranger Angler Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(93 reviews)
Capt. Quinn was great to fish with today. He put us on fish, had great conversation and provided a fun afternoon of fishing. We caught nice redfish and a nice string ray. Our group my wife, and two daughters enjoyed the dolphins, scenery and fish. Everyone caught fish with Nancy landing the largest redfish of the afternoon.
Dave  G.
Dave G.
Reel 30A Inshore Fishing Charter โ€“ 24'
Reel 30A Inshore Fishing Charter โ€“ 24'
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
There may be better charters around 30A, but I doubt it. Great trip all around.
Will  L.
Will L.
Bayflats Fishing Charters
Bayflats Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(33 reviews)
Justin was a great captain, worked really hard for us to catch fish! Equipment is new and clean, extremely friendly! Was excellent communicating with us and got us ready for the trip! Highly recommended him!
Traci  S.
Traci S.
30A Shallow Water Guide Service
30A Shallow Water Guide Service
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(129 reviews)
Fishing wasnโ€™t easy the day we went out, but Ryan worked his tail off until he got us on some fish. He is also great with kids and inexperienced fishermen. Highly recommend this guide.
Tyler  M.
Tyler M.
Bayflats Fishing Charters
Bayflats Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(33 reviews)
Great day Captain was great Caught good amount of fish Looking forward to doing it again
Jay  B.
Jay B.
30A Tight Line Fishing Charters
30A Tight Line Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(16 reviews)
Great experience angler for a family. Even our two tweenage girls from Chicago loved it. Thank you Hunter!
Joel  E.
Joel E.
Bayflats Fishing Charters
Bayflats Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(33 reviews)
Had a great time on the water with Justin. Very easy to talk with and made the trip with four kids super fun. He was genuinely excited when they were catching fish. Very nice boat with plenty of room for everyone.
Jason  I.
Jason I.

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