Escambia Bay

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Escambia Bay Fishing Charters

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Emerald โ€œCโ€ Fishing Charters

Emerald โ€œCโ€ Fishing Charters

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 99 reviews
Pensacola  • 25 ft  • 6 persons
17 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $400
Carter Mobile Marine & Fishing Service

Carter Mobile Marine & Fishing Service

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 11 reviews
Pensacola  • 27 ft  • 6 persons
5 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $750
Deep Thrills Fishing Charter

Deep Thrills Fishing Charter

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 6 reviews
Gulf Breeze  • 24 ft  • 6 persons
2 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $600
Reel Irie Fishing Charters

Reel Irie Fishing Charters

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 5 reviews
Gulf Breeze  • 23 ft  • 6 persons
3 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $220
No Limit Charter And Guide

No Limit Charter And Guide

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 39 reviews
Pensacola  • 24 ft  • 6 persons
7 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $650
Miller Fishing Company โ€“ 26' (Pensacola)

Miller Fishing Company โ€“ 26' (Pensacola)

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 42 reviews
Pensacola  • 26 ft  • 6 persons
10 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $575
Southbound Tournament Fishing Charters

Southbound Tournament Fishing Charters

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 6 reviews
Gulf Breeze  • 24 ft  • 6 persons
11 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $355
Sandflea Charters

Sandflea Charters

Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent 32 reviews
Pensacola  • 24 ft  • 4 persons
8 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $450
Fishing in Escambia Bay is just what the doctor ordered if you’re looking for a relaxing trip. Tucked away between Pensacola and Avalon Beach,  the bay is secluded from the wild waves of the Gulf and the waters are calm even when bad weather hits. Choppy waves can’t spoil your adventure here!
 
If you’re new to fishing, inshore trips are a great choice. This is where you’ll be able to target species like Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, or Sheepshead in the bay. As you head out to the Gulf, you won’t just find more fish to choose from – you’ll also find bigger specimens. This is where you get to target King Mackerel, Amberjack, Cobia, and Grouper. 
 
Fishing in this area wouldn’t be complete without Red Snapper. Tasty, fast, and prestigious, this fish is on every angler’s bucket list. If you’re after Red Snapper, visit during June or July when the season is open.
 
The best place to start your trip is in Pensacola or across the bay bridge, in Pensacola Beach. Only a few miles away from both Escambia Bay and the Gulf, you’ll be on your fishing spot in no time, whatever trip you decide to take.

Rules & Regulations

If you’re fishing the bay or Gulf with a local charter, a saltwater fishing license will be provided for you. If you decide to visit the Escambia River, you’ll need to purchase a freshwater fishing license for everyone over 16.

Escambia Bay
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Based on 21373 reviews by FishingBooker anglers
January
The beginning of the year is a great time to target different types of Groupers nearshore. If you decide to stay in the bay, go after Flounder or Spotted Seatrout.
 
February
Did someone say Snapper?! February is great if you’re after Vermilion or Mangrove Snapper. Fishing is better in the bay than the Gulf.
 
March
Stay inshore, especially if you’re a novice, and target Black Drum, Redfish, or Spotted Seatrout. They’re fun to catch and even tastier to eat.
 
April
With spring, you can expect better chances for nearshore fishing – go after Mackerel or Cobia! Fishing in the bay is as good as ever.
 
May
As the weather gets warmer, more fish are coming your way. Head out to the Gulf and target Mahi Mahi, Jack Crevalle, or Wahoo. 
 
June
There are a number of species available in June, but the main reason you should be here is Red Snapper. Make sure to book your trip ahead of time, they go very quickly.
 
July
The Red Snapper season is still on, so hurry up before it closes. If you’re more into big game fishing, you’ll find great offshore trips.
 
August
August is the peak season for big game fishing. You can go after Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and Tuna any day and, with some luck, catch a trophy!
 
September
The end of summer still offers great big game fishing, but the nearshore waters hold plenty of table fare like Snapper and Grouper. 
 
October
The main fishing action slowly moves to more shallow water. You can target lots of Snappers and Groupers nearshore, or stay inshore for an easier catch.
 
November
Groupers rule during November! Whether you’re after Red, Black, or Gag Grouper, you’ll go bottom fishing for these heavy trophies.
 
December
End the year by fishing the Bay, targeting inshore fish. Redfish, Sheepshead, Black Drum, or Flounder are yours to keep.
 

Escambia Bay Fishing Calendar

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March fishing trip
RICHARD S. fished with Sandflea Charters on March 29, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Do your research and hire Sandflea for your trip.
6 hr trip with Captain Alex
Mike B. fished with Miller Fishing Company โ€“ 26' (Pensacola) on September 6, 2020
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Red snapper season needs to be adjusted. Caught several and wasnโ€™t allowed to keep
Great Bay Trip
Nathan W. fished with Capt.Glenn Flowers Pensacola Fishing Charters on July 22, 2019
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Caught a lot of fish. Sizes were down but caught a ton of fish.
My 4 hour trip was awesome!!!! A lot of Snappers and Bullhead Reds...Very,very knee on where to fish in the bay.Money well spent!!!
Mark A. fished with Capt.Glenn Flowers Pensacola Fishing Charters on June 28, 2019
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Book with Captain Glenn Flowers..Adults or kids!!!
September fishing trip
Carl R. fished with Miller Fishing Company โ€“ 26' (Pensacola) on September 13, 2018
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Come with an open mind. Trust the skipper as to what species are targeted.
Night Fishing
Kathleen S. fished with Emerald โ€œCโ€ Fishing Charters on August 8, 2018
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Take a night tripโ€”itโ€™s not so hot and the fishing is great!
4 hour trip with Capt Glenn
Thomas C. fished with Capt.Glenn Flowers Pensacola Fishing Charters on July 31, 2018
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Fish with Capt Glenn. Watch the weather, we had to abort early to beat a huge storm.
Awesome
John K. fished with Hot Spots Charters - Pensacola on July 23, 2018
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Very eventful 4 hours I would recommend it.

FAQs about Fishing Charters in Escambia Bay

According to customer reviews, Emerald โ€œCโ€ Fishing Charters, Carter Mobile Marine & Fishing Service, and Deep Thrills Fishing Charter are some of the most popular fishing charters in Escambia Bay. Full list of top fishing charters in Escambia Bay.
Emerald โ€œCโ€ Fishing Charters, Carter Mobile Marine & Fishing Service, and Deep Thrills Fishing Charter all received great reviews from families who booked fishing trips in Escambia Bay.
The best way to experience fishing in Escambia Bay is to book a private charter with a licensed fishing guide. See the full list of charters available for online booking here: List of fishing charters in Escambia Bay.
The top 8 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Escambia Bay are:
As the weather gets warmer, more fish are coming your way. Head out to the Gulf and target Mahi Mahi, Jack Crevalle, or Wahoo.    Check availability for local fishing charters in Escambia Bay.