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FishHuge Charters

FishHuge Charters

4.9 Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent (36)
St. Petersburg • 20 ft • 4 persons
33 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $400
Set On Everything Charters

Set On Everything Charters

5.0 Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent (25)
Bokeelia • 23 ft • 6 persons
39 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $450
Captain Andy's Salty Adventures

Captain Andy's Salty Adventures

5.0 Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent (100)
St. Petersburg • 20 ft • 4 persons
33 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $400
Glo#1 Fishing Charters Captain Juan Herndon

Glo#1 Fishing Charters Captain Juan Herndon

5.0 Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent (31)
St. Petersburg • 21 ft • 6 persons
25 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $400
Sun Chasing Charters

Sun Chasing Charters

4.9 Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent (24)
Fort Walton Beach • 30 ft • 6 persons
28 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $785
2 Thumbs Up Fishing Charters

2 Thumbs Up Fishing Charters

4.9 Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent (50)
Naples • 20 ft • 4 persons
6 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $400
Operationtek

Operationtek

5.0 Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent (57)
Delray Beach • 17 ft • 2 persons
21 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $135
Reel Shallow Adventures

Reel Shallow Adventures

5.0 Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent (16)
Bayport • 22 ft • 4 persons
12 people are looking at this charter.
trips from $400
Florida fishing charters have built up a serious reputation among anglers from around the world. Known as the  “Sportfishing Capital of the World,” Florida is nothing less than an angler’s paradise. Choose between the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, the depths of the Atlantic Ocean, or the state’s endless freshwater fisheries. Wherever you go, you’ll find gamefish galore and enough tasty table fish to feed an army. Florida, quite simply, has it all.
 
Regardless of what you’re after and how you plan to do it, Florida will deliver. From Catfish to Swordfish, all types of marine critters can be targeted in various parts of the state. Redfish tends to top the target lists in the Gulf, Sailfish is the king of the state’s Atlantic coast, while Red Snapper reigns supreme nearshore. As you can see, trophies await all around!

There’s so much going on in Florida, it’s impossible to cover it all. You can, however, get a great taste of what fishing here is all about in a variety of ways. From short inshore excursions with the kids, to multi-day adventures offshore, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution here. It’s all going to come down to what you’re looking to accomplish and which target you want to pursue!

Florida’s angling hubs are located in multiple cities across the state. Once again, it’d be hard to say which one to visit first since it’s all going to depend on the experience you’re looking for. Some of the more popular destinations are certainly Destin, Tampa, Miami, Florida Keys, and Lake Okeechobee. They all have unique offerings and finding out more about them could help you narrow down your search.
 

Rules & Regulations

You don’t need to buy a license on a Florida saltwater fishing charter, although you will need to pick one up for freshwater fishing. Many species have strict closed seasons which can change year on year so get informed on these before wetting a line.

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January
The West Palm Beach Silver Sailfish Derby kicks off the year with incredible Billfishing. Lower temperatures and rainfall make for great sight fishing in the Keys, but may make fish sluggish further north.
February

Islamorada offers awesome Sailfish action, while Redfish and Trout inhale live baits across the state. The Fort Lauderdale Billfish Tournament kicks off, as it has done for over half a century.

March

Cobia start to make their way up the Atlantic Coast, hitting Fort Lauderdale by the middle of the month. The Marlin bite is incredible down across much of Southern Florida.

April

Fish are on the move across Florida. Cobia make their way up the Atlantic Coast as Tarpon hit Cape Coral in the west. This is one of the best times and places to battle the Silver King.

May

Tournament season kicks off with the Pompano Beach Fishing Rodeo, Miami Billfish Tournament, Florida Keys Dolphin Tournament, and more. Tarpon are on fire in Boca Grande.

June

It’s Red Snapper Season, and Destin is full of anglers looking for a piece of the action. Tarpon are still putting tackle to the test along the Gulf Coast, while Cobia hit Jacksonville in the Northwest.

July

The Del Brown Permit Tournament is the most important fly fishing event in the state, and anglers flood Key West to enjoy it. Speaking of fly fishing, Tarpon are still around in Tampa Bay!

August

The heat and humidity can be exhausting this time of year. Beat the heat by fishing at night for Tarpon or Flounder. Otherwise, head offshore in search of huge Amberjack — it’s open season.

September

Snook are open for harvest from September onwards. The guys are as great to eat as they are to catch, and make inshore angling incredible. Kingfish show up in Jacksonville, making their way south.

October

The Destin Fishing Rodeo is the biggest tournament in the country, drawing tens of thousands of anglers each year. Blackfin Tuna are biting hard in the Keys and along the Gold Coast.

November

Lake Parish opens its gates for the exclusive Fish United Way Tournament. This is some of the best Crappie fishing around, if you can get in. Lower temperatures make for fun inshore action everywhere.

December

Sailfish are back across Southeast Florida, and the Stuart Sailfish Club Light Tackle Tournament has been making the most of it since the ‘50s. Reef fishing can be amazing this time of year.

Florida Fishing Calendar

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Dana T. fished with Flowing Water: Fish, Cruise & Tour on August 3, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
I recommend fishing with Robert James! He is experienced and knows where and how to catch fish.
Half day with Captain Ricky
Gregory G. fished with SeaCo Fishing Charters on August 3, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Yes, get a good guide and it will be a great experience. I have also been catching smaller fish from the shore.
24 Hour trip
Terrance W. fished with Southern Comfort IV Charters on August 2, 2021
Very Good Very Good Very Good Very Good Very Good
There was plenty of free parking near the boats. Would really recommend.
August fishing trip
Dennis B. fished with Bass Flats & Beyond - Okeechobee on August 2, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Depends on time of year. Was hoping for some trophy largemouth but my first hooking up to some peacock bass was awesome
Fishing with Michael
Kevin G. fished with Sun Chasing Charters on August 2, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
We didnโ€™t care what kinda fish long as we caught fish and captain Mike put us on trigger fish
Fishing with Steven
Lisa C. fished with Able Body Charters/Native's Son on August 1, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Bring A LOT of water and ice! More than you think you need! Plus a lot of sunscreen.
Half day
Kevin P. fished with Paradise Fly Sport Fishing on August 1, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Be prepared for the extreme heat in July and august
Enjoyed our charter
Scott T. fished with Fish-N-Fool on August 1, 2021
Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Itโ€™s tiger fish season, they are fun to catch.

FAQs about Fishing Charters in Florida

According to customer reviews, FishHuge Charters, Set On Everything Charters, and Captain Andy's Salty Adventures are some of the most popular fishing charters in Florida. Full list of top fishing charters in Florida.
FishHuge Charters, Set On Everything Charters, and Captain Andy's Salty Adventures all received great reviews from families who booked fishing trips in Florida.
The best way to experience fishing in Florida 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 Florida.
The top 8 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Florida are:
The heat and humidity can be exhausting this time of year. Beat the heat by fishing at night for Tarpon or Flounder. Otherwise, head offshore in search of huge Amberjack — it’s open season. Check availability for local fishing charters in Florida.