We had a devastating red tide bloom farther up in the bay than usual where literally tons of fish died. After a few weeks, the rain water washed the red tide out and baitfish made their way back up into tampa bay. The food chain is real, meaning the baitfish are followed by everything that eats them. Tarpon, snapper, redfish, snook, trout, tripletail, sharks, are all in the chain. It should remain that way until we start getting cold fronts. The seasons have been early the past year so get it while its hot!

Once that pollen showed up, the fish did too. This is one of the best years I’ve seen. The past closures of snook trout and redfish have had great results, allowing our prized inshore slam species to multiply like roaches. We are also seeing good numbers of sharks and cobia, as well as all other game fish. Snapper, triple tail, black drum, and cobia are the grocery species right now. Needless to say, the fishing is great right now. I’d be hungry too if I sat still all winter.

There are plenty of big ones lurking. Also sheepshead, snapper, trout, and more! Dont be fooled by the cold weather, the water is still at a fishable temperature. Essentially all species are being caught so take your pick!

The weather has been cold but the bite is hot! Sheepshead, Black Drum, Cobia, Snook, Redfish, Trout are all plentiful. Feed the family or go after trophy snook and reds. Afternoon trips are the way to go this time of year. Let the sun get up in the air and warm the fish up. Or if youre after snook night time has been the best. Book your trip today!

Cold water is approaching and the fish are fattening up for winter! They need to eat to prepare for the cold so come take advantage of it! We have been catching top slot redfish, trophy snook, and big cobia(sushi grade fish) for dinner! Black drum, trout, and sheepshead are also prevalent. The weather has been gorgeous, the kind of days that make you realize why everyone wants to move to florida! Take advantage of Capt. Max's Holiday Social Distance Special today!