Fresh Tampa Fishing Reports

The Gag Grouper bite offshore and inshore has been absolutely phenomenal. It’s truly one of the best bites we’ve ever seen. Now is the time to book before it’s too late!

The bite has been decent on recent trips producing a variety of different fish species. Spotted Seatrout in particular have been yielding large catches for the table and guests enjoying the holidays with family. With the weather being relatively mild and water temperatures in the 70’s it is not a bad time to book your next trip on the water.

It’s that time of year!!! The weather has started to cool down, and the Gag Grouper and Kingfish start filtering into Tampa Bay! We are already starting to reel in those monster Gag Groupers, and the Kingfish are showing up as well. The Gag Grouper is a Florida fishing staple! They love to hang out around reefs and drop offs, but you can occasionally find younger ones hanging out in seagrass beds. The average size of an adult weighs in around 30 pounds, yet you would think you were reeling in something three times the size when you feel it latch on! Kingfish are definitely one of the most regal fish in the sea. Despite being included in the mackerel family, these fish can weigh in around 30 pounds. The current Florida record is a whopping 90 pounds! Kingfish are notorious for their impressive leaps, spins, and explosive runs, so once you’ve hooked onto them, you better hang on tight (and make sure someone is recording the action)!

Tampa bay lucked out big time dodging the eye of hurricane Ian and God bless those severely affected. It seems as if fish took refuge from down south into tampa bay. Post-storm we have been seeing larger numbers in schools of fish. As well as catching some irregular, more tropical species. Right now just about every species is available, take advantage of it before the water gets too cold!

Tarpon, also known as the “Silver Giants”, are on a lot of anglers’ bucket list! They will definitely put your muscles (and patience) to the test. Tampa Bay and its surrounding waterways are a haven for these beautiful monsters during the late spring and early summertime. Now’s the time to book your Tarpon charter!

Summer is finally here-probably my favorite. And im not one for favorites. Just about every inshore species is available. Snook, snapper, trout, mackerel, redfish, tarpon, cobia, tripletail, sharks, jacks, you name it. The bay is full of bait and the fish are right behind them. Get em before it gets too hot!