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October 7th – Clearwater Fishing Update:
October 7th – Clearwater Fishing Update:
October 7, 2025
As the fall season settles into Clearwater, we’re seeing some of the best inshore fishing conditions of the year. Cooler mornings, shifting tides, and cleaner water are setting the stage for steady action around bridges, docks, and grass flats. Our recent 4-hour Clearwater fishing charters have been full of variety — and plenty of bent rods! ? What’s Biting This Week This week, sheepshead and mangrove snapper have been the main targets around dock pilings and bridges, providing both steady action and great table fare. Redfish are schooling up in small packs along oyster bars, and we’ve had several days where doubles and triples came over the rail at once. Closer to the passes and nearshore structure, snook are still active — especially during the first few hours of daylight. The early morning tide change is prime time to hook into a few before the sun gets high. Whether you’re fishing as a family or looking for a quick solo trip, these 4-hour charters are the perfect way to get on the water without committing to a full day. With great weather and a variety of fish biting close to shore, it’s one of the best times of year to get out and enjoy the Gulf. ⚓ Why Fish Clearwater This Fall Clearwater’s waters are alive right now — clean tides, cooler temps, and plenty of baitfish have everything feeding. Our short trips keep you close to the action, running from the Clearwater Beach boat ramps out to nearby bridges, spoil islands, and the grass flats that surround the Intracoastal. Every trip is personalized, so whether you’re chasing redfish, snook, trout, or sheepshead, we’ll tailor the experience to your goals. If you haven’t joined us yet, now’s the time — fall fishing in Clearwater is something special. ? Stay Connected Want to keep up with what’s biting each week? ? Sign up for our email updates on **hidden content** to get fishing reports, seasonal tips, and early access to booking specials straight to your inbox. ? Next Week’s Preview: Big Trout on the Move Next week, we’ll dive into the inshore bite as big speckled trout start moving into the shallows with the cooling water temperatures. We’ll talk about where to find them, what lures and baits work best, and how to turn your next 4-hour trip into a trophy trout adventure!
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What anglers said about fishing in Pinellas County

Make sure you get the right Captain to get you in the right spots for a good experience.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure you get the right Captain to get you in the right spots for a good experience.
Suncoast Expeditions – Clearwater Fishing
Suncoast Expeditions – Clearwater Fishing
We just wanted a good time for the kids, not looking for a big fish and got exactly what we wanted. Lots of bites and saw some cool wildlife.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We just wanted a good time for the kids, not looking for a big fish and got exactly what we wanted. Lots of bites and saw some cool wildlife.
Chances R Fishing Charters
Chances R Fishing Charters
Simply give Captain Zachery a call or book through his webpage and let him guide you from there. Depending upon the tide level, water, temperature, clarity, and especially your target species Captain Zachery will know how to manage your charter.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Simply give Captain Zachery a call or book through his webpage and let him guide you from there. Depending upon the tide level, water, temperature, clarity, and especially your target species Captain Zachery will know how to manage your charter.
Wet Lines Fishing
Wet Lines Fishing
Best option vs a deep sea mass fishing charter. Spend a little more, and have a great, personalized experience.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Best option vs a deep sea mass fishing charter. Spend a little more, and have a great, personalized experience.
Down Range Charters
Down Range Charters
absolutely check the skyway and under all the little bridges. johns pass isnt bad either we went home with a cooler full baby!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
absolutely check the skyway and under all the little bridges. johns pass isnt bad either we went home with a cooler full baby!!!
Glo#1 Fishing Charters Captain Juan Herndon
Glo#1 Fishing Charters Captain Juan Herndon
Book a boat with good reviews. bring snacks, water and sunscreen or sun clothes.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book a boat with good reviews. bring snacks, water and sunscreen or sun clothes.
Leisure Life Charters
Leisure Life Charters
First trip with a private charter in Clearwater, easy to book, great communication, great equipment and fish locations.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
First trip with a private charter in Clearwater, easy to book, great communication, great equipment and fish locations.
Rebel Coast Charters
Rebel Coast Charters
I gave it four stars because I don't have anything to compare too. Everyone caught something, but wasn't crazy fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I gave it four stars because I don't have anything to compare too. Everyone caught something, but wasn't crazy fish.
Chances R Fishing Charters
Chances R Fishing Charters
Be flexible with the understanding that you’ll have more fun catching what is available than chasing more elusive species.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be flexible with the understanding that you’ll have more fun catching what is available than chasing more elusive species.
Markin’ Fish Charters
Markin’ Fish Charters
On an inshore trip, make it clear what you're looking to catch; tablefare, line tuggers, or specific species. The Captains will accommodate what you're looking to do.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
On an inshore trip, make it clear what you're looking to catch; tablefare, line tuggers, or specific species. The Captains will accommodate what you're looking to do.
Capt. DL Spragg Charters
Capt. DL Spragg Charters
I would certainly recommend Bill Parker to anyone visiting the area and want to explore the Gulf for fishing. It certainly made our vacation a wonderful memorable experience!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would certainly recommend Bill Parker to anyone visiting the area and want to explore the Gulf for fishing. It certainly made our vacation a wonderful memorable experience!
Rebel Coast Charters
Rebel Coast Charters
Hire Capt Jake. He knows the area and can put you on fish faster than you can figure it out on your own.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Hire Capt Jake. He knows the area and can put you on fish faster than you can figure it out on your own.
Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters
Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters
Book with CPT John. It was a great experience and he made it fun. Our group caught lots of Grey snapper. Evan was John's assistant (1st mate) and he was very helpful.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Book with CPT John. It was a great experience and he made it fun. Our group caught lots of Grey snapper. Evan was John's assistant (1st mate) and he was very helpful.
Miss Pass A Grille Deep Sea Fishing
Miss Pass A Grille Deep Sea Fishing
Fishing in St Petersburg is a great experience. Would recommend at least going out one time to see if you like it.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fishing in St Petersburg is a great experience. Would recommend at least going out one time to see if you like it.
Reef Relief Charters
Reef Relief Charters
St. Pete is a great place to fish, depending on the time of year, there is great variety in species, I have been a dozen times or more , and have always got fish on the boat!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
St. Pete is a great place to fish, depending on the time of year, there is great variety in species, I have been a dozen times or more , and have always got fish on the boat!
Angler's Dream Fishing
Angler's Dream Fishing
sit back and just enjoy! dont stress its still a fantastic time regardless the amount, size and so on. He has your covered regardless.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
sit back and just enjoy! dont stress its still a fantastic time regardless the amount, size and so on. He has your covered regardless.
Surreel Fishing Adventures
Surreel Fishing Adventures
I highly recommend Captain Torin Clark and fishing the intercostal waters in St Petersburg
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I highly recommend Captain Torin Clark and fishing the intercostal waters in St Petersburg
One More Charters
One More Charters
Good fishing, but very hot. In August with warmer waters, the mornings and evenings tend to be better as the warm water during mid day makes the fish sluggish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Good fishing, but very hot. In August with warmer waters, the mornings and evenings tend to be better as the warm water during mid day makes the fish sluggish.
Live Like a Local Boat Charters – Dunedin
Live Like a Local Boat Charters – Dunedin
As a born and raised Floridian the cooler months are always best in my opinion, but always get with your captain for best times for the species you desire to catch
Excellent
5.0 / 5
As a born and raised Floridian the cooler months are always best in my opinion, but always get with your captain for best times for the species you desire to catch
Playin' Hooky Charters
Playin' Hooky Charters
Sometimes you have to work for them, that’s why it’s called fishing. We had a great time out on the water!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Sometimes you have to work for them, that’s why it’s called fishing. We had a great time out on the water!
DoubleTime Inshore / Nearshore Charters
DoubleTime Inshore / Nearshore Charters