Cedar Key Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Cedar Key

Mark R.
Crystal River, Florida
Reported 4 months ago

Trout fishing has been really good. Sheep head are starting to show up. Reds are still biting good.

Mark R. Crystal River, Florida Reported 4 months ago

Trout fishing has been really good. Sheep head are starting to show up. Reds are still biting good.

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Mark R.
Crystal River, Florida
Reported 8 months ago

Grouper and redfish has been very good this month. Trout fishing will be firing up in a couple of weeks.

Mark R. Crystal River, Florida Reported 8 months ago

Grouper and redfish has been very good this month. Trout fishing will be firing up in a couple of weeks.

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Mark R.
Crystal River, Florida
Reported 8 months ago

Scallops are in full swing. Good divers are getting their limits. Redfish are firing up on the outer islands and spoil banks.

Mark R. Crystal River, Florida Reported 8 months ago

Scallops are in full swing. Good divers are getting their limits. Redfish are firing up on the outer islands and spoil banks.

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Justin R.
Crystal River, Florida
Reported 1 year ago

Fishing is on fire

Justin R. Crystal River, Florida Reported 1 year ago

Fishing is on fire

Mahi Mahi Fishing in Crystal River, Florida

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Mark R.
Crystal River, Florida
Reported 1 year ago

Water is cooling off and the fishing is getting hot.

Mark R. Crystal River, Florida Reported 1 year ago

Water is cooling off and the fishing is getting hot.

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Justin R.
Crystal River, Florida
Reported 1 year ago

Redfish and trout are fired up. Good snook. Inspire rocks are loaded with grouper

Justin R. Crystal River, Florida Reported 1 year ago

Redfish and trout are fired up. Good snook. Inspire rocks are loaded with grouper

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Leon H.
Hernando, Florida
Reported 1 year ago

Leon H. Hernando, Florida Reported 1 year ago

Trout bite The trout are moving around on the flats in 2ft to 4ft of water and there are a few out in the 8ft to 9ft of water still. Use a popping cork for the trout on the flats with a 1/4oz or 1/8oz Jighead with a shrimp or artificial and use a MirrOdine XL to trigger them big trout to bite. When you are fishing them deeper trout use a 1/4oz Jighead with a shrimp or artificial lure.

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Jayson P.
Cedar Key, Florida
Reported 1 year ago

Black drums and reds are chewing

Jayson P. Cedar Key, Florida Reported 1 year ago

Black drums and reds are chewing

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Crystal River

Crystal River Near And Inshore

100% (38) Guided by Kevin

24 ft 1 - 12 People From $500

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Regular And VIP Scalloping Trips

100% (20) Managed by Leon

21 ft 1 - 6 People From $500

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Battling Sharks!

100% (10) Guided by Jayson

24 ft 1 - 6 People From $600

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Crystal River

Crystal River Rod-Bender

100% (5) Guided by Mark

24 ft 1 - 4 People From $500

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Good Ol' Gator Hunting

100% (20) Managed by Leon

21 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,200

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Recent Cedar Key Reviews

★★★★★
Captain Leo is Leon’s father and was our captain for the trip. I give him a big thank you and a score of ten
Rob &. | April 23, 2026

Trip: Crushin' It Inshore Special
★★★★★
Captain Mike is thorough, calm, knowledgeable, and put us on fish, even though there was marginal tide movement. He will be our go to guy now for inshore.
Ken H. | March 30, 2026

Trip: Half Day Trip AM (1 Person MAX)
★★★★★
Had an amazing day on the water with Kevin. He worked hard to get us on the fish and it paid off with a monster redfish! He is great company and very entertaining as well. Taught us all along the way. Would definitely recommend and will most certainly book again! Thank you Kevin for a memorable day!
Jeff S. | March 22, 2026

Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore
★★★★★
Jayson is top notch! Knows all the spots and a true gentleman to my boys and I!! We will be reaching back out to him in the summer for our next vacation!
Hiler H. | March 20, 2026

Trip: Family Fishing Fun
★★★★★
Had a great time fishing with Justin under very difficult conditions. Would definitely sue Justin again. Brad
Brad S. | March 16, 2026

Trip: Epic Nature Coast Catch
★★★★★
My family had a great time fishing with Captain Kevin! He seems very knowledgeable about the area and we had some great catches! He taught my six year old how to cast and showed my two year old the bait and fish they caught. We stopped to get some shells for my little one to throw into the water too. He was awesome baiting our lines and taking fish off! We had a great time! Thank you Captain Kevin!!
Meredith K. | February 14, 2026

Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore
★★★★★
Our trip was amazing. Captain Brad has a great boat and top equipment. He knew the area well and got us on fish. We will definitely be booking another trip in the future!
Richard K. | January 23, 2026

Trip: 4-8 Hours Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Kevin was very knowledgeable and put us on fish right away. I caught a red drum just like I wanted. He was polite and helpful.
Alyssa S. | December 14, 2025

Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore
★★★★★
Great Trip! Leon put us on some nice reds..We will definitely be using him again when we come back to Crystal River !
Denise M. | November 9, 2025

Trip: Regular And VIP Scalloping Trips
★★★★★
Gavin was an amazing Captain! Our group of six women had a blast and enjoyed every minute. Gavin was knowledgeable, polite, fun, and considerate! We filled our bucket! We will return and use him again for sure!!
Krista L. | August 31, 2025

Trip: Scalloping Trips

Cedar Key Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Cedar Key Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Cedar Key

Target Species

What's Biting in Cedar Key

Top Fishing Trips in Cedar Key

Crystal River Near And Inshore

Regular And VIP Scalloping Trips

Battling Sharks!

Crystal River Rod-Bender

Good Ol' Gator Hunting

Yankeetown Inshore/Nearshore Trip

Recent Cedar Key Reviews

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