Clearwater Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Clearwater

Charlie Tita
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 1 day ago

Nearshore continues to be productive with a variety of Snapper including Hog Snapper and Inshore proves to be productive with quality Red Drum and Speckled Trout. Book a trip and also ask me about "catch and cook" at local restaurants after I properly filet and package your catch. 🎣

Charlie Tita Bradenton, Florida Reported: 1 day ago

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Austin Metcalf
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 1 day ago

Fishing has been great!

Austin Metcalf Bradenton, Florida Reported: 1 day ago

Fishing has been great!

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Joe Burruezo
Tampa, Florida
Reported: 3 days ago

Reds all over the bushes!

Joe Burruezo Tampa, Florida Reported: 3 days ago

Reds all over the bushes!

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Nick Ress with Salt Cracker Charters
Clearwater, Florida
Reported: 3 days ago

Red grouper fishing on 8 hours is hot!

Nick Ress with Salt Cracker Charters Clearwater, Florida Reported: 3 days ago

Red grouper fishing on 8 hours is hot!

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Jake Derado
Clearwater, Florida
Reported: 5 days ago

Redfish and snook fishing has been great!

Jake Derado Clearwater, Florida Reported: 5 days ago

Redfish and snook fishing has been great!

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Robert Denbo
Trinity, Florida
Reported: 6 days ago

Snook, trout and redfish!

Robert Denbo Trinity, Florida Reported: 6 days ago

Snook, trout and redfish!

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Steven Swindal
Apollo Beach, Florida
Reported: 6 days ago

Snook, trout and redfish are on fire right now

Steven Swindal Apollo Beach, Florida Reported: 6 days ago

Snook, trout and redfish are on fire right now

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Bryan Foley
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 6 days ago

Bryan Foley St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 6 days ago

The tarpon bite has been on fire. 🔥 Lots of migratory fish showing up, makes for a lot of options on where and how we can target them. Cut and live bait in the mornings, and crabs around the last full moon in the afternoon/ evenings. We have some nice mangrove snapper around if you are looking for table fare, and the snook redfish and trout have remained steady if you are looking for a fun easy catch and release bite.

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★★★★★
Had a great experience with Captain Nate! He was awesome with our 3 kids and made the experience very enjoyable!
Desiree M. | May 10, 2026

Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Went out on a solo flats trip with Captain Brad and had a great time. Slow morning picked up towards midday when we started pitching docks. Captain Brad was a great teacher, explained technique well and got us on fish. Friendly, knowledgeable, and a lot of fun had on the day
Steven K. | May 8, 2026

Trip: Clearwater Nearshore - 22’ Dusky
★★★★★
Very knowledgeable and fun a Fish with will definitely call him every time. I’m in town give him a 10+.
Judson K. | May 8, 2026

Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore
★★★★★
Awesome experience. Captain Brad and Ben were fantastic. Caught lots of fish. His experience was invaluable. Can’t wait to book him again.
Patrick F. | April 30, 2026

Trip: Clearwater Nearshore - 22’ Dusky
★★★★★
Nick is a great host. Very friendly and willing to share info to help us understand the fish and the waters we were fishing. Helped us have an awesome experience.
Kim J. | April 30, 2026

Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing - 22’ Aguasport
★★★★★
Kick ass time with Captain Nick and first mate Adam! 38 fish caught on a deep fish. They prepped the meat after and I’m still eating it every other night. Had a blast highly recommend
Daniel R. | April 30, 2026

Trip: Bottom Fishing
★★★★★
Nice trip and experience. Jim
James G. | April 28, 2026

Trip: In Or Near Shore Experience
★★★★★
We had a great time!! Very knowledgeable captain in the waters of Tampa Bay! I highly recommend for anyone.
Joe J. | April 28, 2026

Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Rodeo
★★★★★
Great was Great ! Aiden was also very good! We had a Great time and caught some Nice fish! Great boat too!
Bryan K. | April 27, 2026

Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience
★★★★★
Captain Phil was great and we all enjoyed the trip. The fish didn't cooperate at first, but Captain Phil moved us to another spot and we got better action. We had a miscommunication with the booking but Trey at Captain Experience was very helpful and we got everything worked out. Thanks Guys! I would book here again.
Andrew R. | April 24, 2026

Trip: Tampa Bay Shark Hunt

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