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Owen Whitehead
Owen W.
Melbourne, Florida
Reported 2 years ago
Lots of black drum and trout biting in this colder front that passed through. Shrimp and soft plastics working very effectively
Owen Whitehead
Owen W. Melbourne, Florida Reported 2 years ago
Lots of black drum and trout biting in this colder front that passed through. Shrimp and soft plastics working very effectively
Speckled Trout Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
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Owen Whitehead
Owen W.
Melbourne, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Fishing has been good with lots of fish around. Clear water, warm weather, and good times.
Owen Whitehead
Owen W. Melbourne, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Fishing has been good with lots of fish around. Clear water, warm weather, and good times.
Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
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Greg Barrow
Greg B.
Melbourne, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
As summertime nears the snook bite is heating up! Snook season closes May 31st and we've still have a few openings left before the season closes!!
Greg Barrow
Greg B. Melbourne, Florida Reported 3 years ago
As summertime nears the snook bite is heating up! Snook season closes May 31st and we've still have a few openings left before the season closes!!
Snook Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
Snook Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
Snook Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
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Rio Sirju
Rio S.
Satellite Beach, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
What's going on anglers! The beginning of March Beach bite has been relatively slow, we're mostly picking away at smaller whiting and more fish like jacks and ladyfish out of the surf. This is a promising sign of spring bait showing up as we transition into the spring weather pattern. Daylight savings will change the fish activity minutely, which helps us target fish from the surf earlier and later in the day.
With our conditions lately I have been staying busy fishing the river with mullet, in spring the fish that went deep out into the ICW or Ocean return...
Rio Sirju
Rio S. Satellite Beach, Florida Reported 3 years ago
What's going on anglers! The beginning of March Beach bite has been relatively slow, we're mostly picking away at smaller whiting and more fish like jacks and ladyfish out of the surf. This is a promising sign of spring bait showing up as we transition into the spring weather pattern. Daylight savings will change the fish activity minutely, which helps us target fish from the surf earlier and later in the day.
With our conditions lately I have been staying busy fishing the river with mullet, in spring the fish that went deep out into the ICW or Ocean return
to their tributaries to rest and spawn. Tarpon and snook will be moving into the rivers and will become a prominent target from land. Here is a slot snook & tarpon both caught on live mullet 2/0 circle hook and 30# leader. Tight lines!
Tarpon Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Tarpon Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
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Greg Barrow
Greg B.
Melbourne, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Snook bite has been hot! Lots of big and keeper slot size snook.
Greg Barrow
Greg B. Melbourne, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Snook bite has been hot! Lots of big and keeper slot size snook.
Snook Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
Snook Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
Snook Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
Snook Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
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Michael Pisciottano
Michael P.
Port Canaveral, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Tilapia are starting to spawn in the shallows of our freshwater lakes here in central Florida along with many other fish to shoot such as Florida gar suckers and much more!
Michael Pisciottano
Michael P. Port Canaveral, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Tilapia are starting to spawn in the shallows of our freshwater lakes here in central Florida along with many other fish to shoot such as Florida gar suckers and much more!
Tilapia Fishing in Port Canaveral, Florida, USA
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Matt Burr
Matt B.
Melbourne Beach, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
pompano bite has been insane if the treasure coast of south east Florida limits almost every trip ... flounder live baiting off the jetties for some nice doormats .. and snook season opened last night and we killed it
Matt Burr
Matt B. Melbourne Beach, Florida Reported 3 years ago
pompano bite has been insane if the treasure coast of south east Florida limits almost every trip ... flounder live baiting off the jetties for some nice doormats .. and snook season opened last night and we killed it
Florida Pompano Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Florida Pompano Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Florida Pompano Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Florida Pompano Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Florida Pompano Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
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Owen Whitehead
Owen W.
Melbourne, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Trout and drum biting on the inshore side. Live shrimp and popping corks have been productive
Owen Whitehead
Owen W. Melbourne, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Trout and drum biting on the inshore side. Live shrimp and popping corks have been productive
Black Drum Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
Black Drum Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
Black Drum Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
Black Drum Fishing in Melbourne, Florida
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Rio Sirju
Rio S.
Satellite Beach, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
What is going on people!!! Happy new year to everyone. Here on the beaches of Melbourne we've seen the beginning of our pompano run. Though the fish aren't here in numbers that doesn't mean you can't catch your limit, being at the right place on the right tide is extremely important if this is a goal of yours. We've been catching fish FAR out beyond 100 yards focusing on using live shrimp cut into pieces tipped with Fishgum and clams tied onto bare hooks with magic thread. I'm having most success with lighter leader so don't be afraid to size...
Rio Sirju
Rio S. Satellite Beach, Florida Reported 3 years ago
What is going on people!!! Happy new year to everyone. Here on the beaches of Melbourne we've seen the beginning of our pompano run. Though the fish aren't here in numbers that doesn't mean you can't catch your limit, being at the right place on the right tide is extremely important if this is a goal of yours. We've been catching fish FAR out beyond 100 yards focusing on using live shrimp cut into pieces tipped with Fishgum and clams tied onto bare hooks with magic thread. I'm having most success with lighter leader so don't be afraid to size down if you're not getting bites and if it's dead, move. Tight lines everyone!
Florida Pompano Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
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Matt Burr
Matt B.
Melbourne Beach, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Pompano fishing been hot on treasure coast of south Florida past few weeks, showing up in huge numbers. Beach fishing is a great way for kids and families to learn to surf fish and enjoy the day on the beach flounder and snook as well.
Matt Burr
Matt B. Melbourne Beach, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Pompano fishing been hot on treasure coast of south Florida past few weeks, showing up in huge numbers. Beach fishing is a great way for kids and families to learn to surf fish and enjoy the day on the beach flounder and snook as well.
Flounder Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Flounder Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Flounder Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Flounder Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Flounder Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Flounder Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Flounder Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
Flounder Fishing in Melbourne Beach, Florida
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Recent Cocoa Beach Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Rick was wonderful! We had a lot of fun and caught a variety of fish. Rick was so flexible, he went above and beyond to adjust our fishing trip to accommodate the weather and give us the best experience we could have. He was knowledgeable, easy to chat with, had our poles ready to go, and lots of bait. We had some extra time so he gave us a tour of the cape. My son had a blast. Definitely plan to fish with Captain Rick again!

    Alison W. | October 2, 2026

    Trip: Half Day Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great day with captain Todd despite the windy conditions. Extremely knowledgeable and he taught my grandson how to walk the dog on his first cast. Looking forward to booking with Todd again.

    Robert B. | September 25, 2026

    Trip: Sight Fishing Mosquito Lagoon

  • ★★★★★
    Such an amazing time with Daniel! The whole process from the time we arrived to the boat until we left was as smooth as can be. On board he was fun, provided us tons of insight and helped us catch some awesome fish! Would highly recommend this charter to anyone!!

    Allie T. | August 10, 2026

    Trip: Sebastian Inlet Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Great half day trip Joey got us on the fish. Can’t wait to get back out there! Billy Shope

    Bill S. | August 6, 2026

    Trip: 5,7,9 Hour Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Cody was great. He was fully prepared and ready to go as soon as we pulled in. He had a great spot and we caught a bunch of fish. My son’s 13th bday present and he caught 3 snook. His first time salt water fishing and Cody made it great for him. He was quick, knowledgeable and a great guy. Will for sure book again.

    William M. | August 5, 2026

    Trip: Cape Canaveral Inshore/Nearshore

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    Cody is a great captain. Myself and my boys really enjoyed ourselves and caught huge snook.

    James G. | July 31, 2026

    Trip: Cape Canaveral Inshore/Nearshore

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    Our fishing trip out of Port Canaveral with Captain David was absolutely fantastic! Me, my daughter, and fiancé had an amazing time. He had us catching fish from the very first stop. This was my 12 year old daughter’s first boat experience. She loved it. Even with a little wavy action rocking her to sleep a little, she loved it and had a wonderful time. Beyond catching fish, we were treated to some amazing wildlife sightings as well including a manatee, birds, multiple barracuda (I caught one of them), and even a massive 10-foot hammerhead shark that swam right under the boat. Captain David was knowledgeable, friendly, and knew exactly where to put us on the fish. I highly recommend booking a trip with him. We’ll definitely be back!

    Richard D. | July 22, 2026

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Nearshore Trips

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    Captain David was great. Super helpful, knowledgeable and quick to help everyone. Got us on fish quick while trying to get us on bigger fish. We all had a great experience

    Timothy S. | June 24, 2026

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Nearshore Trips

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    Greg was awesome Worked hard great attitude Will fish with him again

    Eric S. | June 18, 2026

    Trip: Sebastian Inlet On Light Tackle

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    Rick was amazing! Accommodated all of us each with varying levels of experience! I will be back Rick!!

    Tammie K. | June 18, 2026

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