Fort Walton Beach Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Fort Walton Beach

Wayne Alexander

Wayne Alexander
Niceville, Florida
Reported: 4 days ago

It is off-season right now and I have not run in the past couple weeks. the last time I went out was on my own and caught red grouper Almaco Jack, King mackerel triggerfish, Amber Jack and Vermilion snapper.
Wayne Alexander
Wayne Alexander Niceville, Florida Reported: 4 days ago
It is off-season right now and I have not run in the past couple weeks. the last time I went out was on my own and caught red grouper Almaco Jack, King mackerel triggerfish, Amber Jack and Vermilion snapper.
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Craig Mullens
Pensacola Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Redsnapper and triggers are open
Craig Mullens
Craig Mullens Pensacola Beach, Florida Reported: 1 week ago
Redsnapper and triggers are open
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Alex Hare

Alex Hare
Destin, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Plenty of mingo snappers, triggerfish, and occasional black snappers mixed in! Been some king mackerels and tuna around as well!!
Alex Hare
Alex Hare Destin, Florida Reported: 1 week ago
Plenty of mingo snappers, triggerfish, and occasional black snappers mixed in! Been some king mackerels and tuna around as well!!
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
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Robbie Broestler

Robbie Broestler
Destin, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

The Gulf is producing good light tackle bottom fishing! Vermillion snapper and some keeper trigger fish still bitting good with our unusual warm temperatures. Red snapper are available for catch and keep on Friday through Sunday each weekend. Season on them closes on last weekend of November.
Robbie Broestler
Robbie Broestler Destin, Florida Reported: 1 week ago
The Gulf is producing good light tackle bottom fishing! Vermillion snapper and some keeper trigger fish still bitting good with our unusual warm temperatures. Red snapper are available for catch and keep on Friday through Sunday each weekend. Season on them closes on last weekend of November.
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Trey Baker

Trey Baker
Pensacola Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Tuna fishing has been great when the weather allows. Catching them on live baits, chunks and topwater around the oil rigs
Trey Baker
Trey Baker Pensacola Beach, Florida Reported: 1 week ago
Tuna fishing has been great when the weather allows. Catching them on live baits, chunks and topwater around the oil rigs
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Fishing in Pensacola Beach, Florida
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Nick Tate

Nick Tate
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Bluewater bite right now is absolutely phenomenal
Nick Tate
Nick Tate Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported: 1 week ago
Bluewater bite right now is absolutely phenomenal
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Alex Short

Alex Short
Destin, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Red snapper are still open on the weekends for the months of October and November on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. During the week we were able to keep Vermilion snapper, Spanish mackerel, King mackerel, and the bite has been very consistent. Book your trip while you can, life's too short...
Alex Short
Alex Short Destin, Florida Reported: 1 month ago
Red snapper are still open on the weekends for the months of October and November on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. During the week we were able to keep Vermilion snapper, Spanish mackerel, King mackerel, and the bite has been very consistent. Book your trip while you can, life's too short not to go fishing!
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Marvin Glasgow
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Sharks and Spanish mackerel have been on fire 🔥
Marvin Glasgow
Marvin Glasgow Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported: 1 month ago
Sharks and Spanish mackerel have been on fire 🔥
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What's Biting in Fort Walton Beach

Wayne Alexander
November 17th 2024
Niceville, Florida
Wayne Alexander
November 17th 2024
Niceville, Florida
Jason Mikel
November 14th 2024
Destin, Florida
Jason Mikel
November 14th 2024
Destin, Florida
Jason Mikel
November 14th 2024
Destin, Florida
Jason Mikel
November 14th 2024
Destin, Florida
Jason Mikel
November 14th 2024
Destin, Florida
Craig Mullens
November 14th 2024
Pensacola Beach, Florida
Craig Mullens
November 14th 2024
Pensacola Beach, Florida
Craig Mullens
November 14th 2024
Pensacola Beach, Florida
Craig Mullens
November 14th 2024
Pensacola Beach, Florida
Alex Hare
November 14th 2024
Destin, Florida
Alex Hare
November 14th 2024
Destin, Florida
Alex Hare
November 14th 2024
Destin, Florida
Alex Hare
November 14th 2024
Destin, Florida
Alex Hare
November 14th 2024
Destin, Florida

Recent Fort Walton Beach Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had such an amazing time! We had a townhome on the beach, and Fernando came to us! They really worked super hard to make sure we caught a shark, & all felt included!

    Wendy S. | November 17, 2024

    Trip: Shark Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Corey did an awesome job would. recommend

    Jerry C. | November 2, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Gulf Classics

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time on the water today, would highly recommend for fun and fishing.

    John R. | October 29, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Discovery: Fishing Intro

  • ★★★★★
    Tim was great! He made sure we caught lots of fish. The toilet on the boat wasn’t working but I’m still giving 5 stars for Tim!

    Lindsey M. | October 18, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    Very Knowledgable, Very personable, absolutely recommend Captain David. We have had several bay fishing trips and deep sea trips, David was hands down one of the very best. We will absolutely use him again!

    Chris G. | October 13, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    We highly recommend Captain Stephen! Best kids fishing trip ever & the spanish mackerel were soooo much fun to catch!!!

    Carrie W. | October 8, 2024

    Trip: Kids Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Corey was awesome. We caught lots of fish.

    John C S. | October 5, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Gulf Classics

  • ★★★★★
    Wonderful guide and day of fishing. David knew every place to catch a fish on the bay and we did some damage. :-)

    Rob L. | September 21, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    5 Stars! Capt Katie and her deck hand Nick (amazing young man) gave us a wonderful day of fishing on the Gulf. Her hospitality, knowledge of fishing in the Gulf and patient instruction made for a very enjoyable and interesting trip. We trolled for mackerel and did some bottom fishing for shark, which unexpectedly got us a red snapper plus a good size shark. For me it was a welcome return to nearshore fishing and for my son, a new experience. I highly recommend a trip with Capt Katie. She is keeping the spirit of Destin, the luckiest fishing village in the world, alive and well. You will not be disappointed.

    Stephen J. | September 16, 2024

    Trip: Captain’s Choice: Troll + Shark

  • ★★★★★
    We had the best time! Bowfishing is one of our favorite sports and being able to have the opportunity to take this trip was without a doubt the coolest experience! Thank you again for a great night!

    Kyle S. | September 11, 2024

    Trip: Nighttime Bowfishing Adventure

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