Freeport Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Freeport

Eric W.
Panama City Beach, Florida
Reported 10 hours ago

Vermillion snapper is still Excellent Triggerfish Red Grouper some Mahi are showing up

Eric W. Panama City Beach, Florida Reported 10 hours ago

Vermillion snapper is still Excellent
Triggerfish Red Grouper some Mahi are showing up

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Kent P.
DeFuniak Springs, Florida
Reported 23 hours ago

Snapper season starts may 22, we're getting dozens chumed up, several got back to the reef and popped off,

Kent P. DeFuniak Springs, Florida Reported 23 hours ago

Snapper season starts may 22, we're getting dozens chumed up, several got back to the reef and popped off,

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Stephen H.
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Reported 2 days ago

Vermillion Snapper, Red Grouper in big numbers. Catch and release Amberjack.

Stephen H. Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported 2 days ago

Vermillion Snapper, Red Grouper in big numbers. Catch and release Amberjack.

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Jason Y.
Shalimar, Florida
Reported 1 week ago

Mahi have been on fire 🔥

Jason Y. Shalimar, Florida Reported 1 week ago

Mahi have been on fire 🔥

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Jeff R.
Panama City Beach, Florida
Reported 1 week ago

sLast few weeks have been hot. Lots of Spanish Mackerel still running. We won 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for a sweep in the inshore competition last weekend. Seeing Mahi starting to come in, some big grouper, big red snapper, a couple big redfish caught offshore of all places. All...

Jeff R. Panama City Beach, Florida Reported 1 week ago

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Brandon S.
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Reported 1 week ago

The trout, redfish, and black drum have all been chewing down since May started. Had some amazing days on the water lately

Brandon S. Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported 1 week ago

The trout, redfish, and black drum have all been chewing down since May started. Had some amazing days on the water lately

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Alex H.
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Reported 1 week ago

Bottom fishing been great catching amberjacks, red snappers, triggerfish, vermillion and black snappers

Alex H. Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported 1 week ago

Bottom fishing been great catching amberjacks, red snappers, triggerfish, vermillion and black snappers

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Joshua R.
Callaway, Florida
Reported 1 week ago

5hr bottom trip

Joshua R. Callaway, Florida Reported 1 week ago

5hr bottom trip

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We had an amazing time with Jason! He was knowledgeable, patient, and made the whole trip fun from start to finish. He helped us find fish quickly, kept the experience exciting, and made sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip- highly recommend if you’re looking for a fun and memorable fishing experience!
Kaylee M. | May 16, 2026

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★★★★★
Great bunch of guys Great catch and hospitality! For sure going again !
Art S. | May 14, 2026

Trip: Half Day Adventure
★★★★★
5 stars out of 5 stars. Amazing trip! Thank you. We will be back next year on this same boat.
Chris P. | May 12, 2026

Trip: Harbor Hookup: Destin Fishing Fun
★★★★★
Zack was extremely knowledgable and professional. I’d recommend his services to anyone looking to hunt game in the defuniak/Destin area, cheers mate!
Jacob B. | May 8, 2026

Trip: 4 Hour Quick Hog Hunt Package
★★★★★
Absolutely loved every minute with the family out there, and wouldn't have been possible without Jake and Tim. We can't wait to book again, thank you guys. Till next time!
Josiah R. | May 5, 2026

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Had a great day of fishing. Non stop reeling. Took my son, son-in-law, and 2 nephews. No got sick. The only problem we had was we were exhausted from reeling in the fish. Great problem.
William B. | May 3, 2026

Trip: Destin Trolling & Bottom Fishing
★★★★★
Kyle was a very skilled captain. Found many fish for us
Susan E. | April 30, 2026

Trip: Destin Trolling & Bottom Fishing
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Max was a great guide. I had a fun time and he was a great guy to talk to as well. He was prompt and we got out right fishing right away.
Greg J. | April 25, 2026

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Don C. | April 24, 2026

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The trip was amazing! Captain put us on the fish immediately and was consistent through out! Four of us on the trip and we all caught more than 2 fish! Had a 100+ lb fish on but line snapped. Was a great experience and would fish with them again!
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Freeport Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Summer Destin Gulf Trip - 58 Ft C C

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