Freeport Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Nathan Stow
Panama City, Florida
Reported: 7 months ago

Blue water is in close right now. Bite seems to be better in the afternoon right now than in the morning, but we've been catching them. Bottom fishing has been great and so has blue water trolling. A lot of shark activity so we're having to get them to the...

Nathan Stow Panama City, Florida Reported: 7 months ago

Gag Grouper Fishing in Panama City, Florida

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Brantley Galloway
Miramar Beach, Florida
Reported: 8 months ago

This mornings trip. Fish are Biting.

Brantley Galloway Miramar Beach, Florida Reported: 8 months ago

This mornings trip. Fish are Biting.

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Eric Wilkas
Panama City Beach, Florida
Reported: 8 months ago

Mutton Snapper 14 lbs this week. We are catching Vermillion snapper limits too. Each trip we are catch some beautiful Mangrove snappers too. Sept 1-14 Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, AmberJack, Red Snapper, Trigger Fish and many others will be in Season. These days are filling up fast.

Eric Wilkas Panama City Beach, Florida Reported: 8 months ago

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Wayne Alexander
Niceville, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

Red snapper has slow down in state waters, but it is towards the end of the red snapper season. Vermilion snapper, red grouper and some scamp grouper have been dependable.

Wayne Alexander Niceville, Florida Reported: 9 months ago

Red snapper has slow down in state waters, but it is towards the end of the red snapper season. Vermilion snapper, red grouper and some scamp grouper have been dependable.

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Robbie Broestler
Niceville, Florida
Reported: 11 months ago

I caught 36 head of Pompano three sharks about 15 head of ladyfish in about 18 to 20 head of catfish from 6 AM to 11:45 AM.

Robbie Broestler Niceville, Florida Reported: 11 months ago

I caught 36 head of Pompano three sharks about 15 head of ladyfish in about 18 to 20 head of catfish from 6 AM to 11:45 AM.

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Jordan Smith
Mary Esther, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Catch n release amberjack!

Jordan Smith Mary Esther, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Catch n release amberjack!

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Kyle Lowe
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Been seeing some very nice banjo triggerfish, there are some Spring time red groupers around and as always a bunch of vermillion snapper.

Kyle Lowe Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Been seeing some very nice banjo triggerfish, there are some Spring time red groupers around and as always a bunch of vermillion snapper.

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Christopher Mitchell
Destin, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Lots of Cinnsational Red Grouper ro catch but finding a keeper takes time and some lucky!!

Christopher Mitchell Destin, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Lots of Cinnsational Red Grouper ro catch but finding a keeper takes time and some lucky!!

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★★★★★
Kyle was a very skilled captain. Found many fish for us
Susan E. | April 30, 2026

Trip: Destin Trolling & Bottom Fishing
★★★★★
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

Trip: 4-Hour Inshore
★★★★★
Kyle and first mate Dan were awesome. They got us onto some great fishing. Caught limit on vermillion.
Don C. | April 24, 2026

Trip: Destin Fishing Trip
★★★★★
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!
David P. | April 18, 2026

Trip: Niceville Gulf Fishing
★★★★★
Although deckhand Larry was new to fishing, he was very friendly, kind, and helpful! Just what you want on an unfamiliar excursion! He also hooked all bait for me, appreciated it!
Ashley R. | April 16, 2026

Trip: Destin Offshore Fishing
★★★★★
We were a family of six with kids from 6-15. All had a great time. Boat was a good size for us beginners. Jake and Tim worked hard to help us have a memorable experience. We had no prior fishing experience, but they helped us get comfortable with what to do and then found us the fish to catch. I would highly recommend and would look to adventure with them again.
Adam S. | April 14, 2026

Trip: 3 Hr Kids Fishing Trip
★★★★★
We had a great trip! Weather was amazing and fish were biting! Even with a little sea sickness we all had an amazing time. Captains kept it fun and were very knowledgeable and on point with a plan!
Alicia N. | April 14, 2026

Trip: PCB Reefs And Trolling
★★★★★
Max was great we had a lot of fun catching fish.
Darrel K. | April 13, 2026

Trip: 4-Hour Offshore Fishing
★★★★★
We had an amazing trip with the kids. A lot of action, everyone caught a handful of fish and had a blast. We brought home 30+ fish and had an amazing dinner. Couldn’t recommend more - we’d love to run it back on our next trip!
Jim P. | April 12, 2026

Trip: Destin Spring Special
★★★★★
10/10 great time. We took our 3 kids and their friend on 6 hr charter. Cliff and Austin are a great team. We kept Austin busy baiting our hooks and taking off the 48 fish we caught. Cliff took us down the shoreline and we stopped at all his favorite fishing holes. We caught numerous vermillion snapper and trigger fish. We caught a Bonita trolling through the inlet. Every fish we pulled up put up a great fight , our arms were tired bye the end of the day. I would definitely recommend taking Dramamine before you get on the boat and wear rubber sole shoes so you don’t slide around if boat is rocking. Bring snacks. We wore our sun shirts over our swimsuits and were comfortable. The early morning ride out of the harbor had us all in sweatshirts and pants. Lots of memories were made. Thank you
Erin Z. | April 12, 2026

Trip: Destin Deep Sea Adventure