Niceville Fishing Reports (October 2026)

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Zach W.

Destin, Florida

Reported 1 year ago

Fishing is good

Zach W. Destin, Florida Reported 1 year ago

Fishing is good

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Brantley G.

Miramar Beach, Florida

Reported 1 year ago

A few days ago. Two man limit, released a lot.

Brantley G. Miramar Beach, Florida Reported 1 year ago

A few days ago. Two man limit, released a lot.

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Cliff A.

Destin, Florida

Reported 1 year ago

The federal boats got our Red Snapper Season extended to Dec 31st We are catching good Red Snapper ,Vermillion snapper and triggerfish on our 6hr and longer trips. We are open foe charter all through the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.

Cliff A. Destin, Florida Reported 1 year ago

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Wayne A.

Niceville, Florida

Reported 1 year ago

Last trip

Wayne A. Niceville, Florida Reported 1 year ago

Last trip

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Matthew C.

Valparaiso, Florida

Reported 1 year ago

Happy Thanksgiving!

Matthew C. Valparaiso, Florida Reported 1 year ago

Happy Thanksgiving!

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Dexter E.

Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Reported 1 year ago

The youngest guy in the picture of three was 81 years old. I hope I'm as blessed as they are to still be able to do what I love to do at their age.

Dexter E. Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported 1 year ago

The youngest guy in the picture of three was 81 years old. I hope I'm as blessed as they are to still be able to do what I love to do at their age.

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Wayne A.

Niceville, Florida

Reported 1 year 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 A. Niceville, Florida Reported 1 year ago

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Alex H.

Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Reported 1 year ago

Plenty of mingo snappers, triggerfish, and occasional black snappers mixed in! Been some king mackerels and tuna around as well!!

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

Plenty of mingo snappers, triggerfish, and occasional black snappers mixed in! Been some king mackerels and tuna around as well!!

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Robbie B.

Niceville, Florida

Reported 1 year 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 B. Niceville, Florida Reported 1 year ago

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Nick T.

Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Reported 1 year ago

Bluewater bite right now is absolutely phenomenal

Nick T. Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported 1 year ago

Bluewater bite right now is absolutely phenomenal

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Recent Niceville Reviews

★★★★★
Jp and Krueger were awesome
Ryan B. | September 28, 2026

Trip: Destin Offshore Fishing
★★★★★
We definitely had a good trip with Captain harold. He put us on fish all day long on our 10hr trip. We caught a lot of fish between the 6 of us at every location captain harold stopped us at. We recommend this guide to anyone who wants to have fun catching fish.
Buddy D. | September 28, 2026

Trip: Destin Full-Day Fish Fest
★★★★★
Alex did a great job. It was not a good day for some guys out yesterday but Alex got our limits. I highly recommend him
Ryan S. | September 27, 2026

Trip: Red Snapper And Grouper Fishing!!!
★★★★★
Was a great experience for my inexperienced family. First we caught bait fish jigging a little offshore. Using a 5 hook rig almost every time we hooked multiple fish. Catching 4 to 5 was not uncommon. Then we went about 8 miles offshore to fish in about 90’ of water. Everyone caught fish. Just a note that catching a 24” amberjack in 90’ of water will wear a person out. Though we caught lots of fish only had 3 of keeper size. My entire group said they would do it again.
David S. | September 18, 2026

Trip: Slay Ride Light Tackle Specialist
★★★★★
We had a great time with Jonathan. He was patient with us three amateurs and put us on some nice redfish. My grandson who is 7 had a blast catching his first redfish. Thanks again.
Joseph S. | September 17, 2026

Trip: Fall Inshore Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Honestly, we were very disappointed in our trip. The beginning was fine. As time went on, David ‘s language was a bit rough with choice words that we didn’t need to hear. His driving of the boat in rough water was way too fast and both of our backs are still hurting a week later . And we may be a bit older- but both in good shape. At the end of the trip- just had us casting in grass. Never been on a trip where at least cold bottles of water weren’t offered or available . Would never recommend. Expensive trip for a few fish and not as we have experienced before on other fishing outings. We did give a nice tip 20% because that’s who we are . Wish him the best in the future.
Caleb M. | September 15, 2026

Trip: Bay Fishing Trips
★★★★★
Captain Richie did not disappoint. Party of 10 with 8 of us beginners, each came away with multiple catches! During our last stop, we encountered a school of Mahi Mahi. Captain Richie and crew tried to capture as many possible!! Will definitely book again!
Kevin D. | September 11, 2026

Trip: 6 Hour Let's Hit The Water Trip
★★★★★
Amazing Trip with Blaze and Kyle! We highly Recommend.
Donielle M. | September 5, 2026

Trip: Fall Special Deal 33
★★★★★
Excellent captain! Took me to fish and very knowledgeable. Caught the fish!
Thayne B. | September 3, 2026

Trip: Gulf Fishing Adventure
★★★★★
Great time with Capt Alex !!! Worked hard on getting us on fish and keeping us w bait on our lines . Def knowledgeable!! Def knows how to catch fish !!!! Very personable all in all great day !! Def highly recommend !
Matt K. | August 31, 2026

Trip: Destin Bottom Fishing And Trolling!

Niceville Fishing Reports (October 2026)

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Niceville Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Niceville

Target Species

What's Biting in Niceville

Top Fishing Trips in Niceville

Destin Nearshore Run

Federally Permitted 31’ Sportsman

Offshore Fishing Destin

Crab Island, Dolphin, Beach Tours

Offshore Trolling

6-10 Hour Trip – Offshore

Recent Niceville Reviews

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