Niceville Fishing Reports (October 2026)

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Destin, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

Inshore gulf fishing has been pretty good. We're catching a variety of fish everything from red snapper to gag and Red grouper, scamps and lane and vermilion snappers.

John T. Destin, Florida Reported 6 months ago

Inshore gulf fishing has been pretty good. We're catching a variety of fish everything from red snapper to gag and Red grouper, scamps and lane and vermilion snappers.

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Christopher M.

Destin, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

Grouper bite in Destin right now

Christopher M. Destin, Florida Reported 6 months ago

Grouper bite in Destin right now

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Kent P.

DeFuniak Springs, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

The water temp is just at 67 the 68-72 is prime

Kent P. DeFuniak Springs, Florida Reported 6 months ago

The water temp is just at 67 the 68-72 is prime

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Alex H.

Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

Bottom fishing has been on fire. Red snappers, black snappers, mingo snappers, lane snappers, gag groupers and amberjacks have been plentiful

Alex H. Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported 6 months ago

Bottom fishing has been on fire. Red snappers, black snappers, mingo snappers, lane snappers, gag groupers and amberjacks have been plentiful

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Kyle L.

Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Reported 7 months ago

We are still seeing good numbers of Red Grouper! Also super stoked with opening of triggerfish! As always we have plenty of vermillion snapper around to add to the haul! Mild temps and good fishing make for great days!

Kyle L. Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported 7 months ago

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Robbie B.

Niceville, Florida

Reported 7 months ago

Tried to send maybe to many pictures the other day. Went through that time.

Robbie B. Niceville, Florida Reported 7 months ago

Tried to send maybe to many pictures the other day. Went through that time.

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Jason Y.

Shalimar, Florida

Reported 7 months ago

It's been a pretty slow two weeks. We've had a lot of crappy conditions, so it's been tough getting out, but as far as the fish bite, it's been really good.

Jason Y. Shalimar, Florida Reported 7 months ago

It's been a pretty slow two weeks. We've had a lot of crappy conditions, so it's been tough getting out, but as far as the fish bite, it's been really good.

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Zach B.

Rosemary Beach, Florida

Reported 7 months ago

We caught 2 more great whites on a birthday party charter for carter 9th bday and braydens 11th bday

Zach B. Rosemary Beach, Florida Reported 7 months ago

We caught 2 more great whites on a birthday party charter for carter 9th bday and braydens 11th bday

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Alex H.

Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Reported 7 months ago

Bottom fishing has been on fire. Scamp groupers,Red groupers, Gag groupers, red snappers, triggerfish, and Black snappers. Been a few Redfish around as well

Alex H. Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported 7 months ago

Bottom fishing has been on fire. Scamp groupers,Red groupers, Gag groupers, red snappers, triggerfish, and Black snappers. Been a few Redfish around as well

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Jordan S.

Mary Esther, Florida

Reported 7 months ago

Bass fishing!

Jordan S. Mary Esther, Florida Reported 7 months ago

Bass fishing!

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Fall Special Deal 27

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100% (14) Guided by Jordan

22 ft 1 - 6 People From $875

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Gulf & Bay Fishing Adventure

100% (2) Guided by Ken

22 ft 1 - 10 People From $800

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Family Half Day - 24' Proline

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $975

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Federally Permitted 31’ Sportsman

88% (16) Guided by Ryan

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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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Fall Special Deal 27

Sharks Baby! - 22’ Cape Horn

Gulf & Bay Fishing Adventure

Family Half Day - 24' Proline

Federally Permitted 31’ Sportsman

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