Ocala Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Ocala

Robert Mcclinnis
Crawfordville, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

It can be windy and tough, but if you find a place to tuck up where there's a depot, you can catch trout pompano and other fish with a shrimp on a jig head suspended under a cork.

Robert Mcclinnis Crawfordville, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

It can be windy and tough, but if you find a place to tuck up where there's a depot, you can catch trout pompano and other fish with a shrimp on a jig head suspended under a cork.

Florida Pompano, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida

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Leon Hampton with Reel Time Outfitters
Hernando, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Redfish, trout and Black drum With the cooler weather moving in the fish are moving into the rivers and creeks. We are using artificial and shrimp to catch them in the deeper holes as the weather keeps getting colder the fish will keep moving into the deep holes and you...

Leon Hampton with Reel Time Outfitters Hernando, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Redfish, trout and Black drum
With the cooler weather moving in the fish are moving into the rivers and creeks. We are using artificial and shrimp to catch them in the deeper holes as the weather keeps getting colder the fish will keep moving into the deep holes and you can sit in one hole and catch everything.

Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida

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Leon Hampton with Reel Time Outfitters
Hernando, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

The crappie are getting ready to spawn here in Florida and the bite is going off. We are using minnows under slip corks and jigs in 4ft to 11ft of water around docks and grass.

Leon Hampton with Reel Time Outfitters Hernando, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

The crappie are getting ready to spawn here in Florida and the bite is going off. We are using minnows under slip corks and jigs in 4ft to 11ft of water around docks and grass.

Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida

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Robert Mcclinnis
Crawfordville, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

It's that time of year, water temperatures are dropping, Speckled trout and pompano are moving in tight to bars and tross and getting fat for the cold winter. You're favorite jig and cork combo. Whether it be a DOA, gulp, Salt water assassin (my personal favorite). Other things work good...

Robert Mcclinnis Crawfordville, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

It's that time of year, water temperatures are dropping, Speckled trout and pompano are moving in tight to bars and tross and getting fat for the cold winter.
You're favorite jig and cork combo. Whether it be a DOA, gulp, Salt water assassin (my personal favorite). Other things work good as well suspending bates like mirrodien, or your favorite top water.
Sara and her friends had a blast today.

Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida

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Leon Hampton with Reel Time Outfitters
Hernando, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

The gag grouper bite is on fire right now. We are using live pinfish and casting plugs and trolling plugs. We are focusing on 8ft to 30ft of water rocks and ledges.

Leon Hampton with Reel Time Outfitters Hernando, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

The gag grouper bite is on fire right now.
We are using live pinfish and casting plugs and trolling plugs. We are focusing on 8ft to 30ft of water rocks and ledges.

Gag Grouper Fishing in Crystal River, Florida

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Robert Mcclinnis
Crawfordville, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

With the storm and the full moon passing. The redfish bite has exploded. When in the right spot it's not unheard-of to catch 20-100 fish. This is highly possible for the next two months.

Robert Mcclinnis Crawfordville, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

With the storm and the full moon passing. The redfish bite has exploded.
When in the right spot it's not unheard-of to catch 20-100 fish. This is highly possible for the next two months.

Redfish Fishing in Crystal River, Florida

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Mark Reeves
Crystal River, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing report, mangrove, snapper, or Plantiful, still trout in the area redfish bites tracks in the far off

Mark Reeves Crystal River, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing report, mangrove, snapper, or Plantiful, still trout in the area redfish bites tracks in the far off

Mangrove Snapper, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida

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Robert Mcclinnis
Crawfordville, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

It has been windy for several days, but jigheads with your favorite soft plastics have yielded a few nice trout. Makenzie with a prime specimen

Robert Mcclinnis Crawfordville, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

It has been windy for several days, but jigheads with your favorite soft plastics have yielded a few nice trout. Makenzie with a prime specimen

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★★★★★
Great Trip! Leon put us on some nice reds..We will definitely be using him again when we come back to Crystal River !
Denise M. | November 9, 2025

Trip: Regular And VIP Scalloping Trips
★★★★★
We had a great time. The guide was very knowledgeable. It was quite the experience and the location was perfect too. Lots of wildlife everywhere. Would highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys a good hunt.
Sterling F. | September 16, 2025

Trip: Thermal Hog Hunt
★★★★★
We had an awesome time with Justin! Great captain and he even cleaned the scallops we found! We will be back again! Thank you!!!
Kristin C. | August 24, 2025

Trip: Crystal Coast Scalloping
★★★★★
We had an incredible day scalloping with Captain Justin! From start to finish, he made the entire trip safe, fun, and stress-free. He knew exactly where to take us, and we were pulling in scallops right away. Justin was extremely thoughtful and patient, teaching us the best techniques and making sure everyone felt comfortable in the water. His experience and knowledge really showed, and it made the day unforgettable. If you’re looking for a captain who truly cares and makes the whole adventure enjoyable, Captain Justin is the one. We couldn’t recommend him more! Thanks for a great time mate!!
Jesse H. | August 16, 2025

Trip: Crystal Coast Scalloping
★★★★★
Loved scalloping with Captain Mike! He is truly an expert on the water! Will definitely be back again to find more scallops with rest of fam. Had so much fun; truly a great experience! Thank you again Captain Mike! Semper Fi!! Angel and Kerry
Kerry G. | July 28, 2025

Trip: Crystal River Scalloping
★★★★★
Highly recommended. Great time with a great captain!
Matthew L. | July 20, 2025

Trip: Crystal River Scalloping
★★★★★
Our trip with Captain Will was excellent! He’s a great fisherman and we caught a variety of fish. He knows the area well and is highly recommended!
Mark J. | May 28, 2025

Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Captain Kevin was a Great guide. He was able to put us on the fish quickly. We never stopped reeling in the good times with Captain Kevin. He took care of my kids and myself like family. I would highly recommend Captain Kevin to anyone looking for a great day on the water. Safety and entertainment was his priority and I must say Captain Kevin killed it for our family.
Jack M. | March 13, 2025

Trip: Grouper Special
★★★★★
Kevin was great!! Communicated well, knew his stuff, and was fun to go fishing with. We got into a ton of sea trout and some red drums. My dad and I had a blast and would book with him again.
Bernie L. | January 22, 2025

Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore
★★★★★
Captain Leo was awesome had fun time seeing manatees and dolphins. Caught several trout and a black drum. Would highly recommend them.
Mark S. | January 2, 2025

Trip: Crushin' It Inshore Special

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