Okaloosa Island Weather Forecast

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Jonathan Ray

Jonathan Ray
Destin, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

The bite has been slow trolling this week but bottom fishing is on fire! We have caught tile fish, snapper, AJs, almacos, triggers, white snapper and grouper! The seas have been rough 3 footers was our best day, most days 5 footers around 4/5 seconds and overcast! Hopefully some good...
Jonathan Ray
Jonathan Ray Destin, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
The bite has been slow trolling this week but bottom fishing is on fire! We have caught tile fish, snapper, AJs, almacos, triggers, white snapper and grouper! The seas have been rough 3 footers was our best day, most days 5 footers around 4/5 seconds and overcast! Hopefully some good weather is to come.
Almaco Jack, Scup, Vermillion Snapper Fishing in Destin, Florida
Almaco Jack, Scup, Vermillion Snapper Fishing in Destin, Florida
Almaco Jack, Scup, Vermillion Snapper Fishing in Destin, Florida
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Jimmy Early

Jimmy Early
DeFuniak Springs, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

The redfish bite has been on! Was using artificial baits until today, they started hitting live menhaden. The wind has been out of the east, it came around west/ northwest last night but it didn't seem to bother the bite. Here is a couple pictures from the last couple days.
Jimmy Early
Jimmy Early DeFuniak Springs, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
The redfish bite has been on! Was using artificial baits until today, they started hitting live menhaden. The wind has been out of the east, it came around west/ northwest last night but it didn't seem to bother the bite. Here is a couple pictures from the last couple days.
Redfish Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
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Matthew Champion

Matthew Champion
Valparaiso, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing been awesome mahi, wahoo, & tuna. The bite is on fire right now!
Matthew Champion
Matthew Champion Valparaiso, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Fishing been awesome mahi, wahoo, & tuna. The bite is on fire right now!
Yellowfin Tuna Fishing in Destin, Florida
Yellowfin Tuna Fishing in Destin, Florida
Yellowfin Tuna Fishing in Destin, Florida
Yellowfin Tuna Fishing in Destin, Florida
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Joey Sauvageau

Joey Sauvageau
Destin, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Inshore fishing report- schools of Spanish mackerel can still be found on the incoming tide near the Destin pass and along the beaches, along with a few pompano and whiting in the surf. Red Fish are being caught near the Destin bridge on the outgoing tide along with the Destin...
Joey Sauvageau
Joey Sauvageau Destin, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Inshore fishing report- schools of Spanish mackerel can still be found on the incoming tide near the Destin pass and along the beaches, along with a few pompano and whiting in the surf.
Red Fish are being caught near the Destin bridge on the outgoing tide along with the Destin
Jetty’s.
The speckled sea trout bite has been slim to none, but the Best Bite has been early morning on grass beds using live bait.
Near shore, fishing report-
Rocks and reefs are holding lots of amber jacks, red snappers triggerfish in a variety of other reef species. King Mackerel are starting to show up along with Bonitas.
Redfish Fishing in Destin, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Destin, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Destin, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Destin, Florida
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Jason Mikel

Jason Mikel
Destin, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Triggerfish and Vermilion Snapper fishing is incredible right now
Jason Mikel
Jason Mikel Destin, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Triggerfish and Vermilion Snapper fishing is incredible right now
Triggerfish, Vermillion Snapper Fishing in Destin, Florida
Triggerfish, Vermillion Snapper Fishing in Destin, Florida
Triggerfish, Vermillion Snapper Fishing in Destin, Florida
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Jake Durant

Jake Durant with Gulf Bay Charters
Pensacola, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Waiting on snapper season in June but a lot of quality fish inshore and offshore right now when the weather cooperates
Jake Durant
Jake Durant with Gulf Bay Charters Pensacola, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Waiting on snapper season in June but a lot of quality fish inshore and offshore right now when the weather cooperates
Scup, Vermillion Snapper Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
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Jake Durant

Jake Durant with Gulf Bay Charters
Pensacola, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Waiting on snapper season in June, but a lot of quality fish inshore and offshore right now when the weather cooperates.
Jake Durant
Jake Durant with Gulf Bay Charters Pensacola, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Waiting on snapper season in June, but a lot of quality fish inshore and offshore right now when the weather cooperates.
Redfish Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
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Jacob Miller

Jacob Miller
Pensacola, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Plenty of American red snapper ready for the season. Vermillion snapper and mackerel biting as well
Jacob Miller
Jacob Miller Pensacola, Florida Reported: 2 years ago
Plenty of American red snapper ready for the season. Vermillion snapper and mackerel biting as well
Red Snapper Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Red Snapper Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
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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!

    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 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

  • ★★★★★
    David is great. Wonderful time.

    Todd B. | April 10, 2026

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    We had such a great trip! Captain Gavin had us on fish all day, and Cayden worked his tail off making sure we all were rigged up and had lines in the water at all times. The boat was very comfortable for our group of 8. We will fish with them again next time we are in Destin. Thanks again for a great trip!

    Paul C. | April 10, 2026

    Trip: Destin Spring Special

  • ★★★★★
    Our trip was great. Even though we couldn’t go into the Gulf because of very rough waters Captain Steve put us on some fish inshore while trolling. Myself and the kids had a blast. Captain Steve was very knowledgeable and personable as well. I would definitely recommend their operation to others.

    Kevin K. | April 9, 2026

    Trip: State Water Trolling/Bottom Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing day fishing with Jordan catching Spanish mackerel and trout!

    Richard B. | April 8, 2026

    Trip: Fishing The Florida Panhandle

  • ★★★★★
    I had two grandsons with me and the captain and crew were phenomenal. They took what should have been a bad day die to winds and turned it into a memory for the boys. I am glad we chose Jason and his team.

    Jeffrey E. | April 7, 2026

    Trip: State Water Trolling/Bottom Fishing

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