Ponce de Leon Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Eric Wilkas
Panama City Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Eric Wilkas Panama City Beach, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Offshore in 100-120ft Red Grouper, Vermillion Snapper bite has been excellent! If you want to have fun after catching a few fish to eat the AmberJack fishing is great this time of year but out of season. A great way to finish up a trip getting your arms worn out! The Trout and Redfish are moving from the backs of creeks to the flats catching on soft plastic baits with a popping cork , and top water is just starting to get bites.

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Robbie Broestler
Niceville, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Robbie Broestler Niceville, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

February 2025 The offshore bite around Key West is absolutely red hot right now, with blackfin tuna and cobia stealing the show! Blackfin Tuna Frenzy The blackfin tuna action has been nothing short of spectacular. Schools of these torpedoes are stacking up along the edge of the reef and in deeper blue water, particularly around the humps and wrecks. Anglers live baiting with pilchards, threadfin herring, and small blue runners on light tackle are experiencing non-stop action. The key has been to chum heavy with live baits, creating a slick that pulls them right up to the boat. Once they’re fired up, it’s game on! Fish in the 15–25 lb range are common, with some larger bruisers mixed in. Light fluorocarbon leaders (20-30 lb) and small circle hooks are doing the trick, providing an epic fight that tests every inch of your gear. Cobia Crash the Party While targeting tuna, surprise visits from cobia have added to the excitement. These fish are cruising the same wrecks and structure, often trailing behind rays, sharks, and even alongside the tuna schools. They’re aggressive right now, smashing live baits like pinfish and pilchards without hesitation. Anglers are reporting cobia in the 20–40 lb class, with some true Key West giants pushing beyond that. Keep a pitch rod ready with a live bait hooked up because these fish often appear out of nowhere, especially when you’re chumming heavily. Tips for Success: • Chum Heavy: Live chumming with pilchards keeps both tuna and cobia around the boat.

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Adam Schroeder
Niceville, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Sheephead bite is strong

Adam Schroeder Niceville, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Sheephead bite is strong

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MIRANDA CORLETT
Lynn Haven, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

22 lb red snapper extension of sapper season got on Boston mackerel, 45.5 wahoo in state waters got on a 4/0 pen 113 60 lbs test line on a green deep diver

MIRANDA CORLETT Lynn Haven, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

22 lb red snapper extension of sapper season got on Boston mackerel, 45.5 wahoo in state waters got on a 4/0 pen 113 60 lbs test line on a green deep diver

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Justin Redmon
Chipley, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Yellow fin grouper very rare for the area but not a big fish. Also couple ladies putting in the work on a beautiful sunny day

Justin Redmon Chipley, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Yellow fin grouper very rare for the area but not a big fish. Also couple ladies putting in the work on a beautiful sunny day

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MIRANDA CORLETT
Lynn Haven, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Beliners are biting a few red grouper

MIRANDA CORLETT Lynn Haven, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Beliners are biting a few red grouper

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Nick Tate
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

We are already booking for the 25 season. So if you wanna catch some state water studs get with us now. Something along those lines

Nick Tate Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

We are already booking for the 25 season. So if you wanna catch some state water studs get with us now. Something along those lines

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Justin Redmon
Chipley, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Winters red fishing at its best

Justin Redmon Chipley, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Winters red fishing at its best

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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
★★★★★
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
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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
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Very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the trip. Great insight and very punctual and informative with the kids
Lajohn S. | April 7, 2026

Trip: 2 Hour Kids Trip
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Great experience!!! Caught some fish and made some good memories.
Jason H. | April 6, 2026

Trip: Santa Rosa Beach Hook-Up
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Jon was a fantastic guide. We had a great couple hours of fishing. Great memories for my son and me. Can’t recommend Jon enough.
Benjamin B. | April 6, 2026

Trip: 2-Hour Kids Trip - 26’ Pathfinder
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Captain Max did a great job putting us on some fish. The whole family had a great time.
John Z. | April 3, 2026

Trip: 4-Hour Offshore Fishing
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Capt. Josh was great! He took my daughter and two grandkids (7 and 9) out for 2- hour tour; caught nine Spanish mackerel, great first experience on an ocean boat for the grandkids. Thank you!
Neal M. | April 3, 2026

Trip: 2 Hour Kids Trip
★★★★★
We had a great 4hr trip with Capt Max. Was a first time for my wife and daughter and they both were able to catch a lot of fish. We caught so many different types of fish and able to keep some grouper and trigger fish. Max is a friendly captain and we would definitely go out with him again.
Joe R. | March 27, 2026

Trip: 4-Hour Offshore Fishing

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