Santa Rosa Beach Fishing Reports (July 2025)

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Robbie Broestler
Niceville, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

I caught 36 head of Pompano three sharks about 15 head of ladyfish in about 18 to 20 head of catfish from 6 AM to 11:45 AM.

Robbie Broestler Niceville, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

I caught 36 head of Pompano three sharks about 15 head of ladyfish in about 18 to 20 head of catfish from 6 AM to 11:45 AM.

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Jordan Smith
Mary Esther, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Catch n release amberjack!

Jordan Smith Mary Esther, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Catch n release amberjack!

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Kyle Lowe
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Been seeing some very nice banjo triggerfish, there are some Spring time red groupers around and as always a bunch of vermillion snapper.

Kyle Lowe Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Been seeing some very nice banjo triggerfish, there are some Spring time red groupers around and as always a bunch of vermillion snapper.

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Christopher Mitchell
Destin, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Lots of Cinnsational Red Grouper ro catch but finding a keeper takes time and some lucky!!

Christopher Mitchell Destin, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Lots of Cinnsational Red Grouper ro catch but finding a keeper takes time and some lucky!!

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Bob Stroupe
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

We caught some great fish red grouper, gag grouper, amber jack, red snapper, trigger and Mingo. Not all were in season so took pictures and released safely. Also could you add us to okaloosa island, fort Walton beach and destin area for search locations.

Bob Stroupe Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

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Eric Wilkas
Panama City Beach, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Eric Wilkas Panama City Beach, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Trout bite has been good; they are moving out of the creeks out to the flats for spawning. The reds are in the pass and up shallow if you like to sight fish. Sheepshead are just starting to show up; the bite is still slow for them but should start getting excellent any day. Offshore Vermillion snapper has been excellent! We've been catching some triggers and a red grouper. The Amberjack is always a great way to finish up a trip of catching and releasing them

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Mike Dates
Destin, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

The offshore bite has been good in between fronts with plenty of Vermillion snapper and a handful of triggerfish and Scamp Grouper! We have also had a few catch and release trips, and the targeted species has been bigger fish like Amberjack pictured here. Your choice, exquisite table fare or...

Mike Dates Destin, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

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Adam Schroeder
Niceville, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Sheephead bite it still hot

Adam Schroeder Niceville, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Sheephead bite it still hot

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★★★★★
My guys had nothing but great things to say about the captain and boat.
London W. | July 12, 2025

Trip: Shark Fishing Charter
★★★★★
Capt. Keith’s knowledge of the local flora and fauna exemplifies a true Florida waterman. We felt at home and comfy on his vessel and enjoyed the liquids of both the bay, and cooler. A few fish iced the cake of an already memorable trip, while the storied adventure was the real treat. We’ll be back.
Andrew K. | July 11, 2025

Trip: Intense Inshore Action!
★★★★★
Very professional and actually knew what he was doing! Totally recommend!
Rodney R. | July 11, 2025

Trip: State Water Trolling/Bottom Fishing
★★★★★
Our trip with Robbie on the Gotta Believe was a great experience. We enjoyed the trip and caught lots of fish. His deckhand Austin was awesome he worked with our kids and showed them lots of things about fishing and let them handle the tackle and fish. Was a great learning experience. Would recommend both Captain Boat and Crew.
Ron A. | July 11, 2025

Trip: Family Friendly Trolling Trips
★★★★★
Our family of 4 had a great trip with Captain Chris! He can find the fish! When we didn’t have luck with trolling, we switched to bottom fishing. Then we were catching a fish within seconds of dropping our line!
Rita B. | July 10, 2025

Trip: Destin Offshore Hook-Up
★★★★★
We were booked with Captain Joey, but we were guided and taken care of by Captain Mindy. I’m sure Joey is great, but I can’t imagine it going any better than it did with Mindy. She took great care of us, she was very patient with our kids (12&13), and helped us every step of the way. My wife and kids have never bow fished. I haven’t done so in 25+ years. So she basically had a boat full of newbies. We caught several! We missed several more! It was a lot of action and we enjoyed being out there at night for a change. Then my daughter caught the fish of the night! A very nice ray. My son had to shoot back up to make sure we landed it, so that made it even cooler. We would definitely take this trip again. If you get to go with Mindy that’ll be a bonus!
Rubin W. | July 10, 2025

Trip: Nighttime Bowfishing Adventure
★★★★★
We had a great time with fellow Texan Caption Colby. We would definitely recommend him. Captain Colby was very knowledgeable and great with the kids!
Shannon D. | July 8, 2025

Trip: Gulf Fishing Adventure
★★★★★
Cory was a perfect fit for our tired vacationing family. He knew exactly were to find the fish that would make our experience exciting. He has a wealth of knowledge for the area that made the trip educational and exciting to be in his boat. Thank you Cory for a lovely morning fishing trip.
Julia R. | July 8, 2025

Trip: FWB Quick Run
★★★★★
Great experience! Put us on fish quick and give us every opportunity to catch fish!
Vittorio D. | July 6, 2025

Trip: Destin Bottom Fishing and Trolling!
★★★★★
Great trip and great first guided fishing experience for my son! Captain Garrett was fantastic. Will definitely book again next time we come down from Birmingham, AL.
Andrew C. | July 6, 2025

Trip: Inshore Light Tackle Trips

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