Santa Rosa Beach Fishing Reports (August 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Santa Rosa Beach

Sloan S.

Vernon, Florida

Reported 4 years ago

Our new boat a 24 foot sea hunt flats boat

Sloan S. Vernon, Florida Reported 4 years ago

Our new boat a 24 foot sea hunt flats boat

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Trey S.

DeFuniak Springs, Florida

Reported 4 years ago

Spanish mackerel bite has been good. Jack crevale and bulls showing up sporadically.

Trey S. DeFuniak Springs, Florida Reported 4 years ago

Spanish mackerel bite has been good. Jack crevale and bulls showing up sporadically.

Jack Crevalle fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

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Trey S.

DeFuniak Springs, Florida

Reported 4 years ago

New sleigh. 2011 Transport 200SVT with 175 Suzuki, Power Pole, Bait/Live Well, Trolling Motor w/ Spot Lock, GPS and Fish Finder. 20' length with 8' beam.

Trey S. DeFuniak Springs, Florida Reported 4 years ago

New sleigh. 2011 Transport 200SVT with 175 Suzuki, Power Pole, Bait/Live Well, Trolling Motor w/ Spot Lock, GPS and Fish Finder. 20' length with 8' beam.

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Trey S.

DeFuniak Springs, Florida

Reported 4 years ago

One of my favorites. Gentleman with autism catching one of his first fish! They didn't know how he'd react but I sensed he wanted to give it a go.

Trey S. DeFuniak Springs, Florida Reported 4 years ago

One of my favorites. Gentleman with autism catching one of his first fish! They didn't know how he'd react but I sensed he wanted to give it a go.

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Nathan S.

Panama City, Florida

Reported 4 years ago

Snappers, mahi's, kings and groupers are biting right now

Nathan S. Panama City, Florida Reported 4 years ago

Snappers, mahi's, kings and groupers are biting right now

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Destin Fishing The Gulf

100% (53) Guided by Kent

29 ft 1 - 6 People From $850

Nearshore in Destin

Large Bachelor Group Party Destin

100% (18) Guided by Trey

53 ft 1 - 24 People From $1,680

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Destin

Red Snapper And Grouper Fishing!!!

100% (18) Guided by Alex

25 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,325

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Deep Sea Fishing in Destin

4 Hour Family Fun For Kids

94% (18) Guided by Richie

48 ft 1 - 13 People From $1,400

Deep Sea Fishing in Panama City

10 Hour Federal Deep Water Trip

100% (19) Guided by Nathan

34 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,400

Deep Sea Fishing in Destin

Combo - Reef/Trolling

100% (19) Guided by Brantley

40 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,100

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Recent Santa Rosa Beach Reviews

★★★★★
Mike was an awesome captain cannot thank him enough for being patient with my son. We caught what we could and had a blast doing it. Got to go fast and catch fish what else can you ask for!
Colton C. | August 24, 2026

Trip: 3-Hour Kids Fun Trip
★★★★★
Good time Captain Brian great with kids and put us on reds,trout,flowder,Black Sea bass, we all had a good day Tight lines till the next time
Bob H. | August 22, 2026

Trip: PCB Half Day Inshore
★★★★★
We had a great time fishing with Jeff. Would book with him again. We also got to see some beautiful views!
Halle H. | August 22, 2026

Trip: 3 Hour Trolling
★★★★★
Captain Richie, Quinten and Dexter were FIRST CLASS. They gave great advice upon booking, and their insight led us to a marvelous deep sea fishing day. We caught trigger fish, snapper and a couple grouper we needed to throw back. They kept us safe, made excellent conversation and facilitated an all round stellar day. It didn’t stop there - everything was cleaned, fillet and scaled as I requested. Just awesome. We will definitely book with them again next year. Thank you! - Rii
Solange G. | August 19, 2026

Trip: 4 Hour Family Fun For Kids
★★★★★
Cliff and Austin were great and a lot of fun to be around. Caught tons of fish and had a lot of fun! Definitely would recommend this trip to anyone looking for a good reliable guide in destin.
Michael W. | August 19, 2026

Trip: Destin Red Snapper Adventure
★★★★★
Huge shout out to Cliff and Austin! Took my kids on their first fishing trip in the Gulf. Cliff got us on the fish and Austin kept us fishing reeling in the fish. Perfect family trip. The kids loved it. Cliff turned us on to Brotula's "catch and cook." Just topped off the trip eating our fresh catch.
Aaron S. | August 17, 2026

Trip: 4 Hour Family Friendly Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Captain Ken was amazing! Our family of 4 had a great experience. We had a fish on all 4 rods at one point, Spanish Mackeral to Red Snapper! We had an amazing time, we will be back to hang with Captain Ken!
Ryan M. | August 17, 2026

Trip: 3 Hour Trip — Kids Trip
★★★★★
Had a great fishing trip with Marvin. My daughter and I caught a ton of fish and had such a fun day. Highly recommend Marvin for your fishing guide.
Blair B. | August 17, 2026

Trip: 30A Inshore Slam
★★★★★
I took my three adult children out for a 3 hour fish in the lagoon, and Captain Jeff and his brother Jason were fantastic hosts. The fishing was slow but they did put us on some red snapper and everyone caught a few fish. They were very attentive and were great to us all. I would certainly recommend fishing with them. The boat was comfortable and I had no complaints. I will certainly look to fish with them again. I give them 5 stars. Thank you Jeff.
Arthur W. | August 16, 2026

Trip: 3 Hour Trolling
★★★★★
Really fun! Super nice captain and charter
Ian A. | August 16, 2026

Trip: Flats Boat Trips

Santa Rosa Beach Fishing Reports (August 2026)

What's biting right now in Santa Rosa Beach? Check out the latest Santa Rosa Beach fishing reports below.

Santa Rosa Beach Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Santa Rosa Beach

Target Species

What's Biting in Santa Rosa Beach

Top Fishing Trips in Santa Rosa Beach

Destin Fishing The Gulf

Large Bachelor Group Party Destin

Red Snapper And Grouper Fishing!!!

4 Hour Family Fun For Kids

10 Hour Federal Deep Water Trip

Combo - Reef/Trolling

Recent Santa Rosa Beach Reviews

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