Santa Rosa Beach Fishing Reports (August 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Santa Rosa Beach

Zach B.

Rosemary Beach, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

We caught 2 more great whites on a birthday party charter for carter 9th bday and braydens 11th bday

Zach B. Rosemary Beach, Florida Reported 6 months ago

We caught 2 more great whites on a birthday party charter for carter 9th bday and braydens 11th bday

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Alex H.

Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

Bottom fishing has been on fire. Scamp groupers,Red groupers, Gag groupers, red snappers, triggerfish, and Black snappers. Been a few Redfish around as well

Alex H. Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported 6 months ago

Bottom fishing has been on fire. Scamp groupers,Red groupers, Gag groupers, red snappers, triggerfish, and Black snappers. Been a few Redfish around as well

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Justin R.

Chipley, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

Spring fishing at its best

Justin R. Chipley, Florida Reported 6 months ago

Spring fishing at its best

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Eric W.

Panama City Beach, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

The bay fishing is excellent right now we are catching a lot of trout which we cannot keep until March 1. We are catching red fish and some flounder..
The offshore by has been producing limits of Vermilion snapper and a few keeper red grouper right now
We just added a new boat 25 foot Dorado flat for the near Shore experiences. These trips will be four hours at $700. Each additional hour is 150

Eric W. Panama City Beach, Florida Reported 6 months ago

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Hunter N.

Panama City, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

Enjoyed a 4 hr this morning bright and early a reel in the fun trip

Hunter N. Panama City, Florida Reported 6 months ago

Enjoyed a 4 hr this morning bright and early a reel in the fun trip

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Jordan S.

Mary Esther, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

Bass fishing!

Jordan S. Mary Esther, Florida Reported 6 months ago

Bass fishing!

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Justin R.

Chipley, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

Sheepshead are moving in and spring redfishing

Justin R. Chipley, Florida Reported 6 months ago

Sheepshead are moving in and spring redfishing

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Stephen H.

Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

In spite of cold weather and most species having closed seasons, the Red Snapper and Triggerfish bites have been great. Red Grouper and Vermillion Snapper for the cooler and an Amberjack or two for a nice big fish to catch and release

Stephen H. Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported 6 months ago

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Jordan S.

Mary Esther, Florida

Reported 6 months ago

Been tourny fishing

Jordan S. Mary Esther, Florida Reported 6 months ago

Been tourny fishing

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Jeff J.

Miramar Beach, Florida

Reported 7 months ago

Scamps and red grouper are hot!

Jeff J. Miramar Beach, Florida Reported 7 months ago

Scamps and red grouper are hot!

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Deep Sea Fishing in Destin

Big Catch Quest: Deep Sea Voyage

94% (18) Guided by Richie

48 ft 1 - 13 People From $3,500

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Deep Sea Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach

Daytime Swordfishing

100% (13) Guided by Jon

38 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,250

Boat Cruise in Fort Walton Beach

Crab Island, Dolphin, Beach Tours

91% (11) Managed by Zack

23 ft 1 - 18 People From $500

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Destin

Destin Fishing Trip

100% (63) Guided by Kyle

40 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100

Inshore Fishing in Panama City Beach

Bay's On Fire

100% (8) Guided by Ron

26 ft 1 - 6 People From $550

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Inshore Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach

30A Inshore 3 Hour Fishing Trip

100% (25) Guided by Brandon

25 ft 1 - 12 People From $700

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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 Quick Trip
★★★★★
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 Quick Trip
★★★★★
Really fun! Super nice captain and charter
Ian A. | August 16, 2026

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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

Big Catch Quest: Deep Sea Voyage

Daytime Swordfishing

Crab Island, Dolphin, Beach Tours

Destin Fishing Trip

Bay's On Fire

30A Inshore 3 Hour Fishing Trip

Recent Santa Rosa Beach Reviews

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