St. Petersburg Fishing Reports (April 2025)

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Ron Finger with Fishhawk Charters
Tierra Verde, Florida
Reported: 3 days ago

Ron Finger with Fishhawk Charters Tierra Verde, Florida Reported: 3 days ago

Sport Fishing, Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Shark Fishing, Tuna Fishing, and Sword Fishing. With over 35 years of expertise, we offer a experience that delivers an unforgettable blend of adrenaline, strength, and salty air. These trips take individuals far beyond the shallow waters into the deep blue Gulf, where massive reefs, wrecks, and drop-offs hide some of the Gulf’s most exciting game fish. Whether opting for a half or full-day experience, Our charters guarantee top-tier rods, reels, and tackle, along with clean, comfortable boats loaded with GPS and fish finders, to provide a smooth, enjoyable day. Choosing to fish with us means you’ll be in good hands with a very experienced and passionate deckhand. Our goal is to ensure we have a safe day charter fishing on the West Coast of Florida and that you are provided with everything you need to reel in the big ones!

Dillon Arsenault
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Dillon Arsenault St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

The cobia are starting to move into the bay pretty thick! And they are eating white bait and pretty much any other baits if they are hungry enough! Trout bite continues to stay consistent with many gator trout and keeper's being put into boat! And they are eating shrimp, pinfish and white bait in the flats! The night time gag grouper bite has been no stop and they are eating anything we throw at them! To many to count and we are getting them in all depths in the bay and bridges. Mackerel bite has been on fire with xxl macs eating all the white baits we throw at them at any depths! Snook action at night time and day time has been super consistent and they are eating jigs and live bait! Catching them in flats and on bridges.

Robert Denbo
Trinity, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Redfish and trout bite is on fire!!

Robert Denbo Trinity, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

Redfish and trout bite is on fire!!

Scott Flinn
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore it's been too windy to get out there but there is Cobia and kingfish here now. Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore...

Scott Flinn
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore it's been too windy to get out there but there is Cobia and kingfish here now.

Scott Flinn Bradenton, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore it's been too windy to get out there but there is Cobia and kingfish here now.

Drew Brophy
Ruskin, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

I've been getting lots of snook, trout and grouper.

Drew Brophy Ruskin, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

I've been getting lots of snook, trout and grouper.

Sebastian Shindel
Tampa, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Snook fishing has been on fire!!! Fishing docks around the evening has been the best time to hook a big one👍🏼

Ray Culver
Seminole, Florida
Reported: 2 weeks ago

Ray Culver Seminole, Florida Reported: 2 weeks ago

The redfish bite in Tampa Bay right now is absolutely on fire—arguably the best it’s been in the last three years. Anglers are reporting strong numbers of slot-sized reds, and even some overslot bruisers showing up around the mangroves, oyster bars, and grass flats. The water temps have warmed just enough to get them feeding aggressively, especially on moving tides. What’s really exciting is the consistency. It’s not just a few hot spots—it’s bay-wide. From the flats near Weedon Island to the mangroves of Cockroach Bay and the spoil islands around Fort De Soto, redfish are cruising in solid schools again. Live bait like pinfish and greenbacks are working well, but artificials like gold spoons, paddletails, and topwaters early morning are getting crushed too. This kind of action hasn’t been seen since before some of the red tide issues, so local anglers are pumped. It’s a good sign for the health of the fishery and definitely a moment worth taking advantage of if you’re fishing Tampa Bay right now.

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★★★★★
What a fantastic day out on the water!!! My family came in from out of town looking to go on a deeper fishing trip. Greg came highly recommended both by the booking agent as well as previous reviews. Our hopes of having fun and catching some big fish were exceeded both by the amount and size of fish that were caught as well as the variety. Greg really showed his knowledge and experience by his ability to put us “on the fish”! Robbie, the captain’s right hand man, was so awesome as well! He kept all the lines baited and really taught us how to not lose the fish while reeling them in. The entire day was a blast and an unforgettable adventure!!! Thank you again Greg and Robbie from the Shannon Clan!
Michael S. | April 17, 2025

Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience
★★★★★
Great time
Tom C. | April 16, 2025

Trip: Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing
★★★★★
What a fantastic day out on the water!!! My family came in from out of town looking to go on a deeper fishing trip. Greg came highly recommended both by the booking agent as well as previous reviews. Our hopes of having fun and catching some big fish were exceeded both by the amount and size of fish that were caught as well as the variety. Greg really showed his knowledge and experience by his ability to put us “on the fish”! Robbie, the captain’s right hand man, was so awesome as well! He kept all the lines baited and really taught us how to not lose the fish while reeling them in. The entire day was a blast and an unforgettable adventure!!! Thank you again Greg and Robbie from the Shannon Clan!
Michael S. | April 17, 2025

Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience
★★★★★
Great time
Tom C. | April 16, 2025

Trip: Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing
★★★★★
Great trip start to finish. An excellent day on the water
James M. | April 23, 2025

Trip: Tampa Inshore Adventures
★★★★★
Captain Dillon was awesome! As newbies to fishing, he spent a lot of time teaching us about the ins and outs of fishing, equipment, tricks, bait, fish… it was an amazing experience and we can’t wait to go out with him again!
Jessica L. | April 22, 2025

Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing
★★★★★
We had a great trip with Captain Brad and Skylar yesterday. Caught several grouper and saw a few dolphins as well. The guys were so good with our kids and they moved us frequently to make sure we continued to pull in fish. Would definitely recommend using this company to anyone looking to deep sea fishing in the Clearwater area.
Jessica R. | April 21, 2025

Trip: Clearwater offshore fishing
★★★★★
Geat captain Austin is very professional and friendly, thanks highly recommend him. He's very knowledgeable about fishing.
Maurice B. | April 20, 2025

Trip: Bradenton Offshore Sportfishing
★★★★★
We had a great time! Captain Dillon is professional, knowledgeable, and he helped us the entire time. He was ready when we arrived and had everything we needed for the trip. We will definitely book another trip with Captain Dillon!
Olivia P. | April 19, 2025

Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing
★★★★★
Great Trip! We caught 4 different species of fish and constant action. Taylor was very knowledgeable of the area, safe and fun to fish with!! I will book a trip with him again!
Eric U. | April 18, 2025

Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton
★★★★★
Captain Nick, got us on the fish. He was very patient and taught me a lot about fly fishing for Red Fish. I fly fish streams a rivers out west where I live so this was a different experience. I highly recommend Captain Nick and will be back in the future.
Rich S. | April 18, 2025

Trip: Fly Fishing / Artificial
★★★★★
Had a great time with Alex. He too is to a good spot that was just our speed and worked hard to help us keep our lines in the water. We caught bunch of speckled trout and mackerel. Then hit a nice spot to swim and shell before heading back in. Alex was personable and helped make our experience a memorable one. His boat was perfect for our group of 5. We would highly recommend heading out with Alex!
Jarrod B. | April 18, 2025

Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore
★★★★★
What a fantastic day out on the water!!! My family came in from out of town looking to go on a deeper fishing trip. Greg came highly recommended both by the booking agent as well as previous reviews. Our hopes of having fun and catching some big fish were exceeded both by the amount and size of fish that were caught as well as the variety. Greg really showed his knowledge and experience by his ability to put us “on the fish”! Robbie, the captain’s right hand man, was so awesome as well! He kept all the lines baited and really taught us how to not lose the fish while reeling them in. The entire day was a blast and an unforgettable adventure!!! Thank you again Greg and Robbie from the Shannon Clan!
Michael S. | April 17, 2025

Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience
★★★★★
Great time
Tom C. | April 16, 2025

Trip: Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing
★★★★★
Great trip start to finish. An excellent day on the water
James M. | April 23, 2025

Trip: Tampa Inshore Adventures
★★★★★
Captain Dillon was awesome! As newbies to fishing, he spent a lot of time teaching us about the ins and outs of fishing, equipment, tricks, bait, fish… it was an amazing experience and we can’t wait to go out with him again!
Jessica L. | April 22, 2025

Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing
★★★★★
Great trip start to finish. An excellent day on the water
James M. | April 23, 2025

Trip: Tampa Inshore Adventures
★★★★★
Captain Dillon was awesome! As newbies to fishing, he spent a lot of time teaching us about the ins and outs of fishing, equipment, tricks, bait, fish… it was an amazing experience and we can’t wait to go out with him again!
Jessica L. | April 22, 2025

Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing