Clearwater Beach Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Tyler Barton
Clearwater, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Fishing is starting to fire back off with fall very near. Redfish are starting to chew a lot better and within the next few weeks the bite will be hot. Water temps are starting to drop helping out the bite tremendously. Cooler water and lower tides these big reds start...

Tyler Barton Clearwater, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

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Tyler Barton
Clearwater, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Tyler Barton Clearwater, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Fishing has been a little tough due to high water temps but still able to catch quality fish off the beaches in high current situations. Most the big snook and reds have been schooled up off the beaches chasing schools of whitebait and mullet. Havnt been catching high quantities of fish but definitely quality if you're willing to put the time in and grind it out. The high water temps make the fish lethargic, and they aren't willing to exert a lot of energy to chase a bait down, practically have to hit them in the head with it and cross your fingers they don't spook

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Jim Vanderbeck
Clearwater, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Just a different color.. they're supposed to be lucky

Jim Vanderbeck Clearwater, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Just a different color.. they're supposed to be lucky

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★★★★★
Awesome experience. Captain Brad and Ben were fantastic. Caught lots of fish. His experience was invaluable. Can’t wait to book him again.
Patrick F. | April 30, 2026

Trip: Clearwater Nearshore - 22’ Dusky
★★★★★
Nick is a great host. Very friendly and willing to share info to help us understand the fish and the waters we were fishing. Helped us have an awesome experience.
Kim J. | April 30, 2026

Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing - 22’ Aguasport
★★★★★
Never got to meet captain Steve. But Capt.Zach and Justin were great! They worked very hard to put us on fish and were super cool and helpful.
Brian Y. | April 21, 2026

Trip: Crushing Clearwater Offshore
★★★★★
Tyson did a fantastic job, our family really enjoyed our time fishing.
Anne-Marie P. | April 16, 2026

Trip: Clearwater Florida Flats Fishing
★★★★★
We had a great time, but our captain was not Steve (think his name was Zach). The crew was great and very professional. Definitely recommend them!!
Jessica D. | April 8, 2026

Trip: Crushing Clearwater Offshore
★★★★★
Brad and Ben were awesome! It was our first experience with a charter and we could not have asked for more. They were knowledgeable, patient and made sure we caught some fish! Highly recommended!
Nicole B. | April 7, 2026

Trip: Clearwater Offshore Fishing
★★★★★
Had a great trip, fun family activity!
Siobhan G. | April 4, 2026

Trip: Crushing Clearwater Offshore
★★★★★
We had a great time on our fishing trip and would definitely come back again.
Nathan K. | April 2, 2026

Trip: Clearwater Fishing Thriller!
★★★★★
Brad and crew were very professional and took time to explain the process to us. He worked hard to help us catch fish! He was welcoming and helpful.
Dan B. | March 30, 2026

Trip: Clearwater Offshore Fishing
★★★★★
Our group had a great time on our fishing trip! We appreciated Steve and his team putting us on plenty of fish and providing an amazing experience!
Robert M. | March 23, 2026

Trip: Clearwater Fishing Thriller!