Crystal Bay Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Crystal Bay

Justin Rolph
Justin R.
Crystal River, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Fishing is on fire
Justin Rolph
Justin R. Crystal River, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Fishing is on fire
Mahi Mahi Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Mahi Mahi Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Mahi Mahi Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Mahi Mahi Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Mahi Mahi Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Mark Reeves
Mark R.
Crystal River, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Water is cooling off and the fishing is getting hot.
Mark Reeves
Mark R. Crystal River, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Water is cooling off and the fishing is getting hot.
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Justin Rolph
Justin R.
Crystal River, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Redfish and trout are fired up. Good snook. Inspire rocks are loaded with grouper
Justin Rolph
Justin R. Crystal River, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Redfish and trout are fired up. Good snook. Inspire rocks are loaded with grouper
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Leon Hampton
Leon H.
Hernando, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Trout bite The trout are moving around on the flats in 2ft to 4ft of water and there are a few out in the 8ft to 9ft of water still. Use a popping cork for the trout on the flats with a 1/4oz or 1/8oz Jighead with a shrimp or artificial and use a MirrOdine XL to trigger them big trout to bite. When you are fishing them deeper trout use a 1/4oz Jighead with a shrimp or artificial lure.
Leon Hampton
Leon H. Hernando, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Trout bite The trout are moving around on the flats in 2ft to 4ft of water and there are a few out in the 8ft to 9ft of water still. Use a popping cork for the trout on the flats with a 1/4oz or 1/8oz Jighead with a shrimp or artificial and use a MirrOdine XL to trigger them big trout to bite. When you are fishing them deeper trout use a 1/4oz Jighead with a shrimp or artificial lure.
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Robert Mcclinnis
Robert M.
Crawfordville, Florida
Reported 2 years ago
It can be windy and tough, but if you find a place to tuck up where there's a depot, you can catch trout pompano and other fish with a shrimp on a jig head suspended under a cork.
Robert Mcclinnis
Robert M. Crawfordville, Florida Reported 2 years ago
It can be windy and tough, but if you find a place to tuck up where there's a depot, you can catch trout pompano and other fish with a shrimp on a jig head suspended under a cork.
Florida Pompano, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Florida Pompano, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Florida Pompano, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Florida Pompano, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Leon Hampton
Leon H.
Hernando, Florida
Reported 2 years ago
Redfish, trout and Black drum
With the cooler weather moving in the fish are moving into the rivers and creeks. We are using artificial and shrimp to catch them in the deeper holes as the weather keeps getting colder the fish will keep moving into the deep holes and you can sit in one hole and catch everything.
Leon Hampton
Leon H. Hernando, Florida Reported 2 years ago
Redfish, trout and Black drum
With the cooler weather moving in the fish are moving into the rivers and creeks. We are using artificial and shrimp to catch them in the deeper holes as the weather keeps getting colder the fish will keep moving into the deep holes and you can sit in one hole and catch everything.
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Leon Hampton
Leon H.
Hernando, Florida
Reported 2 years ago
The crappie are getting ready to spawn here in Florida and the bite is going off. We are using minnows under slip corks and jigs in 4ft to 11ft of water around docks and grass.
Leon Hampton
Leon H. Hernando, Florida Reported 2 years ago
The crappie are getting ready to spawn here in Florida and the bite is going off. We are using minnows under slip corks and jigs in 4ft to 11ft of water around docks and grass.
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Robert Mcclinnis
Robert M.
Crawfordville, Florida
Reported 2 years ago
It's that time of year, water temperatures are dropping, Speckled trout and pompano are moving in tight to bars and tross and getting fat for the cold winter.
You're favorite jig and cork combo. Whether it be a DOA, gulp, Salt water assassin (my personal favorite). Other things work good as well suspending bates like mirrodien, or your favorite top water.
Sara and her friends had a blast today.
Robert Mcclinnis
Robert M. Crawfordville, Florida Reported 2 years ago
It's that time of year, water temperatures are dropping, Speckled trout and pompano are moving in tight to bars and tross and getting fat for the cold winter.
You're favorite jig and cork combo. Whether it be a DOA, gulp, Salt water assassin (my personal favorite). Other things work good as well suspending bates like mirrodien, or your favorite top water.
Sara and her friends had a blast today.
Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Leon Hampton
Leon H.
Hernando, Florida
Reported 2 years ago
The gag grouper bite is on fire right now.
We are using live pinfish and casting plugs and trolling plugs. We are focusing on 8ft to 30ft of water rocks and ledges.
Leon Hampton
Leon H. Hernando, Florida Reported 2 years ago
The gag grouper bite is on fire right now.
We are using live pinfish and casting plugs and trolling plugs. We are focusing on 8ft to 30ft of water rocks and ledges.
Gag Grouper Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Robert Mcclinnis
Robert M.
Crawfordville, Florida
Reported 2 years ago
With the storm and the full moon passing. The redfish bite has exploded.
When in the right spot it's not unheard-of to catch 20-100 fish. This is highly possible for the next two months.
Robert Mcclinnis
Robert M. Crawfordville, Florida Reported 2 years ago
With the storm and the full moon passing. The redfish bite has exploded.
When in the right spot it's not unheard-of to catch 20-100 fish. This is highly possible for the next two months.
Redfish Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Recent Crystal Bay Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Kevin made our charter fishing trip an unforgettable experience! He was fantastic with our kids and incredibly knowledgeable about the area. He took the time to teach us different casting techniques for various types of fish, baited hooks, and even helped us cast into the best spots to maximize our chances of catching something. Beyond fishing, he showed us alligator habitats and took us over to Shell Island, making the day an adventure from start to finish. We caught drum, redfish, a stingray, ladyfish, a crab, and even a bull shark—but the highlight of the day was hooking into a 120-pound tarpon! What an incredible thrill! Captain Kevin went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a great time, especially our kids. They talked about the trip for weeks afterward, which says it all. If you’re looking for a fun, family-friendly fishing experience with a knowledgeable and patient guide, Captain Kevin is a 10/10. We can’t recommend him enough!

    Brady H. | June 23, 2026

    Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Had an amazing day on the water with Kevin. He worked hard to get us on the fish and it paid off with a monster redfish! He is great company and very entertaining as well. Taught us all along the way. Would definitely recommend and will most certainly book again! Thank you Kevin for a memorable day!

    Jeff S. | March 22, 2026

    Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    My family had a great time fishing with Captain Kevin! He seems very knowledgeable about the area and we had some great catches! He taught my six year old how to cast and showed my two year old the bait and fish they caught. We stopped to get some shells for my little one to throw into the water too. He was awesome baiting our lines and taking fish off! We had a great time! Thank you Captain Kevin!!

    Meredith K. | February 14, 2026

    Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Kevin was very knowledgeable and put us on fish right away. I caught a red drum just like I wanted. He was polite and helpful.

    Alyssa S. | December 14, 2025

    Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Kevin was great!! Communicated well, knew his stuff, and was fun to go fishing with. We got into a ton of sea trout and some red drums. My dad and I had a blast and would book with him again.

    Bernie L. | January 22, 2025

    Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Kevin did an awesome job. Although the conditions were difficult we still caught a meal to take home with us. He was very patient with the kids and kept things entertaining and informative. Had a great time!

    Kurt G. | March 27, 2024

    Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great time , enough action . Bad weather, Kevin did a great job

    Kenneth K. | March 25, 2024

    Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    My two sons and I fished with Capt. Kevin today and had a blast. Kevin worked hard to put us in fish. The day was a complete success. Caught everything from redfish to an 80lb shark with a few gag groupers a grunts in between. Don’t hesitate to fish with him. He knows the fishery and is helps that he’s a really nice guide…

    Todd P. | November 22, 2023

    Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Thanks so much Kevin! He worked overtime to make sure we had an epic day! Crystal River is a beautiful, amazing place and Kevin is a wonderful guide.

    Dena C. | July 5, 2023

    Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    5 star captain. Worked hard to get us on the bite. Super knowledgeable about the area and all of the wildlife. Great personality. Will book again in future. Family had a blast.

    Tony C. | June 26, 2023

    Trip: Crystal River Near And Inshore

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