Panama City Beach Fishing Reports (December 2025)

Panama City Beach Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Panama City Beach

Robbie Broestler
Niceville, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

The Gulf is producing good light tackle bottom fishing! Vermillion snapper and some keeper trigger fish still bitting good with our unusual warm temperatures. Red snapper are available for catch and keep on Friday through Sunday each weekend. Season on them closes on last weekend of November.

Robbie Broestler Niceville, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

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Nick Tate
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Bluewater bite right now is absolutely phenomenal

Nick Tate Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Bluewater bite right now is absolutely phenomenal

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MIRANDA CORLETT
Lynn Haven, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Snapper bite is on but weather is rough right now, Red grouper bite is crazy but out of season, Trigger fish is biting ok

MIRANDA CORLETT Lynn Haven, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Snapper bite is on but weather is rough right now, Red grouper bite is crazy but out of season, Trigger fish is biting ok

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Alex Short
Freeport, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Red snapper are still open on the weekends for the months of October and November on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. During the week we were able to keep Vermilion snapper, Spanish mackerel, King mackerel, and the bite has been very consistent. Book your trip while you can, life's too short...

Alex Short Freeport, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

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Marvin Glasgow
Ponce de Leon, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Sharks and Spanish mackerel have been on fire 🔥

Marvin Glasgow Ponce de Leon, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Sharks and Spanish mackerel have been on fire 🔥

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Jeremy Vanderveen
Panama City Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Jeremy Vanderveen Panama City Beach, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Fishing had been hot up to that hurricane we to west of us. We had a ton of rain and rough seas which really dirtied up the Gulf and bite was pretty tough. Last two days seem to be trending in our favor. Been booking and running trips everyday and into November. Snappers open Fri Sat Sun thru Thanksgiving. I've got the big Sows located and they are hungry!!

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Stephen Hess
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Oddly enough, the best fishing here is when most of the tourists are not!

Stephen Hess Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Oddly enough, the best fishing here is when most of the tourists are not!

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Dexter Early
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Redfish bite on artificial baits has been hot

Dexter Early Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Redfish bite on artificial baits has been hot

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★★★★★
Captain Eric was awesome, great trip, I would highly recommend him !!!
Jacob D. | November 26, 2025

Trip: 4 Hour Trip - 32' Scarab
★★★★★
We actually went out with Chandler. He was awesome! He made sure we found the fish. We never sat at a spot too long without a bite. He was very patient with our children as well. We will definitely be back!
Ashlie A. | October 13, 2025

Trip: Kid's First Fishing Adventure
★★★★★
Stephen was a great captain, we had a wonderful day out on the boat and caught a lot of fish
James F. | October 4, 2025

Trip: Panama City Trolling Excitment
★★★★★
We had a great time! I Highly recommend booking with Greg! We had a party of 6 on 2 boats. The experience with both captains was exceptional! It has been a bucketlist goal to catch Redfish & Speckled Sea Trout. We caught both of those and more!
Lucas C. | September 11, 2025

Trip: Panama City Inshore Action
★★★★★
Jimmy did a great job keeping us on the fish and Xander was great deck hand making sure everyone was taken care of.
David C. | August 31, 2025

Trip: Luxury Sportfishing - Ballistic II
★★★★★
Russell was the best!!! My son and I went out for his 15 th birthday and was not disappointed at all. Russell put us on the fish and was very helpful in every way on our trip!! Highly recommend using Fish on…
Jared L. | July 28, 2025

Trip: Dolphin Spotting And Fishing
★★★★★
Hunter was great! We will keep him on our list for anytime we are coming back to town and want to head out fishing.
Jeffrey W. | July 24, 2025

Trip: Inshore Insanity Santa Rosa Beach
★★★★★
Awesome guide got you out and good knowledge of lures and bait great trip
Craig B. | July 21, 2025

Trip: Adrenaline-Pumping PCB Trip
★★★★★
We had an amazing time out on the water. Jon was an outstanding guide. He was friendly, patient, and great with kids. He made sure we were comfortable from the start and gave clear instructions that made the experience enjoyable and easy to follow. This was our first charter trip and it could not have gone better. My 10-year-old son Isaac had a blast and has not stopped talking about it since. He even caught a few fish and was so proud of himself. Jon made the day fun and memorable for both of us. We would definitely recommend Jon to anyone looking for a relaxing and well-run fishing trip with a great guide. Thank you again Jon. Ten out of ten
Frank K. | July 17, 2025

Trip: 2-Hour Kids Trip - 26’ Pathfinder
★★★★★
Capt. Keith’s knowledge of the local flora and fauna exemplifies a true Florida waterman. We felt at home and comfy on his vessel and enjoyed the liquids of both the bay, and cooler. A few fish iced the cake of an already memorable trip, while the storied adventure was the real treat. We’ll be back.
Andrew K. | July 11, 2025

Trip: Intense Inshore Action!