Panama City Beach Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Panama City Beach

Jonathan Ray
Destin, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing is on fire right now, vermillion bite is hot, red snapper bite is slowing down and we are gearing up for triggerfish and amberjack season

Jonathan Ray Destin, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing is on fire right now, vermillion bite is hot, red snapper bite is slowing down and we are gearing up for triggerfish and amberjack season

Kingfish, Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper Fishing in Destin, Florida

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Nathan Stow
Panama City, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Red snapper bite has been the fantastic. We have limited out on every trip.

Nathan Stow Panama City, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Red snapper bite has been the fantastic. We have limited out on every trip.

Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Scup Fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida

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Jimmy Early
DeFuniak Springs, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

The Bulls reds are tearing it up, literally! Broken lines, straitened hooks and a broken pole but still managed to get these three in the boat.

Jimmy Early DeFuniak Springs, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

The Bulls reds are tearing it up, literally! Broken lines, straitened hooks and a broken pole but still managed to get these three in the boat.

Redfish Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

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Jonathan Ray
Destin, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Trolling has picked up since the water temps have dropped, bottom fishing is still good with keeper Triggers here and there and big red snapper! The vermillion bite is on fire as always

Jonathan Ray Destin, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Trolling has picked up since the water temps have dropped, bottom fishing is still good with keeper Triggers here and there and big red snapper! The vermillion bite is on fire as always

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Joey Sauvageau
Destin, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Joey Sauvageau Destin, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Inshore- Redfish bite is picking up tremendously catching them on live bait near the Destin Pass area and deep water docks. Mangrove snapper's have been an easy target along the Destin jetties and bridges. Spanish mackerel and blue fish are still in the bay best method trolling for them.
Gulf- the main target species all summer are red snappers, season is open till the end of July 31. Destin is known for the red snapper season along with red snappers we are catching bigger mangrove snapper's, Key West porgies chocolate porgies and vermilion snapper's along with King Mackeral trolling around bait balls
Bowfishing- this is my favorite time of the year to Bowfish lots of activity at night on the flats, plenty of fish and rays to shoot out

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Trey Windes
Destin, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Red snapper season is in full swing and they are biting well. We are catching limits on most trips with a few mackerel and jacks in between.

Trey Windes Destin, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Red snapper season is in full swing and they are biting well. We are catching limits on most trips with a few mackerel and jacks in between.

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Trey Senterfitt
DeFuniak Springs, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Water conditions are the best they've been in 4 months! Jacks n reds are schooling up. Trout bite is good. Things are lining up for one of my favorite time's to catch fish.

Trey Senterfitt DeFuniak Springs, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Water conditions are the best they've been in 4 months! Jacks n reds are schooling up. Trout bite is good. Things are lining up for one of my favorite time's to catch fish.

Jack Crevalle Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

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Trey Senterfitt
DeFuniak Springs, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Fish I caught this past Sunday. Worked hard for them!

Trey Senterfitt DeFuniak Springs, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Fish I caught this past Sunday. Worked hard for them!

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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!