Tampa Bay Fishing Reports (March 2026)

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Joseph Dephillips
Wesley Chapel, Florida
Reported: 4 hours ago

Nearshore/offshore we caught 2 hammer head sharks , mackerel, sheepshead , mangrove snapper, gag grouper. Inshore , even the little girl was catching redfish!

Joseph Dephillips Wesley Chapel, Florida Reported: 4 hours ago

Nearshore/offshore we caught 2 hammer head sharks , mackerel, sheepshead , mangrove snapper, gag grouper.

Inshore , even the little girl was catching redfish!

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William Phillips
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 2 days ago

That was just a couple of fish we caught we were over 40 miles west in the Gulf of America, not in Bradenton

William Phillips Sarasota, Florida Reported: 2 days ago

That was just a couple of fish we caught we were over 40 miles west in the Gulf of America, not in Bradenton

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Robert Denbo
Trinity, Florida
Reported: 3 days ago

Trout and redfish on fire

Robert Denbo Trinity, Florida Reported: 3 days ago

Trout and redfish on fire

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Andrew Crabtree
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 3 days ago

They're chewing brother.... 🙏🦀🌴

Andrew Crabtree St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 3 days ago

They're chewing brother.... 🙏🦀🌴

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George Hastick
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 4 days ago

The spring bite is on! Snook, trout and redfish are biting on the inshore seen and rock piles out in Tampa bay are producing sheepshead and large mackerel.

George Hastick St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 4 days ago

The spring bite is on! Snook, trout and redfish are biting on the inshore seen and rock piles out in Tampa bay are producing sheepshead and large mackerel.

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Joe Masi
Bay Pines, Florida
Reported: 4 days ago

Inshore snook bite is bananas redfish anywhere from 16-34 inches almost everyday half dozen or so plenty of big trout small flounder an decent pompano showing Nearshore kingfish bite is good Spanish Mack's great hogfish on fire groupers are still eating in shallow an plenty of big sheeps heading around...

Joe Masi Bay Pines, Florida Reported: 4 days ago

Inshore snook bite is bananas redfish anywhere from 16-34 inches almost everyday half dozen or so plenty of big trout small flounder an decent pompano showing
Nearshore kingfish bite is good Spanish Mack's great hogfish on fire groupers are still eating in shallow an plenty of big sheeps heading around and cudas an sharks are chewing

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Nick Kuhn
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Tons of action lately. We have a beautiful week of weather coming in hot!

Nick Kuhn Bradenton, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

Tons of action lately. We have a beautiful week of weather coming in hot!

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Austin Metcalf
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Things have been awesome! This cold front threw a curve ball for the next couple days but it's been great!

Austin Metcalf Bradenton, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

Things have been awesome! This cold front threw a curve ball for the next couple days but it's been great!

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We are grateful that captain Joey went the extra mile (22of them) to get us on fish. The first mate, Lee, earned our respect and admiration for how hard she worked. She bonded with my 8 year old granddaughter and taught her how to set the hook and hold the catch…an utter delight! We would recommend this winning team in a heartbeat….the Sniders
Cr S. | March 28, 2026

Trip: Goliath Grouper Fishing 4-6 Hours
★★★★★
My son and I had a great time fishing Tampa Bay with Brian!! He knows the bay well, and stays on the fish. Amazing value and an awesome experience!!
Joe J. | March 28, 2026

Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Rodeo
★★★★★
Nick has a great personality and was great with the kids. Would definitely book again.
David S. | March 24, 2026

Trip: Reel Salty Sportfishing
★★★★★
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!
★★★★★
Kyle is awesome! Great experience today! We caught a bunch of fish in multiple locations.
Ted E. | March 21, 2026

Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip
★★★★★
It a tough day. The wind was just whipping making a lot of spots out of question. We did catch some sea trout and then tried for Red Drum and Tarpon but couldnt get any to bite with the cold. Went back and caught more trout and then we decided to try a few other spots with no luck. Andrew is a really fun guy to fish with and didnt give up. Id go out with him again!
Eric D. | March 18, 2026

Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip AM
★★★★★
Jake was fantastic! He was knowledgeable, personable, and put us on some great fishing! We highly recommend him!
Susan F. | March 16, 2026

Trip: 4hr 6hr Or 8hr Inshore
★★★★★
Captain Steve and Jake were awesome. Our party of four two local and two from Missouri six hour trip extremely enjoyable. Steve and Jake were professional, skilled and extremely supportive. Bottom and trolling, just killed it.
Mark C. | March 10, 2026

Trip: Clearwater Fishing Thriller!
★★★★★
Joey and Linda were fantastic. We took our family of 5 (11, 9 & 5 year olds) out with Joey and Alina and they couldn’t have been more accommodating. Totally worth the money. I’ve been out on party boats and charter boats but this was a first for my young family. It couldn’t have gone better. Highly recommend this couple!
John K. | March 4, 2026

Trip: Inshore/Nearshore Fishing 4-8 Hours
★★★★★
Captain George was all around great! On time, very knowledgeable and attentive with great instructions for each fish type we were chasing. Extremely professional and did an excellent job cleaning the catch so we could make for dinner too. All around great time.
Marty A. | February 25, 2026

Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Fun

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