Goliath Grouper Fishing Reports (July 2026)

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Fishing report from Ben T. in Tavernier, Florida Book a trip with Captain Ben here.

02/13/2025 Goliath Grouper

02/11/2025 Goliath Grouper

Islamorada & The Everglades National Park is above average temperatures this year for February and making fishing hot hot hot! From bonefish and permit on the flats to snook redfish and trout. All are fishing excellent the only problem is deciding what to do!!

Fishing report from Chris P. in Tavernier, Florida

01/21/2025 Goliath Grouper

These beasts were landed just after hurricane Ian ran through. We headed out early on the day after land fall. Pilchards had moved into the creaks by the thousands making for easy bait opportunities. After one throw we loaded up on jumbo razors . Then headed to some wrecks just passed the reefs in Islamorada. The water was milky but calm , stirred up from the week of high winds . On the first drift we hooked the first monster on one of the lighter rods with a 20 pound leader . After a nearly 20 min battle we were finally gaining back line . Finally we made it to the weight and I Began carefully hand lining the fish to the boat . Finally after we got the gaff in angler and Captain both let put a sigh of relief followed by the crack of several high fives between all aboard the Papa Jack 4 ! Best part is second drop we boated a second pompano shortly after . This time rigged a bit heavier ! Between the multiple cold fronts and north to North west winds . It has made for perfect condition for targeting shallow water mutton's . We have had several double digit keeper mutton trips and even seeing a few over 20 pounds . Additionally having shots at everything from red grouper , Goliath grouper , lane snapper , and mackerel in between mutton's bites. Keeping the box full of variety and keeping anglers rods bent. We also had a few gulf trips later in the month in beautiful calm seas . Where the Spanish mackerel run has kept drags screaming and everyone with a perm-a grin ! In addition to jumbo mangroves , and even some Cobia opportunities. Over all the new year has been full of great action and many memories made aboard the Papa Jack 4. We looked forward to seeing what the rest of this winter season has to offer !

Fishing report from Antonio E. in Key West, Florida Book a trip with Captain Antonio here.

01/17/2025 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Tim R. in Naples, Florida Book a trip with Captain Tim here.

01/14/2025 Goliath Grouper

The water temperatures are cold and the fishing is hot! Fishermen of all ages and skill levels are having a blast deep in the Naples Backcountry bouncing jigs, and freelining live shrimp to hungry seatrout, redfish, black drum, sheepshead, snook, mangrove snapper, jack crevalle, ladyfish and its common to catch 50 plus fish in a 4 hour charter. Pick a date that works and let's go catch some fish!

Fishing report from Daniel M. in Fort Myers, Florida Book a trip with Captain Daniel here.

01/07/2025 Goliath Grouper

Finished off the 2024 year with some beautiful red snapper days as well as started off with some nice red grouper to open the year. A couple jumbo sized Goliaths joined the party as well. Inshore, the trout bite has been consistent but most of the trout are on the small side. Picking away at mangroves, sheepshead's and grunts on the nearshore trips.

Fishing report from Jose R. in Miami, Florida Book a trip with Captain Jose here.

12/21/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing has been on fire the past three weeks with this cold front clients are doing well and catching goliath grouper snook tarpon redfish

Fishing report from Jon-Paul H. in Islamorada, Florida

12/18/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Joshua B. in Islamorada, Florida

12/17/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Aaron H. in Port Orange, Florida

12/17/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Ryan C. in Key West, Florida

12/07/2024 Goliath Grouper

We had some fantastic weather this week with Light winds and calm seas. The trout fishing has been good in the basins on artificial lures. With a mix bag of pompano , jacks , lady fish and blacktip sharks. The bottom fishing continues to be great with plenty of action catching grouper, snappers, lots of jacks, barracuda and a few Cobia are starting to pop up. Right now the Cobia are with the sharks so it can be a struggled landing the larger sized fish before the sharks eat them. Bait of choice is still live pilchards that we have been cast netting everyday to start the morning.

Fishing report from Jason C. in Key Largo, Florida Book a trip with Captain Jason here.

12/06/2024 Goliath Grouper

The reef is on fire! Grouper snapper yellow jacks triggers even found a mahi or two

Fishing report from Daniel M. in Fort Myers, Florida Book a trip with Captain Daniel here.

12/04/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Joseph D. in St. Petersburg, Florida Book a trip with Captain Joseph here.

11/28/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Jon-Paul H. in Islamorada, Florida

11/28/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Chandler W. in Key West, Florida

11/27/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Joshua B. in Islamorada, Florida

11/26/2024 Goliath Grouper

Goliath Grouper Fishing in Islamorada, Florida

11/26/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Tim R. in Naples, Florida Book a trip with Captain Tim here.

11/20/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Mike C. in Fort Myers Beach, Florida

11/20/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Zach S. in Big Pine Key, Florida

11/13/2024 Goliath Grouper

Inshore fishing has remained consistent with the higher than normal wind conditions we have experienced over the past few weeks. I have been focusing on the backcountry channels and flats targeting Mangrove Snapper, Mackerel, Speckled Trout and Goliath Grouper. Snapper fishing has been very good producing catches in the 2-4lb range on a consistent basis with some larger fish in the mix. While targeting these Snapper I have also been dropping a big bait down for Goliath Grouper that provides excitement for all aboard. These fish have been averaging from 30lb to well over 100lbs and provide an ultimate battle on stand up gear, catching a couple of these Grouper is not uncommon. The Spanish and Cero Mackerel and a few Speckled Trout have been making their appearance as the water temps cool slightly. All of these species will continue to improve with the water cooling and the weather settling into our winter season. I encourage everyone to experience some of the best inshore fishing the Florida Keys has to offer this winter, multiple species that are readily available and fishing the backcountry provides opportunities even when it's windy.

Fishing report from Aaron H. in Port Orange, Florida

11/13/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Ben T. in Tavernier, Florida Book a trip with Captain Ben here.

11/08/2024 Goliath Grouper

we have great fall fishing right now with comfortable fall temperatures and great backcountry fishing for all experience levels.

Fishing report from Tim R. in Naples, Florida Book a trip with Captain Tim here.

10/25/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Mark Q. in Pompano Beach, Florida

10/11/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Tim R. in Naples, Florida Book a trip with Captain Tim here.

09/18/2024 Goliath Grouper

Fishing report from Mike C. in Fort Myers Beach, Florida

09/18/2024 Goliath Grouper

Waters are clearing back up after the last hurricane, Goliath grouper are biting nearshore just off fort myers beach. Caught both these on our 4 hour 5 mile trips.

Goliath Grouper Fishing Reports (July 2026)

Where is the best Goliath Grouper fishing right now? Check out the latest Goliath Grouper fishing reports across all our locations below.

Fishing report from Ben T. in Tavernier, Florida Book a trip with Captain Ben here.

Fishing report from Chris P. in Tavernier, Florida

Fishing report from Antonio E. in Key West, Florida Book a trip with Captain Antonio here.

Fishing report from Tim R. in Naples, Florida Book a trip with Captain Tim here.

Fishing report from Daniel M. in Fort Myers, Florida Book a trip with Captain Daniel here.

Fishing report from Jose R. in Miami, Florida Book a trip with Captain Jose here.

Fishing report from Jon-Paul H. in Islamorada, Florida

Fishing report from Joshua B. in Islamorada, Florida

Fishing report from Aaron H. in Port Orange, Florida

Fishing report from Ryan C. in Key West, Florida

Fishing report from Jason C. in Key Largo, Florida Book a trip with Captain Jason here.

Fishing report from Daniel M. in Fort Myers, Florida Book a trip with Captain Daniel here.

Fishing report from Joseph D. in St. Petersburg, Florida Book a trip with Captain Joseph here.

Fishing report from Jon-Paul H. in Islamorada, Florida

Fishing report from Chandler W. in Key West, Florida

Fishing report from Joshua B. in Islamorada, Florida

Fishing report from Tim R. in Naples, Florida Book a trip with Captain Tim here.

Fishing report from Mike C. in Fort Myers Beach, Florida

Fishing report from Zach S. in Big Pine Key, Florida

Fishing report from Aaron H. in Port Orange, Florida

Fishing report from Ben T. in Tavernier, Florida Book a trip with Captain Ben here.

Fishing report from Tim R. in Naples, Florida Book a trip with Captain Tim here.

Fishing report from Mark Q. in Pompano Beach, Florida

Fishing report from Tim R. in Naples, Florida Book a trip with Captain Tim here.

Fishing report from Mike C. in Fort Myers Beach, Florida