Fishing report from Justin F.
in Key West, Florida
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06/09/2023
Mahi Mahi
Fishing report from Tony Y.
in Islamorada, Florida
06/08/2023
Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi
Fishing report from Doug P.
in Pompano Beach, Florida
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06/07/2023
Kingfish, Mahi Mahi
Fishing report from Matt G.
in Port Orange, Florida
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06/07/2023
Mahi Mahi
06/07/2023
Mahi Mahi, Wahoo
Fishing report from Seth W.
in Orange Beach, Alabama
06/07/2023
Mahi Mahi
06/07/2023
Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, Spanish Mackerel
Fishing report from Matthew C.
in Destin, Florida
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06/07/2023
Mahi Mahi, Red Grouper, Red Snapper
Fishing report from Tim K.
in Pensacola, Florida
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06/07/2023
Mahi Mahi
Fishing report from Scott P.
in Etoile, Texas
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06/07/2023
Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper
First seven days
Fishing report from George G.
in Layton Key, Florida
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06/02/2023
Mahi Mahi
06/02/2023
Barracuda, Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi
Fishing report from Casey Y.
in Key Largo, Florida
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06/01/2023
Mahi Mahi, Tripletail
Mahi fishing is starting to heat up while the snapper fishing remains red hot
Fishing report from Steve H.
in Clearwater, Florida
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06/01/2023
Lane Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Red Grouper, Red Snapper
06/01/2023
Lane Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Red Grouper, Red Snapper
Red snapper fishing in Clearwater Beach can be excellent during the summer months, particularly in depths of 100-150 feet. Federal for hire Red snapper season opens June 1st, and recreational season opens June 16th and runs into the middle of August. Anglers are allowed to keep 2 red snappers per person per day with a minimum size limit of 16 inches.
Red grouper fishing can also be productive in the same depths as red snapper. Anglers are allowed to keep 2 red grouper per person per day with a minimum size limit of 20 inches.
When targeting red snapper and red grouper, it's important to use heavy tackle and live or cut bait. Squid and sardines are popular bait choices, but other options like pinfish, grunts, and cigar minnows can also be effective. Bottom fishing techniques like drifting and anchoring can both be effective, depending on the conditions.
Overall, Clearwater Beach offers excellent offshore fishing opportunities for red snapper and red grouper during the summer months. It's always a good idea to check local regulations and weather conditions before heading out and to consider hiring a local guide or charter to help you find the best spots and techniques. We recommend at least an 8 hour charter for red groupers and 10-12 hour charters are best for both grouper and red snapper.
Red snapper fishing in Clearwater Beach can be excellent during the summer months, particularly in depths of 100-150 feet. Federal for hire Red snapper season opens June 1st, and recreational season opens June 16th and runs into the middle of August. Anglers are allowed to keep 2 red snappers per person per day with a minimum size limit of 16 inches.
Red grouper fishing can also be productive in the same depths as red snapper. Anglers are allowed to keep 2 red grouper per person per day with a minimum size limit of 20 inches.
When targeting red snapper and red grouper, it's important to use heavy tackle and live or cut bait. Squid and sardines are popular bait choices, but other options like pinfish, grunts, and cigar minnows can also be effective. Bottom fishing techniques like drifting and anchoring can both be effective, depending on the conditions.
Overall, Clearwater Beach offers excellent offshore fishing opportunities for red snapper and red grouper during the summer months. It's always a good idea to check local regulations and weather conditions before heading out and to consider hiring a local guide or charter to help you find the best spots and techniques. We recommend at least an 8 hour charter for red groupers and 10-12 hour charters are best for both grouper and red snapper.
Fishing report from Jim V.
in Clearwater, Florida
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06/01/2023
False Albacore, Mahi Mahi
06/01/2023
False Albacore, Mahi Mahi, Red Grouper
Red snapper have been chewing the bottom out of the boat... Red grouper as well. Mahi are showing up strong in the gulf this year.
Red snapper have been chewing the bottom out of the boat... Red grouper as well. Mahi are showing up strong in the gulf this year.
Fishing report from Anthony B.
in Pompano Beach, Florida
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05/31/2023
Kingfish, False Albacore, Mahi Mahi
Fishing report from Devin C.
in Pensacola, Florida
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05/31/2023
Mahi Mahi, Vermillion Snapper
Fishing report from Justin F.
in Key West, Florida
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05/31/2023
Mahi Mahi
05/31/2023
Mahi Mahi
05/31/2023
Mahi Mahi
Fishing report from Jim M.
in Key Largo, Florida
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05/31/2023
Mahi Mahi
05/31/2023
Amberjack, Mahi Mahi
05/31/2023
Amberjack, Mahi Mahi
Fishing report from Casey Y.
in Key Largo, Florida
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05/31/2023
Mahi Mahi, Tripletail
Fishing report from Dave Z.
in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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05/26/2023
Mahi Mahi
05/26/2023
False Albacore, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo
This morning
This morning
Fishing report from Steve H.
in Freeport, Texas
05/25/2023
Mahi Mahi, Rockfish
05/25/2023
Mahi Mahi, Rockfish
e were able get deep drop trip catch few golden tile and barrel fish. Seas are looking favorable for opening of snapper season and I still have few days open.
e were able get deep drop trip catch few golden tile and barrel fish. Seas are looking favorable for opening of snapper season and I still have few days open.
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