Inshore Trips

The Apalachicola Bay is an estuary located on the northwest coast of the state of Florida, it offers some of the finest fishing in the country. The Apalachicola Bay system includes St. Georges Sound, St. Vincent Sound and East Bay, covering an area of about 208 square miles. Four islands St. Vincent Island to the west, Cape St. George Island (Little St. George) and St. George Island to the south, and Dog Island to the east separate the system from the Gulf of Mexico. Fishing in Apalachicola and St. George Island offers a uniquely rich fishing experience, sure to make your vacation to the Forgotten Coast one to remember.

The Apalachicola Bay has been designated as a National Estuarine Research Reserve and the Apalachicola River is the largest source of freshwater to the estuary.

The region features 1,162 species of plants, and includes the largest natural stand of tupelo trees in the world. The area is also home to 308 species of birds, 186 species of fish and 57 species of mammals. Apalachicola Bay fishing is hard to beat!

The towns of Apalachicola and St. George Island welcome recreational anglers and are a delightful place to stay (waterfront hotels, private gulf front vacation homes, romantic b&bs or charming RV campgrounds), with award-winning seafood restaurants, antique shops and boutiques, museums and all within a short stroll from the waterfront.