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Everything to Know About Booking a Fishing Charter in Riviera Beach
What are the best fishing charters in Riviera Beach?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 80 trips in Riviera Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are 28’ Contender center console guided by Rick, Riviera Beach Fishing guided by Rudy, and Open Ocean Sportfishing guided by Richard.
Our guides in Riviera Beach are rated a 4.79 out of 5 based on 9582 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.
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Other popular cities nearby for booking a charter include Jupiter, Delray Beach and Boynton Beach.
Looking for kid friendly charters in Riviera Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in Riviera Beach.
What types of fishing charters are common in Riviera Beach?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular in Riviera Beach as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and lake fishing.
The most commonly sought after species in Riviera Beach are: 1. mahi mahi, 2. sailfish, 3. kingfish, and 4. blackfin tuna.
The most common fishing techniques in Riviera Beach are trolling, live bait fishing, and heavy tackle fishing but artificial lure fishing and bottom fishing are popular as well.
How much do Riviera Beach fishing charters cost?
in Riviera Beach prices can range anywhere from an affordable $225 to $3,000 and up, but the average price for a half day trip in Riviera Beach is $708. The average price for a full day trip in Riviera Beach is $1,234.
What month is best for fishing in Riviera Beach?
The most popular season for fishing in Riviera Beach is spring, and most anglers book their trips 11 days in advance.
Do I need a Riviera Beach fishing license and what are the bag limits in Riviera Beach?
If you’re thinking about a saltwater trip, you’re in luck! Our saltwater fishing tours in Riviera Beach don’t require you to purchase a fishing license – your group is covered by your boat’s captain. For freshwater trips, you’ll still need to purchase a license. See here for more information on fishing licenses, bag limits, and fishing season regulations in Riviera Beach. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations.
Riviera Beach Fishing Overview
No matter what time of year it is, Riviera Beach is a haven of great fishing on the Atlantic side of Florida. There are three different major bodies of water for anglers to choose from which consist of inshore, offshore, and even freshwater lakes. Inshore and offshore fishing is strong with bucket list species always biting and Lake Okeechobee offers world-class bass fishing.
Riviera Beach Freshwater Fishing
In Riviera Beach the nearby canals or lake offer the opportunity to catch a variety of fish species. These waters are great for catching largemouth bass but the peacock bass and clown knife fish are also popular. Other species you can catch here are bluegill, redear sunfish, sunshine bass, catfish, and more exotic species including spotted tilapia, Oscars, and Mayan cichlids. With plenty of lakes to the north and Lake Okeechobee to the west, there is no shortage of freshwater fishing opportunities in Riviera Beach.
Lake Okeechobee sits only a few miles inland from Riviera Beach and has some of the best largemouth bass fishing in the world. This lake frequently hosts the Bassmaster Elite Series which often produces double-digit bass at the weigh-ins. The seemingly endless supply of big-bellied females makes this a prime spot for someone looking to catch their new personal record.
Riviera Beach Inshore Fishing
The greater Palm Beaches area has plenty of coastal and backwater fishing spots that create a rich inshore fishery. Inshore trips usually take place near inlets, piers, shorelines, or flats, and create year-round fishing opportunities. Powerful fish like snook, tarpon, and barracudas patrol these waters waiting to ambush prey or your bait. Other popular inshore species include angler favorites like redfish, trout, jacks, pompano, and sharks. With so much to offer, it’s no surprise that Riviera Beach has become a highly sought-after fishing destination.
Offshore fishing in Riviera Beach
If you want to chase trophy sailfish, head out into the gulf stream to the legendary Sailfish Alley which is known for being packed with fish. This stretch of coast is also teeming with mahi-mahi, wahoo, tuna, and kingfish. If you would rather deep drop bait, head out the reefs for snappers, groupers, and hogfish. There are endless top notch deep sea fishing charters out of Riviera Beach that are sure to be perfect for any group.
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Popular Types of Fishing In Riviera Beach
Riviera Beach fishing charters offer a variety of options for anglers of all levels. The most common types of fishing charters in Riviera Beach are offshore, inshore, and bay fishing.
Offshore fishing charters take you out to the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico, where you can catch big game fish like marlin, sailfish, and tuna. Inshore fishing charters stay closer to shore and target species like redfish, trout, and snook. Bay fishing charters are perfect for families and beginners, as they take you to the calm waters of the Laguna Madre Bay, where you can catch flounder, sheepshead, and black drum.
Some of the most common fish to catch in Riviera Beach include redfish, trout, snook, flounder, sheepshead, black drum, marlin, sailfish, and tuna.
When booking a Riviera Beach fishing charter, be sure to ask about landmarks like the Packery Channel Jetties and the Bob Hall Pier, as these are popular spots for fishing charters to visit.
The Best Places To Fish In Riviera Beach
Riviera Beach, Texas is a prime location for fishing enthusiasts. With its beautiful coastline and abundant marine life, there are plenty of great spots to cast a line. Whether you're looking for a relaxing day of fishing or an exciting fishing charter adventure, here are some of the best places to fish in Riviera Beach, Texas:
1. Packery Channel - This popular fishing spot is known for its variety of fish, including redfish, trout, and flounder. Fishing charters are available for those looking for a more guided experience.
2. Bob Hall Pier - This iconic pier offers a great view of the Gulf of Mexico and is a popular spot for catching kingfish, Spanish mackerel, and other species. Fishing charters are also available here.
3. Padre Island National Seashore - This pristine beach offers miles of shoreline for surf fishing, with opportunities to catch redfish, speckled trout, and more. Fishing charters can also be arranged for those looking to venture further out.
4. Laguna Madre - This shallow lagoon is a prime spot for catching redfish, trout, and flounder. Fishing charters are available for those looking to explore the area's many channels and flats.
5. Port Aransas Jetties - These rock formations provide a great habitat for a variety of fish, including redfish, black drum, and sheepshead. Fishing charters are available for those looking to fish the deeper waters around the jetties.
No matter where you choose to fish in Riviera Beach, Texas, you're sure to have a great time. With so many options for fishing charters and shore fishing, there's something for everyone.
Other Things To Do In Riviera Beach
While Riviera Beach fishing charters are a popular attraction, there are plenty of other things to do in this vibrant city. Take a trip to the nearby Padre Island National Seashore for a day of sun, sand, and surf. For a more educational experience, visit the Texas State Aquarium or the USS Lexington Museum on the Bay. If you're looking for a thrill, head to Skydive South Texas for a tandem skydiving experience. And don't forget to indulge in some delicious seafood at local restaurants like Blackbeard's on the Beach. With so much to see and do, Riviera Beach is the perfect destination for a fun-filled vacation.
Riviera Beach Fishing Calendar
Species | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
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Amberjack | Fair | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair |
Barracuda | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
Black Grouper | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
Blackfin Tuna | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Great |
Blacktip Shark | Good | Great | Great | Good | Fair | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Fair |
Blue Marlin | Good | Good | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Great | Fair | Good |
Bonito | Fair | Fair | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good |
Cobia | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
Gag Grouper | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
Goliath Grouper | Good | Good | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Good | Good |
Hammerhead Shark | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
Hogfish | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
Jack Crevalle | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great |
Kingfish | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Fair | Great | Great | Ideal | Great | Fair | Fair | Fair | Ideal |
Largemouth Bass | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Good | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
Mahi Mahi | Fair | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Fair |
Mangrove Snapper | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
Mutton Snapper | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great |
Peacock Bass | Good | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Good | Good |
Permit | Fair | Fair | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Ideal | Great | Fair |
Red Snapper | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great |
Sailfish | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Fair | Ideal | Great | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great |
Snook | Good | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Good |
Striped Bass | Great | Ideal | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Ideal |
Swordfish | Great | Great | Good | Good | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great |
Tarpon | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Great | Good | Good | Good | Good |
Wahoo | Great | Ideal | Fair | Great | Great | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Fair |
White Marlin | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Great | Ideal | Great | Great | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair |
Yellowfin Tuna | Fair | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Good | Fair |
Yellowtail Snapper | Good | Good | Good | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Good |
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Top Targeted Fishing Species in Riviera Beach
- Amberjack
- Barracuda
- Black Grouper
- Blackfin Tuna
- Blacktip Shark
- Blue Marlin
- Bonito
- Bonnethead Shark
- Bull Shark
- Cobia
- Gag Grouper
- Hammerhead Shark
- Kingfish
- Lane Snapper
- Lemon Shark
- Mahi Mahi
- Mangrove Snapper
- Mutton Snapper
- Red Grouper
- Sailfish
- Skipjack Tuna
- Swordfish
- Wahoo
- White Marlin
- Yellowfin Tuna
- Yellowtail Snapper
Top Fishing Techniques in Riviera Beach
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