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Florida Pompano Fishing Charters

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Spring Hill

Half Day Charter (4-Hour) PM

NEW Guided by Tim
22 ft 1 - 12 People From $450
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Gulf Breeze

Pensacola Bay Fly Fishing

100% (11) Guided by Richard
21 ft 1 - 3 People From $400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Biloxi

Inshore / Nearshore Fishing!!!

100% (9) Guided by Angie
24 ft 1 - 12 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Melbourne Beach

Pompano Surf Fishing Special

NEW Guided by Matt
1 - 6 People From $400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Key West

Key West Offshore Excitement!

100% (78) Managed by John
30 ft 1 - 4 People From $900
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Port Isabel

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100% (15) Guided by Cliff
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $450
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What is a Florida Pompano?

The Florida pompano (Trachinotus carolinus, sometimes called a cobblerfish), are a type of pompano within the jack family. They have a compressed body and short snout, that varies from blue to green to yellow with a silvery tint, and a deeply forked tail.

They are often confused with a permit, however a pompano will have a less forked tail, thinner pectoral fin, more pointed head (and a giant forehead), and have more yellow coloring, and are also smaller.

Florida pompano are a schooling, bottom feeding fish, are finicky eaters, and are very strong fighters for their size.

How big do Florida Pompano get?

Juvenile Florida pompano grow between 0.8 and 1.9 inches per month, growing to about 12 inches and weighing about a pound after a year. The maximum growth of an adult pompano will reach around three pounds, and have a length of up to 17 inches.

What's the biggest Florida Pompano ever caught?

On October 16th, 1999, Barry Hutson caught the all tackle world record Florida Pompano according to the IGFA. The monster weighed in at 8 pounds, 4 ounces, with a length of 18 inches. It was caught in Port St. Joe, Florida.

Where is the best place to catch Florida Pompano?

Florida pompano can be found in the western Atlantic from Massachusetts to Brazil, including the Gulf of Mexico and West Indies, however they cannot be found in the Bahamas. They are most plentiful in Florida, as the name suggests, from New Smyrna Beach to Miami on the Atlantic coast, and St. Pete to the Panhandle on the Gulf Coast.

They prefer warm waters from 70-89 degrees, migrating north in the summer, and south in the fall. They can typically be found schooling in surf flats, feeding along the bottom, and will often avoid clear water regions.

When should I catch Florida Pompano?

Pompano are open year round, however their peak months are from October to December, and April to July. The best time to fish for them is either early in the morning, or at dusk, especially when the wind is blowing in towards the shore.

How do you catch Florida Pompano?

The Florida pompano is a picky little fish when it comes to eating, making them difficult to catch. When it comes to bait, the best natural options are mole crabs, clams, or shrimp, whereas the best artificial options are brightly colored jigs, plugs, or flies. No matter what you use, you’ll need small terminal tackle and hooks, as they have fairly small mouths.

The best technique is to cast your bait into the wave as it recedes, and then reel in with it. If you’re using artificial, you can twitch it along the bottom to make sand puffs every five seconds. No matter what you’re using, be ready for a terrific fight, despite their size!

Are Florida Pompano good to eat? What are the best Florida Pompano recipes?

Florida pompano are some of the most expensive seafood options in the United States, and have a delicious, white, and flaky meat. Fillets have a very even thickness, and are very popular among chefs. They have a very rich, but mild flavor.

One of the most well known dishes created from them is out of New Orleans, called pompano en papillote. It is wrapped in parchment paper with a white sauce made from wine, shrimp, and crab meat, which is then steamed.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Kenny will put you on the fish! Great experience! Definitely was great fishing

    Shane G. | November 26, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Melbourne

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip Taylor!! He was a great captain! We caught LOTS of fish. Super knowledgeable and such a pleasure to be around. We will definitely be calling him when we come back to Florida again. Top notch experience! Caught mackerel, trout, groupers, Jack fish, lady fish, lizard fish, catfish and we saw a dolphin. Thank you for a great experience!

    Laura Q. | November 24, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Captain Ron. I went out with my two sons. He put us on fish, and was extremely helpful. We will be coming back again.

    Daniel K. | November 10, 2025

    Trip: Daytona Beach: Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Sean is the man!! We hopped out for an afternoon half day right on the tail end of some weird weather patterns and didn't have high hopes, but Sean relentlessly tried new techniques and locations to get us on some fish. I don't know that I've ever been out with a guide who has moved more or tried more techniques in a 4 hour fishing trip. He knew exactly when to say "this isn't working the fish aren't here, lets move on" which is an underrated skill in a guide. We found the flats empty of the usual suspects (tarpon permit bonefish), but we pivoted and hooked into cero mackerel, mutton snapper, and some barracuda. Sean has been fishing in Key West for 30+ years and won't steer you wrong!

    Jonathan N. | November 5, 2025

    Trip: Keys Flats And Back Country Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing trip. Caught a variety and saw plenty of amazing places.

    Nicholas J. | November 4, 2025

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