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Inshore Fishing in Barataria

Louisiana Inshore Trip

NEW Managed by Kory
26 ft 1 - 4 People From $700
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, River Fishing in Holmes Beach

Flexible Departure Inshore Fishing

100% (1) Guided by Josh
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, Flats in Port O'Connor

Navigation Trip On Your Boat

100% (9) Guided by Doug
1 - 4 People From $250
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Largo

4-6 Hr Nearshore Trip

100% (3) Guided by Ethan
22 ft 1 - 12 People From $700
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore Fishing in Myrtle Beach

Half Day Trip – Backwater - 22 CS

NEW Managed by Scotty
22 ft 1 - 6 People From $450
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, River in Point Pleasant Beach

2/3 Hour Trip – After Work Soak

100% (2) Guided by Michael
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $250
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Everything to Know About Booking a flounder fishing charter

What are the best flounder fishing charters?

The best flounder fishing charters are:

What is a flounder?

Flounder is an extraordinarily unique species. As a flatfish, it lives on the bottom and have adapted to have both of their eyes on the top of their head. They are actually born with their eyes on either side, and as they go through flounder puberty one eye will migrate over and one side of their body will grow darker. This side will face upwards from the ground, and camouflage the flounder with the sea floor.

There are a number of different types of flounder:

Gulf Flounder (Paralichthys albigutta): The gulf flounder is found most commonly on the panhandle of Florida and in nearby waters, although it can be found around the Gulf.

Southern Flounder (Paralichthys lethostigma): The southern flounder is a common species on the Atlantic coast and around the Gulf.

Summer Flounder / Fluke (Paralichthys dentatus): The summer flounder is common from North Carolina to Massachusetts.

Winter Flounder (Pseudopleuronectes americanus): The winter flounder is common from Delaware to Canada, although it can be found further south.

In addition, many types of flatfish span the globe - the Pacific side of the US is home to the olive flounder, starry flounder, and california flounder as well as the related (and much larger) halibut, and other waters around the world are home to various sole, plaice, and turbot.

How big do flounder get?

Among the four species of flounder common to the East and Gulf coasts of the US, flounder can be anywhere from 8 to 20+ inches, and have a width of about half their length. The minimum keeper size is usually around 14 inches or more depending on your location. Males will generally be smaller than females.

Whats the biggest flounder ever caught?

The world record flounder of the Atlantic species above was caught by Charles Nappi in Montauk, NY in 1975 and was a massive 22.7 pound fish. The current Texas state record is a southern flounder at 13 pounds and 28 inches long.

Where is the best place to catch flounder?

Flounder are bottom dwellers, and live on various sea and estuary floors around the world. Different subspecies have different preferences for depth and habitat. Southern flounder will often be found close to shore in shallow waters and intracoastal flats, and make for perfect gigging fare.

When should I catch flounder?

Southern flounder are best caught in the summer and during their migration from October to December. Summer flounder is best in the summer, winter flounder in the winter, and gulf flounder in the spring and summer.

How do you catch flounder?

Flounder are bottom dwellers and tend to stick to the sea floor waiting patiently for a meal to come across, but can actually despite their appearance and build often be seen to swim to the surface in chase of a meal. When you are using light tackle, you'll want to use live bait or small soft plastics with a jig head along the bottom. The unique thing about fishing flounder is patience - some people claim you need to wait literal minutes between the thump you feel and when you set that hook.

While light tackle fishing for flounder can be great, everyone knows the real prize is gigging. Strap your lights on the boat and head out at night for an awesome time. Flats boats help you navigate the shallow waters, and LED lights help you spot the fish better.

Are flounder good to eat? What are the best flounder recipes?

When eating flounder there is no question about style - stuffed flounder is the way to go. When you search flounder recipes that is all you will see. Flounder is most commonly stuffed with crab, maybe some shrimp, some veggies, some crackers - everyone has their own recipe - but it is damn good when it comes out of the oven. Flounder is most often stuffed because its odd body shape encourages this since it is already flattened and ready to be opened up.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    It doesn’t get any better than this trip with Colin! He put us on the fish! Check out the photos!

    Virginia M. | April 29, 2026

    Trip: 2-8 Hours Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Patrick was an awesome guide. Helped us get on em and I definitely would book this trip again. He was friendly and funny! Had a blast!

    Elmo D. | April 13, 2026

    Trip: 3 Hour Inshore Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Josh was really knowledgable and was great working with the kids. Would highly recommend him for a great family experience!

    Steve P. | April 6, 2026

    Trip: Flexible Departure Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Craig was excellent. He was very thorough in his communications with well timed phone calls to prepare in advance and out on the water he worked super hard to make sure each member of our party got on a fish. His deck hand Jake did a great job as well. Thank you Craig and Jake

    Cameron G. | April 3, 2026

    Trip: San Francisco Bay Premier Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Billy is awesome. He goes above and beyond to ensure you have a great time. He put us on numerous fish as we weaved and darted all thru the area fishing inland waters for snook and redfish. If you want a great time on the water, ask for Captain Billy.

    Allen W. | April 2, 2026

    Trip: Artificial Lure Action

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