Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch bonnethead shark.
Island Baby Islamorada
Tavernier, Florida
Flying Thief Charters
Big Pine Key, Florida
Key West Tarpon Fishing with Flying Thief Charters. Let us be your guide to the best Bonefish Spin Fishing, and excellent Flats Fishing in the Florida Keys.
Fat Cat Charters
Big Pine Key, Florida
Sea Glass Excursions
Cudjoe Key, Florida
Sea Glass Excursions offers offshore and inshore fishing, snorkeling, sandbars, sunset cruise, or just a ride, I’m your guide. My Name is Captain Brian and I live in the Lower Florida Keys.
Double O Fishing Charter
Cudjoe Key, Florida
Tarpon Trips
Summerland Key, Florida
Shane Wood Fishing
Summerland Key, Florida
Shane Wood Fly Fishing Guide - Rates and Information. Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit Photo Gallery. Book your fishing charter now.
Stock Island Fishing Charters
Naval Air Station Key West, Florida
Stock Island fishing charters at the entrance to Key West. Many different charters offered for all types of anglers and vacationers.
Captain Eddie Griffiths Charters
Key West, Florida
Dry Tortugas fishing trips with Andy Griffiths charters out of Key West, Florida. Overnight fishing to Fort Jefferson, Dry Tortugas and Marquesas Keys. Enjoy fishing and diving on your private charter, 2 or 3 day fishing charters for snapper, grouper, mahi mahi, wahoo and more. Best reef and wreck fishing available year round in the Florida Keys and west of Key West near the Dry Tortugas National Park.
Captain Bill Lowman Anna Maria Sportfishing
Holmes Beach, Florida
Anna Maria Island Charter Fishing Guide
Destination Fish Charters
Marco Island, Florida
Danny Fabian is one of Southwest Florida's premier backwater and sport fishermen in Naples and Marco Island, Florida. As a professional fishing quide, Danny specializes in fishing in Everglades National Park and focuses on Snook, Grouper, Tarpon, Trout, Redfish.
Captain Rio Adventures
Marco Island, Florida
Go fish with fun catching Charter fishing at its best!
Best Time to Catch Bonnethead Shark
Peak season: May, June. Also good: April, July, August. Right now in February, activity is poor.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Bonnethead Shark
Miami, Florida, offers fantastic Bonnethead Shark fishing year-round, but the warmer months are undoubtedly the most productive. Biscayne Bay and the surrounding flats are teeming with these smaller sharks. Look for them in shallow, grassy areas where they hunt for crabs and crustaceans. A simple but effective technique is to anchor up near a channel edge or mangrove shoreline and cast a chunk of crab or shrimp on a small circle hook. Light tackle is the name of the game here, making for a fun and sporting fight. Numerous boat ramps provide access to Biscayne Bay, including Matheson Hammock Park Marina. A key tip: chumming lightly with ground-up shellfish can draw Bonnetheads into your area. The Bonnethead Sharks in Miami are typically smaller, averaging a few feet in length, but their abundance and willingness to bite make them a great target for anglers of all skill levels. Remember to handle them carefully and release them quickly to ensure their survival.
How to Catch Bonnethead Shark
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Bonnethead Shark in Miami.
Bonnethead Shark Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
1 per person
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Must have a no-cost, annual Shore-based Shark Fishing Permit to fish for sharks from shore. Certain gear restrictions apply when targeting sharks from shore.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait to use for Bonnethead Sharks in Miami?
Bonnetheads are attracted to crustaceans. Try using fresh or frozen shrimp, crabs, or small pieces of fish as bait.
What is the bag limit for Bonnethead Sharks in Florida?
The bag limit for Bonnethead Sharks in Florida is one per person.
Do I need a license to fish for Bonnethead Sharks in Miami?
Yes, you need a valid Florida saltwater fishing license to legally target Bonnethead Sharks in Miami and throughout Florida.
Can I fish for Bonnethead Sharks year-round in Miami?
Yes, the season for Bonnethead Sharks is open year-round in Florida.
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