Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch carp.
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 Carp
Carp can be caught year-round in Lake Butler. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Carp
Lake Butler offers surprisingly good Carp fishing, although it's often overlooked. The key here is understanding the carp's feeding habits in this specific environment. They tend to congregate in the weedy shallows and near submerged timber, especially during the warmer months. Pre-baiting a spot with corn or boilies for a few days can significantly increase your chances. A simple hair rig with a kernel of corn is a reliable presentation. Unlike pressured fisheries, the carp here aren't as wary of heavy lines, but fluorocarbon leaders can still help. Access is good from the public boat ramp on the south end, but bank fishing opportunities are limited. Be patient, carp fishing requires time and observation of their behavior on the lake.
How to Catch Carp
Carp Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
No limit
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Carp are considered a non-native species in Florida.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
Related Species in Florida
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best way to catch carp in Lake Butler?
Carp are often caught using dough baits, corn, or boilies. Fishing near the bottom in areas with vegetation or structure is a good strategy.
Are there any limits on carp I can catch in Lake Butler?
There are no bag or size limits on carp in Florida, so you can keep what you catch.
Do I need a fishing license to target carp in Florida?
Yes, a valid Florida freshwater fishing license is required to fish for carp in Lake Butler and other freshwater locations.
Can I fish for carp year-round in Lake Butler?
Yes, carp can be fished for year-round in Florida.
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