Featured Catfish Guides
Expert captains ready to take you on your next adventure in Florida.
Fish-In-Daze Charters
With Destin Fishing Trips, you can try your luck catching dinner during our variety of trips! Catch ladyfish, sail catfish, and blue fish.
Scuppers Watersports
Scupper's Watersports offers the most activities on the water in the Upper Keys! We have two locations, our Key Largo location is at the beautiful Baker's Cay Resort. Our Islamorada location is at the iconic Cheeca Lodge and Spa. We have access to the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. We offer parasailing, jetskiing, snorkeling, sunset cruises, water-tricycles, clear kayaks, paddle boards and hobie cats. We also offer fishing excursions and private charters.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Catfish
Catfish fishing in FL: focus on seasonal forage and water conditions near Belle Glade. Use natural presentations and adjust depth with temperature and current.
How to Catch Catfish
Catfish Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
No limit, except for channel catfish which is 5 per day in specific Fish Management Areas.
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Check specific Fish Management Area regulations for channel catfish limits.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.