Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch chain pickerel.
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 Chain Pickerel
Peak season: May, June. Also good: April, July, August, September. Right now in February, activity is poor.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Chain Pickerel
Kissimmee, Florida, is a fantastic location for targeting Chain Pickerel, especially in the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes. What makes this area special is its interconnected system of lakes, rivers, and canals, providing extensive habitat for these ambush predators. The best time to fish for Chain Pickerel in Kissimmee is during the cooler months, from late fall through early spring, when they are most active. Focus your efforts around vegetation such as hydrilla, lily pads, and reeds. Topwater lures, spinnerbaits, and jerkbaits are all effective choices. Shingle Creek Regional Park is a great access point for kayak fishing, and there are numerous boat ramps around Lake Tohopekaliga (Toho) and Lake Kissimmee. Remember that pickerel have sharp teeth, so using a wire leader is crucial to avoid losing lures. The Chain Pickerel in the Kissimmee area are known for their aggressive strikes and provide a fun challenge for anglers of all skill levels, often reaching impressive sizes in these fertile waters.
How to Catch Chain Pickerel
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Chain Pickerel in Kissimmee.
Chain Pickerel Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per day
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Included in the 5 fish black bass aggregate daily bag limit. Consult specific water body regulations for local restrictions.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the daily limit for Chain Pickerel in Kissimmee, Florida?
In Florida, you're allowed to keep up to 5 Chain Pickerel per day.
Is there a size restriction for Chain Pickerel I catch in Kissimmee?
No, there is no minimum size limit for Chain Pickerel in Florida. You can keep any size you catch, as long as you stay within the bag limit.
What kind of license do I need to fish for Chain Pickerel in Kissimmee?
You'll need a valid Florida freshwater fishing license to legally target Chain Pickerel in the Kissimmee area.
Are Chain Pickerel fishing seasons open year-round near Kissimmee?
Yes, the season for Chain Pickerel is open year-round in Florida, so you can fish for them anytime.
What bait works best for Chain Pickerel around Kissimmee?
Live shiners are a popular choice for Chain Pickerel. Artificial lures like spinnerbaits and jerkbaits that mimic baitfish also work well, especially around vegetation.
Other Species to Fish in Kissimmee
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