Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch flounder.
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
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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 Flounder
Flounder can be caught year-round in Alachua. Right now in February, activity is Fair.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Flounder
Flounder fishing near Alachua, Florida, requires a trip to the coast, but the reward is well worth the effort. The inshore waters around Cedar Key and Steinhatchee are excellent locations to target these flatfish. Fall is a particularly productive time, as flounder migrate offshore to spawn. Focus on sandy or muddy bottoms near docks, bridges, and channel edges. A common tactic is to slowly drag a live shrimp or mud minnow along the bottom on a jig head. Flounder are masters of camouflage, so a subtle presentation is key. A practical tip for this area is to pay close attention to the tide. Incoming tides often bring cleaner water and more active fish. Also, consider using a Carolina rig to keep your bait near the bottom while allowing it to move freely. As always, be sure to consult the FWC regulations for current size and bag limits.
How to Catch Flounder
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Flounder in Alachua.
Flounder Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
March 1 – October 15
Daily Bag Limit
5 per person
Size Limit
14-inch minimum total length
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
The open season is March 1 – October 15. Harvest of flounder is prohibited from October 16 – the end of February.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the open season for Flounder in Florida?
Flounder season in Florida runs from March 1st to October 15th. Make sure to only target them during this period.
What's the daily bag limit for Flounder near Alachua?
You're allowed to keep up to 5 Flounder per person each day. Remember to follow all regulations to help maintain healthy fish populations.
What is the minimum size for Flounder that I can keep in Florida?
Any Flounder you keep must be at least 14 inches in total length. This helps ensure that smaller fish get a chance to mature and reproduce.
Besides a saltwater license, do I need any special permits to fish for Flounder around Alachua?
No, you don't need any special permits beyond a standard saltwater fishing license to target Flounder. As long as you have a valid license, you're good to go.
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