Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch gag grouper.
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 Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper can be caught year-round in Tampa. Right now in February, activity is low.
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Gag Grouper
Tampa's Gulf waters offer some exciting opportunities to target gag grouper, a hard-fighting and delicious fish. These bottom dwellers prefer rocky reefs, wrecks, and ledges, so focus your efforts around these structures. Gag grouper fishing is best during the cooler months, from fall through spring, when the fish are more active and closer to shore. Use heavy tackle and strong line, as these fish are known for their powerful runs and ability to break off in structure. Live bait, such as pinfish or grunts, is highly effective, but large jigs and plugs can also produce results. When fishing for gag grouper, it's crucial to have accurate GPS coordinates for the reefs and wrecks you plan to fish. Public access boat ramps are available throughout Tampa Bay, but be prepared for potentially long runs to reach the prime grouper grounds. Be sure to consult the FWC regulations for size and bag limits, as well as any seasonal closures, before heading out.
How to Catch Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper Fishing Regulations in Florida
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Regulations vary by area and season. Check current Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission regulations before fishing.
⚠️ 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 Gag Grouper in Tampa?
Gag Grouper in Tampa respond well to live bait such as pinfish, pigfish, and grunts. Artificial lures like diving plugs and bucktail jigs can also be effective when targeting gag grouper.
What are some good spots to catch Gag Grouper near Tampa?
Look for Gag Grouper around rocky bottom structures, artificial reefs, and ledges in the Gulf of Mexico near Tampa. Popular spots include offshore reefs and wrecks.
Do I need a license to fish for Gag Grouper in Tampa?
Yes, you'll need a valid Florida Saltwater Fishing License to target Gag Grouper in the Tampa area. Make sure to have one before heading out.
Are there any size or bag limits for Gag Grouper in Tampa?
Size and bag limits for Gag Grouper in Florida are subject to change, and the season is sometimes closed. Check the current Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) regulations before fishing.
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