Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch great hammerhead.
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 Great Hammerhead
Peak season: May, June, July. Also good: April, August. Right now in February, activity is poor.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Great Hammerhead
Destin, Florida, known for its stunning beaches and emerald waters, also offers exciting opportunities to fish for Great Hammerhead sharks. While not as common as some other species, these powerful predators patrol the deeper waters offshore, particularly during the warmer months. Targeting them requires a dedicated approach, typically involving chumming to attract them to your boat. Large, oily baits like mullet or bonito are effective when presented on heavy tackle. The key is to fish near areas with significant structure, such as wrecks or reefs, where baitfish congregate. Remember that Great Hammerheads are a protected species, so strict catch-and-release practices are essential. Using circle hooks can significantly reduce injury to the sharks. Consider booking a charter with a local captain experienced in shark fishing; they know the best locations and techniques. Access to the Gulf is readily available from Destin's numerous marinas and boat ramps. Be prepared for a long fight and an unforgettable experience!
How to Catch Great Hammerhead
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Great Hammerhead in Destin.
Great Hammerhead Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
1 per vessel per trip
Size Limit
83 inch fork length minimum
License Required
Florida Saltwater Fishing License
Great Hammerhead is part of the aggregate limit of one shark from the allowable large coastal shark species group per vessel per trip. Circle hooks are required when fishing for sharks with natural bait.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If I'm fishing in Destin, what's the legal size for Great Hammerheads?
You can only keep Great Hammerheads that are at least 83 inches in fork length.
What's the daily limit for Great Hammerhead sharks when fishing near Destin?
You're allowed one Great Hammerhead per vessel per trip in Florida.
Do I need a specific permit to target Great Hammerheads near Destin?
You need a standard Florida Saltwater Fishing License to legally fish for Great Hammerheads.
Is there a closed season for Great Hammerhead fishing in Destin?
No, Great Hammerhead fishing is open year-round in Florida.
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