Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch palometa.
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 Palometa
Peak season: May, June. Also good: April, July, August. Right now in February, activity is poor.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Palometa
While not a common target, Palometa (also known as Pompano) can be found around Destin, Florida, offering a fun light-tackle challenge. Focus your efforts on the sandy beaches and nearshore waters of the Gulf of Mexico, as well as around the jetties and piers. Palometa are typically found in schools, so if you catch one, there are likely more nearby. Spring and fall are the best times to target them, as they migrate through the area. Look for clear, calm water conditions. A productive technique is sight fishing with small jigs, sand fleas, or shrimp. A local tip: many anglers wade the flats near the East Pass early in the morning, casting towards any signs of feeding fish. Light spinning gear with fluorocarbon leaders is ideal. Remember to check the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) regulations for size and bag limits.
How to Catch Palometa
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Palometa in Destin.
Palometa Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per person
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Part of the 5-fish aggregate bag limit for certain species. Check FWC regulations for details.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the bag limit for Palometa in Destin, Florida?
The bag limit for Palometa in Florida is 5 per person.
Do I need a license to fish for Palometa in Destin?
Yes, you need a Florida saltwater fishing license to target Palometa and other saltwater species.
Is there a size limit for Palometa in Florida?
There is no size limit for Palometa in Florida, so you can keep any size you catch, within the bag limit of 5.
Can I fish for Palometa year-round in Destin?
Yes, the season for Palometa is open year-round in Florida.
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