Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch permit.
Shane Wood Fishing
Summerland Key, Florida
Shane Wood Fly Fishing Guide - Rates and Information. Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit Photo Gallery. Book your fishing charter now.
H2O Bonefishing
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
H2o bonefishing located in the Bahamas specifically Grand Bahama island. We specialize in fishing on fly for Bonefish, tarpon and Permit. Our fishing program also extends in blue water and reef fishing using fly and light tack spinning equipment. for more information take a look at our website. www.h2obonefishing.com
Florida Keys Flats Guide
Florida Keys Flats Fishing Guide. Duane Baker is one of the best Fly Fishing Flats Guide in the the Florida Keys. From the backcountry of Florida Bay to the flats of Islamorada and Key Largo. Duane Baker offers full and half-day fly fishing and light tackle trips fishing for tarpon, bonefish, permit, redfish and snook.
Captain Gw Depauw
Explore the backcountry of Islamorada and the Everglades National Park for snook, redfish, permit, bonefish, tarpon and more with Capt. GW!
Capt Tim Carlile
Come fish in Sugarloaf Key with Capt. Tim Carlile. Shallow water flats fishing for tarpon, bonefish, permit, barracuda and sharks.
Key West Fly Fishing Guides
Contact Key West On Fly for fly fishing charter information for Key West, the Florida Keys and the Everglades. We specialize in shallow water fly fishing for tarpon, permit, bonefish, barracuda, snook and redfish. We are year-round professional fishing guides.
Captain Bo Sellers
Spend a day on the water fishing in Key West with Capt. Bo Sellers. Key West fishing with Shallowminded Charters. Tarpon, bonefish, permit, fly fishing and backcountry flats fishing for anglers of all experience levels.
Shadowcaster Flats Fishing
Welcome to Key West, a truly year round and world class fishing destination. Charter a flats fishing trip to the Back Country of Key West to catch the most sought after game fish in the ocean: tarpon, permit, bonefish and other species are plentiful with light tackle and fly rods. [button …
Green Water Charters
Fishing Charters Venice Englewood Florida Captain Matt Glass Grouper tarpon Green Water Charters Fishing Venice Englewood Charlotte Harbor Placida Boca Grande redfish snook tarpon trout snapper grouper cobia king mackeral tripletail permit sharks spanish mackeral flounder jack cravelle Sight seeing tours
World Angling
Fly Fishing Film Tour 2015 official selection, 90 Miles is a documentary about fly fishing in Cuba for tarpon, bonefish and permit.
Elbow Grease Charters
Elbow Grease Charters is a Miami based fly fishing light tackle fishing guide service operated by Captain Bobby Gibson. Specializing in shallow water sight fishing for bonefish, tarpon, and permit in South Florida Biscayne Bay. Full and half day charters are available.
Reel Adventures
World class Boca Grande Tarpon Fishing Charters in Florida on the flats and back country of Tampa Bay,, Clearwater, St Petersburg, Tarpon Springs, and Charlotte Harbor for tarpon, snook, redfish, permit trout, cobia, and goliath grouper.
Best Time to Catch Permit
Permit can be caught year-round in Longboat Key. Right now in February, activity is low.
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Permit
Permit fishing around Longboat Key presents a serious angling challenge, requiring patience, skill, and a bit of luck. These powerful fish are most often found on nearshore flats, wrecks, and around bridges. Spring and fall are generally the best times to target them, as water temperatures are more stable. Look for permit cruising the flats, often tailing as they feed on crabs and shrimp. Live crabs are a top bait choice, but presentation is crucial – a natural drift is essential. A helpful local tip is to focus on areas with strong tidal currents, as these areas tend to concentrate forage. The flats near Jewfish Key are known permit haunts. Remember that permit are easily spooked, so a quiet approach and long casts are vital. This area is also popular with recreational boaters, so be aware of your surroundings and practice safe boating etiquette. The local permit population is managed with catch-and-release regulations, helping to preserve this prized fishery.
How to Catch Permit
Permit Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
1 per angler per day or 2 per vessel per day, whichever is less
Size Limit
11-inch to 20-inch fork length
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Harvest is prohibited in some areas; check current regulations.
⚠️ 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 permit around Longboat Key?
Live crabs are considered the top bait for permit in this area. Anglers also have success with shrimp and fiddler crabs, especially when sight fishing on the flats.
What size permit am I allowed to keep if I catch one near Longboat Key?
Florida regulations state that you can only keep permit with a fork length between 11 and 20 inches.
How many permit can I keep in a day when fishing near Longboat Key?
The bag limit for permit in Florida is 1 per angler per day or 2 per vessel per day, whichever is less.
Do I need a license to target permit in the waters surrounding Longboat Key?
Yes, a valid Florida saltwater fishing license is required to fish for permit in Longboat Key.
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