Fishing Charters in Florida
Browse fishing charters in Florida that can help you catch pigfish.
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 Pigfish
Peak season: June, July. Also good: April, May, August. Right now in February, activity is poor.
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Pigfish
Destin, Florida, offers a unique opportunity to target Pigfish, a small but surprisingly fun species, especially for light tackle enthusiasts. Known locally as 'grunt' due to the sounds they make, Pigfish are abundant around docks, piers, and nearshore reefs in the Choctawhatchee Bay and the Gulf. The warmer months, from late spring through summer, are prime time for Pigfish. They are opportunistic feeders, so small pieces of shrimp, squid, or even artificial lures like tiny jigs will work well. A great tip for Destin is to fish around the pilings of the Destin Bridge; these structures attract a variety of marine life, including Pigfish. While not a large fish, their aggressive strikes and abundance make them a great target for kids and anglers looking for a quick and easy fishing trip. Plus, they make excellent bait for larger species!
How to Catch Pigfish
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Pigfish in Destin.
Pigfish Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
100 pounds or 2 fish, whichever is more
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Included in the aggregate bag limit for unregulated species. Gear restrictions may apply in certain areas.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the bag limit for Pigfish in Destin, Florida?
The bag limit for Pigfish in Florida is 100 pounds or 2 fish, whichever is more.
Do I need a license to fish for Pigfish in Destin?
Yes, you need a valid Florida saltwater fishing license to target Pigfish.
Are there any size restrictions for Pigfish in Florida?
There is no size limit for Pigfish in Florida, so you can keep any size you catch.
What's the best bait to use for Pigfish near Destin, Florida?
Pigfish are opportunistic feeders and will take a variety of baits, including shrimp, squid, and cut bait. They are often caught incidentally while fishing for other species.
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