Southern Flounder

Destin, Florida, known as the 'World's Luckiest Fishing Village,' offers excellent Southern Flounder fishing, particularly in the Choctawhatchee Bay and its connecting bayous. These flatfish thrive in the sandy, grass-filled bottoms. The best time to target them is during the fall flounder run (October-November) as they migrate offshore to spawn, though spring can also be productive. Focus your efforts around the Destin Bridge pilings, East Pass, and near the Coast Guard station. A local tip: many anglers find success drifting live finger mullet or mud minnows on a Carolina rig along the edges of the channels. Remember that flounder often bury themselves in the sand, so a slow, deliberate presentation is key. The flounder here average a decent size, with some reaching keeper size quickly, but be aware of current size and bag limits.