Featured Tarpon Charters in Miami
Expert captains ready to take you on your next tarpon adventure.
Angling Adventures
Experience the thrill of Bahia Honda Tarpon Fishing with Angling Adventures in the Florida Keys. Catch 50–200 lb. Tarpon on light tackle during peak season from mid-March to early June.
Shallow Tails Guide Service, Inc.
Some of the very best flats fishing in the world is right here in Miami, FL. Capt. Raul Montoro specializes in light tackle and fly fishing the flats of Miami, FL for bonefish, permit, shark, and tarpon.
Pelagic Pirate Charters
Pelagic Pirate Charters offers inshore fishing & reef fishing charters, as well as shrimping and night tarpon trips for all skill levels.
Rising Tide Charters
Catch giant tarpon in downtown Miami. Best Miami Tarpon Fishing Guide in South Florida. Come catch the elusive Silver King with Rising Tide Charters!
Best Time to Catch Tarpon
Tarpon can be caught year-round in Miami. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Tarpon
Chasing the Silver King in Miami is an experience unlike any other. Tarpon, known for their acrobatic leaps and raw power, frequent the area's channels, bridges, and flats. The peak season for Tarpon is typically from late spring through summer, coinciding with their annual migration. Live bait, such as crabs, mullet, or threadfin herring, is highly effective when fished near bridges or along channels with strong currents. Fly fishing for Tarpon on the flats is also a popular and rewarding technique. Look for rolling fish early in the morning or late in the evening. Access points like Government Cut and Haulover Inlet are known Tarpon hotspots. Always use heavy tackle and a strong leader, as Tarpon are notorious for their ability to break lines. Respect these magnificent fish and practice catch-and-release to ensure the sustainability of the fishery.
How to Catch Tarpon
Tarpon Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
Catch-and-release only, except for harvest with a Tarpon tag
Size Limit
Must possess a Tarpon tag to harvest
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Tarpon tags are obtained through a lottery or purchase for certain circumstances. There are gear restrictions; use of treble hooks to harvest tarpon is prohibited.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I keep Tarpon that I catch in Miami?
Generally, Tarpon fishing in Florida is catch-and-release only. You can only harvest a Tarpon if you possess a Tarpon tag.
Do I need a license to fish for Tarpon in Miami, Florida?
Yes, you'll need a valid Florida saltwater fishing license to target Tarpon.
Is there a specific season for Tarpon fishing in Florida?
Tarpon season is open year-round, but remember it's primarily catch-and-release.
What's the best bait for catching Tarpon in Miami?
Many anglers in Miami use live bait such as mullet, crabs, or pinfish to target Tarpon. Artificial lures can also be effective.
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