Featured Tarpon Charters in Venice
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Green Water Charters
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Liquid Lifestyle Charters
This area of the Southwest Florida coast is your gateway to awesome year round offshore fishing. We offer a plethora of fishing charter options that are sure to make for not only a drag screaming day on the water, but also a fun one. Offshore, Grouper, Snapper, & Tarpon Fishing Charters.
Best Time to Catch Tarpon
Tarpon can be caught year-round in Venice. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Tarpon
Chasing silver kings around Venice, Florida, is an experience every angler should have. The tarpon fishery here is fueled by the annual migration, with fish staging in the passes and along the beaches from May through September. Focus your efforts around Boca Grande Pass, known as the 'Tarpon Capital of the World,' and the Intracoastal Waterway. Live crabs and threadfin herring are the go-to baits, but large, dark-colored soft plastics can also entice a strike. Pay attention to the tides – tarpon often feed aggressively during strong tidal flows. A local tip: pre-fishing reports from Stump Pass Marina can give you valuable insights on recent tarpon activity and migration patterns. Be prepared for a battle; these fish are incredibly strong and acrobatic. Remember to use circle hooks and proper handling techniques to ensure a healthy release.
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
Is there a limit to how many Tarpon I can catch in Venice, Florida?
Tarpon fishing is almost exclusively catch-and-release. You can only harvest a Tarpon if you possess a valid Tarpon tag.
Do I need a special license to fish for Tarpon?
You need a standard Florida saltwater fishing license. To harvest, you must possess a Tarpon tag.
What are the regulations regarding Tarpon size in Florida?
You must possess a Tarpon tag to harvest one, but otherwise, it is catch and release.
Can I fish for Tarpon all year in Venice, Florida?
Yes, Tarpon can be targeted year-round, but remember that harvest requires a tag and is otherwise catch and release.
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