Fishing Guides in Melbourne, Florida

Browse 2 fishing guides and charters available for booking.

What's Biting in Melbourne

8 species reported in the Melbourne area. Here's when they're most active throughout the year.

Month-by-Month Fishing in Melbourne, FL

Fishing in Melbourne in January

1 species is active in and around Melbourne in January: Sailfish. Book one of Melbourne's 2 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Melbourne in February

1 species is active in and around Melbourne in February: Sailfish. Book one of Melbourne's 2 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Melbourne in March

3 species are active in and around Melbourne in March: Red Snapper, Sailfish, Wahoo. Book one of Melbourne's 2 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Melbourne in April

8 species are active in and around Melbourne in April: Red Snapper, Snook, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tarpon, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi. Book one of Melbourne's 2 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Melbourne in May

8 species are active in and around Melbourne in May: Red Snapper, Snook, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tarpon, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi. Book one of Melbourne's 2 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Melbourne in June

8 species are active in and around Melbourne in June: Red Snapper, Snook, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tarpon, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi. Book one of Melbourne's 2 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Melbourne in July

8 species are active in and around Melbourne in July: Red Snapper, Snook, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tarpon, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi. Book one of Melbourne's 2 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Melbourne in August

8 species are active in and around Melbourne in August: Red Snapper, Snook, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tarpon, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi. Book one of Melbourne's 2 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Melbourne in September

6 species are active in and around Melbourne in September: Red Snapper, Snook, Wahoo, Tarpon, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi. Book one of Melbourne's 2 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Melbourne in October

October is a slower stretch for fishing around Melbourne — see the peak months above for better timing.

Fishing in Melbourne in November

November is a slower stretch for fishing around Melbourne — see the peak months above for better timing.

Fishing in Melbourne in December

December is a slower stretch for fishing around Melbourne — see the peak months above for better timing.

Fishing in Melbourne

Melbourne, Florida offers saltwater, brackish, saltwater fishing with 8 species reported in the area and 2 local guides ready to take you out. The best months to fish are April, May, June, July.

Best Months

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Water Types

saltwater, brackishsaltwater

What You Can Catch in Melbourne

King Mackerel

Targeting King Mackerel off Melbourne, Florida, means paying close attention to the nearshore waters and offshore reefs that these speedsters patrol. Kings are drawn to structure and bait, so look for areas with wrecks, reefs, and significant temperature breaks.

Full king mackerel guide for Melbourne

Tarpon

If you're chasing silver kings, Melbourne, Florida, puts you in a prime location along the Space Coast. The Indian River Lagoon and the nearby inlets offer opportunities to tangle with tarpon.

Full tarpon guide for Melbourne

Sailfish

Melbourne, Florida, provides access to some excellent sailfishing opportunities off the Atlantic coast. These magnificent billfish are a prized catch for many anglers.

Full sailfish guide for Melbourne

Snook

Melbourne, Florida, offers excellent snook fishing in its diverse saltwater and brackish environments. From the Indian River Lagoon to the inlets and docks, snook are a prized target.

Full snook guide for Melbourne

Fisheries near Melbourne

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