Fishing Guides in Ocala, Florida
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What's Biting in Ocala
5 species reported in the Ocala area. Here's when they're most active throughout the year.
What's Biting By Month
Month-by-Month Fishing in Ocala, FL
Fishing in Ocala in January
January is a slower stretch for fishing around Ocala — see the peak months above for better timing.
Fishing in Ocala in February
February is a slower stretch for fishing around Ocala — see the peak months above for better timing.
Fishing in Ocala in March
1 species is active in and around Ocala in March: Flounder. Book one of Ocala's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Ocala in April
3 species are active in and around Ocala in April: Flounder, Tarpon, Spanish Mackerel. Book one of Ocala's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Ocala in May
3 species are active in and around Ocala in May: Flounder, Tarpon, Spanish Mackerel. Book one of Ocala's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Ocala in June
3 species are active in and around Ocala in June: Flounder, Tarpon, Spanish Mackerel. Book one of Ocala's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Ocala in July
2 species are active in and around Ocala in July: Tarpon, Spanish Mackerel. Book one of Ocala's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Ocala in August
2 species are active in and around Ocala in August: Tarpon, Spanish Mackerel. Book one of Ocala's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Ocala in September
3 species are active in and around Ocala in September: Flounder, Tarpon, Spanish Mackerel. Book one of Ocala's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Ocala in October
1 species is active in and around Ocala in October: Flounder. Book one of Ocala's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Ocala in November
November is a slower stretch for fishing around Ocala — see the peak months above for better timing.
Fishing in Ocala in December
December is a slower stretch for fishing around Ocala — see the peak months above for better timing.
Fishing in Ocala
Ocala, Florida offers saltwater fishing with 5 species reported in the area and 1 local guide ready to take you out. The best months to fish are April, May, June, September.
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What You Can Catch in Ocala
Flounder
Ocala anglers looking for flounder will need to head to the coast, but the drive is well worth it. Both the Gulf and Atlantic coasts offer excellent flounder fishing.
Full flounder guide for Ocala →Red Drum
Ocala isn't directly on the coast, so targeting red drum (redfish) requires a trip to the saltwater estuaries along Florida's Atlantic or Gulf coasts. The closest options would be heading east toward the Mosquito Lagoon area or west toward the Gulf.
Full red drum guide for Ocala →Snapper
While Ocala itself is inland, accessing fantastic saltwater snapper fishing is readily achievable with a short drive to either the Gulf or Atlantic coasts. The Gulf, particularly around Crystal River and Homosassa, offers excellent opportunities.
Full snapper guide for Ocala →Tarpon
Ocala's proximity to both Florida's Gulf and Atlantic coasts puts you within striking distance of some thrilling tarpon fishing. While you won't find them in the immediate Ocala area, a trip to Crystal River on the Gulf side, or even a bit further east to the Mosquito Lagoon on the Atlantic, can be very rewarding.
Full tarpon guide for Ocala →Fisheries near Ocala
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Types of Fishing in Ocala
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