Apalachicola, FL Fishing Trip — May
Your Apalachicola, FL Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 82°F / Low 69°F4.6" rain · 11 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
ExcellentTarpon
Various
ExcellentKing Mackerel
Various
ExcellentSnook
Various
ExcellentSpotted Seatrout
Various
ExcellentGag Grouper
Various
ExcellentRed Snapper
Various
ExcellentSpanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
May Weather in Apalachicola
82°F
Avg High
69°F
Avg Low
4.6"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
14 Guides Matched
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
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Florida Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$17
Non-Resident$47
Requirements
Required for ages 16-65. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately. Charter trips often include license.
Species Regulations
Redfish
Season:Year-round, subject to closures
Bag Limit:1 per person per day
Size Limit:18-27 inch slot limit
Certain areas may be closed to redfish harvest. Check current regulations for specific location.
Tarpon
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:Catch-and-release only, except for harvest with a Tarpon tag
Size Limit:Must possess a Tarpon tag to harvest
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.
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:24-inch fork length minimum
Snook
Season:March 1 – April 30 and September 1 – December 14
Bag Limit:1 per person
Size Limit:28-32 inch slot limit
Must have a snook permit and saltwater fishing license. Harvest is only allowed during specific open seasons.