Delray Beach, FL Fishing Trip — October
Your Delray Beach, FL Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 83°F / Low 73°F7.6" rain · 20 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in October
8 species
FairSnook
Various
FairSailfish
Various
FairKing Mackerel
Various
FairMahi Mahi
Various
FairTarpon
Various
FairWahoo
Various
FairBlackfin Tuna
Various
FairRed Snapper
Various
October Weather in Delray Beach
83°F
Avg High
73°F
Avg Low
7.6"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
3 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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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
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
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.
Sailfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person
Size Limit:No size limit
Prohibited to possess or land sailfish in Atlantic coastal waters north of the St. Lucie Inlet.
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:24-inch fork length minimum
Mahi Mahi
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person per day or 30 per vessel, whichever is less. Only 2 over 20 inches.
Size Limit:No size limit
Vessel limit does not apply to for-hire vessels.