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Homosassa, FL Fishing Trip — October

Your Homosassa, FL Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 65°F1.4" rain · 9 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in October

8 species
SnookFair
Snook
Various
TarponFair
Tarpon
Various
Mahi MahiFair
Mahi Mahi
Various
SailfishFair
Sailfish
Various
King MackerelFair
King Mackerel
Various
Blackfin TunaFair
Blackfin Tuna
Various
Red SnapperFair
Red Snapper
Various
WahooFair
Wahoo
Various

October Weather in Homosassa

81°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
1.4"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

15 Guides Matched

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Estuary Adventures charter service - Neil Cipolla
Claimed
From $450
Neil Cipolla

Estuary Adventures charter service

5(3)Top Rated

Exclusive charter company offering anything and everything on the water! Fishing, snorkeling manatee and dolphin tours, scalloping and everything in between! If we can't do what you need,we know somebody who can!

inshorenearshoreRedfishSpotted Seatrout
Homosassa, Florida
Up to 4
River Safaris - Homosassa Airboat Tours and Boat Rental - River Safaris - Homosassa Airboat Tours and Boat Rental
River Safaris - Homosassa Airboat Tours and Boat Rental

River Safaris - Homosassa Airboat Tours and Boat Rental

4.7(640)Top Rated

Airboat and Pontoon Boat Tours and Boat Rentals, Swim with Manatees, Manatee Tours on the Homosassa River at River Safaris in Homosassa Florida.

Homosassa, Florida
Red ED's Adventures, Inc. - Red ED's Adventures, Inc.
Red ED's Adventures, Inc.

Red ED's Adventures, Inc.

4.6(92)Top Rated

Contact Info Send Red Ed A Message Red Ed's Adventures (352) 382-3939 [email protected] Launch Site - Homosassa MacRae's of Homosassa 5300 S Cherokee

Homosassa, Florida
Gulf Spring Livin' - Capt Jim Parker - Gulf Spring Livin' - Capt Jim Parker
Gulf Spring Livin' - Capt Jim Parker

Gulf Spring Livin' - Capt Jim Parker

5(57)Top Rated
Homosassa, Florida
Mellow Mangrove Charters - Mellow Mangrove Charters
Mellow Mangrove Charters

Mellow Mangrove Charters

5(55)Top Rated

Manatee Swim, Inshore Fishing, Sunsets, Sandbar Party's, Eco Tours, Offshore Snorkeling, Scallop Adventures, Back Country Exploring, Cocktail Cruises, and MORE!

Homosassa, Florida
Shallow Sightings Fishing Charters and Guide Service - Shallow Sightings Fishing Charters and Guide Service
Shallow Sightings Fishing Charters and Guide Service

Shallow Sightings Fishing Charters and Guide Service

5(39)Top Rated

Fly and fishing captain and guide Homosassa, Fl.

Homosassa, Florida
Capt. Brian Sawyer - Capt. Brian Sawyer
Capt. Brian Sawyer

Capt. Brian Sawyer

5(36)Top Rated

Homosassa Fishing Charters & Duck Hunting Captain Brian Sawyer offers experience in all areas of the beautiful Florida coast. Call Captain Brian at (863) 712-5555

Homosassa, Florida
Finntastick Charters - Finntastick Charters
Finntastick Charters

Finntastick Charters

5(23)Top Rated
Homosassa, Florida
Homosassa Reel Time Fishing - Homosassa Reel Time Fishing
Homosassa Reel Time Fishing

Homosassa Reel Time Fishing

5(18)Top Rated

My fishing charters in Homosassa fish inshore for redfish, trout, grouper, snapper, snook and sheepshead.

BluefishGrouperRedfish
Homosassa, Florida
Homosassa Scalloping Charters - Homosassa Scalloping Charters
Homosassa Scalloping Charters

Homosassa Scalloping Charters

4.8(13)Top Rated

Homosassa Scalloping Charters and Light Tackle Adventures Capt. Jim Lemke (813) 917-4989 Cell Check availability at are online Reservations service. Related Images:

Homosassa, Florida
Early Bird Charters - Early Bird Charters
Early Bird Charters

Early Bird Charters

4.8(11)Top Rated

Early Bird Charters offers Crystal River Fishing Charters from Homosassa Florida. Hire your Inshore Fishing Guide for Crystal River, the Gulf of Mexico, Homosassa Bay for scalloping and fishing charters year-round.

Homosassa, Florida
Flats Chance Charters - Flats Chance Charters
Flats Chance Charters

Flats Chance Charters

5(8)Top Rated

Ready to embark on a memorable fishing or scalloping adventure in Homosassa & Crystal River, FL? Reach out to Flats Chance Charters! Whether you have questions or are eager to book your next trip, we're here to help. Contact Captain Don Chancey today and set sail for an unforgettable experience on Florida's pristine waters.

Homosassa, Florida
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$850
Estimated total for 2 people
$425
per person
Charter $450
Tip $90
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What's Biting By Month

Peak
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Snook

Various
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M
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J
A
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O
N
D

Tarpon

Various
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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Mahi Mahi

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Sailfish

Various
J
F
M
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What to Bring

your guide provides all fishing gear and bait. Here's what else you should bring:

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 / nearshore 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.

Buy License Online — Florida

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.

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.

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.

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.

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