Kissimmee, FL Fishing Trip — August

Your Kissimmee, FL Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 89°F / Low 75°F9.8" rain · 27 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in August

25 species
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Rock BassGood
Rock Bass
Various
TilapiaGood
Tilapia
Various
Shortnose GarGood
Shortnose Gar
Various
Longnose GarGood
Longnose Gar
Various
Yellow BassGood
Yellow Bass
Various
Redear SunfishGood
Redear Sunfish
Various
Redfin PickerelGood
Redfin Pickerel
Various
Chain PickerelGood
Chain Pickerel
Various
Freshwater DrumGood
Freshwater Drum
Various
Green SunfishGood
Green Sunfish
Various
Guadalupe BassGood
Guadalupe Bass
Various
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
Black CrappieGood
Black Crappie
Various
BowfinGood
Bowfin
Various
White BassGood
White Bass
Various
BluegillGood
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Redbreast SunfishGood
Redbreast Sunfish
Various
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
White CrappieFair
White Crappie
Various
White PerchFair
White Perch
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

August Weather in Kissimmee

89°F
Avg High
75°F
Avg Low
9.8"
Rainfall
27
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

4 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 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 freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

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

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Part of the 5-fish aggregate bass limit. Smallmouth bass are rare in Florida, primarily found in the northwest panhandle.

Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit, except for channel catfish which is 5 per day in specific Fish Management Areas.
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific Fish Management Area regulations for channel catfish limits.

Rock Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Included in aggregate bag limit for panfish. Consult specific water body regulations for local restrictions.

Tilapia
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Tilapia are not native to Florida and are considered an exotic species. Anglers are encouraged to harvest them.

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