Lake Clarke Shores, FL Fishing Trip — April

Your Lake Clarke Shores, FL Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 82°F / Low 70°F1.2" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in April

FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
SnookGood
Snook
Various

April Weather in Lake Clarke Shores

82°F
Avg High
70°F
Avg Low
1.2"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

226 Guides Near Lake Clarke Shores

No guides are based in Lake Clarke Shores, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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 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.

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Species Regulations

Flounder
Season:March 1 – October 15
Bag Limit:5 per person
Size Limit:14-inch minimum total length

The open season is March 1 – October 15. Harvest of flounder is prohibited from October 16 – the end of February.

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.

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