Panama City Beach, FL Fishing Trip — January
Your Panama City Beach, FL Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
What’s Biting in January
9 species30 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.
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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 / offshore Fishing
- Rain jacket or windbreaker
- Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
- 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
Gag Grouper
Regulations vary by area and season. Check current Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission regulations before fishing.
Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round, subject to closures
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:15-19 inch slot limit; only one over 19 inches allowed
Certain areas may have different size and bag limits. Check current regulations for specific location.
Red Snapper
Bag Limit:1 per person per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum total length
Open season is typically a limited number of days in the summer; check current regulations for exact dates. Regulations apply in state and federal waters.
Florida Pompano
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per person per day
Size Limit:11-inch minimum fork length
Must be harvested using hook and line gear.










