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Panama City, FL Fishing Trip — May

Your Panama City, FL Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 84°F / Low 67°F6.5" rain · 14 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
RedfishExcellent
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
SnookExcellent
Snook
Various
TarponExcellent
Tarpon
Various
King MackerelExcellent
King Mackerel
Various
Spanish MackerelExcellent
Spanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
Gag GrouperExcellent
Gag Grouper
Various
Spotted SeatroutExcellent
Spotted Seatrout
Various
Red SnapperExcellent
Red Snapper
Various

May Weather in Panama City

84°F
Avg High
67°F
Avg Low
6.5"
Rainfall
14
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

40 Guides Matched

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Panama City Inshore - Panama City Inshore
Panama City Inshore

Panama City Inshore

5(342)Top Rated

Northwest Florida's Authority on Light-Tackle and Fly Fishing. If you would like to sight fish for Tarpon or Redfish, cruise the beach looking for Pompano, or fish with live bait for Mahi, Snapper, and other reef fish, this is the guide service for you!

BluefishRedfishTarpon
Panama City, Florida
Reelistic Fishing Charter - Reelistic Fishing Charter
Reelistic Fishing Charter

Reelistic Fishing Charter

5(210)Top Rated
Panama City, Florida
Kelley Girl Charters - Kelley Girl Charters
Kelley Girl Charters

Kelley Girl Charters

5(172)Top Rated

Best Deep Sea Fishing Charters in Panama City, Panama City Beach FL Shark Fishing, Trolling Fishing Charters or Bottom Fishing, Panama City FL fishing charters.

Panama City, Florida
Capt. Anderson's Marina - Capt. Anderson's Marina
Capt. Anderson's Marina

Capt. Anderson's Marina

4.4(3429)

Family-run destination for Shell Island tours & dolphin encounters, plus deep-sea fishing trips.

Panama City, Florida
Hook'em Up Charters - Charter Fishing Panama City Beach - Hook'em Up Charters - Charter Fishing Panama City Beach
Hook'em Up Charters - Charter Fishing Panama City Beach

Hook'em Up Charters - Charter Fishing Panama City Beach

4.9(172)Top Rated

Best Deep Sea Fishing & Bottom Fishing Charters in Panama City FL. Let charter fishing Capt. BJ. take you to ALL HIS SECRET FISHING SPOTS! Book Now!

Panama City, Florida
Southern Dawn Charters - Southern Dawn Charters
Southern Dawn Charters

Southern Dawn Charters

5(143)Top Rated
Panama City, Florida
Family Tradition Charter Boat - Family Tradition Charter Boat
Family Tradition Charter Boat

Family Tradition Charter Boat

4.7(184)Top Rated
Panama City, Florida
GoldenRod Fishing Charters, LLC. - GoldenRod Fishing Charters, LLC.
GoldenRod Fishing Charters, LLC.

GoldenRod Fishing Charters, LLC.

5(109)Top Rated

GoldenRod Fishing Charters offers family friendly fishing trips from Panama City Beach / 30A to Apalachicola, FL. Capt. Jason Whitfield (over 25 years experience) & Kim Davis Whitfield are legacies to the deep sea fishing industry. Capt. Matthew Lewis began fishing with Jason as a little kid.

Panama City, Florida
Better Dayz Fishing Charter - Better Dayz Fishing Charter
Better Dayz Fishing Charter

Better Dayz Fishing Charter

5(95)Top Rated

Fishing Charter out of Panama City that goes for all different types of fish both inshore and offshore. Just give me a call Better Dayz does it all.

Panama City, Florida
Captain Fisher Charters - Captain Fisher Charters
Captain Fisher Charters

Captain Fisher Charters

4.9(95)Top Rated

Captain Fisher Charters in Panama City, Florida offers Fishing Charters & Water Tours from dolphin tours to bottom fishing and trolling trips.

Panama City, Florida
Funpcb - Funpcb
Funpcb

Funpcb

3.9(259)

FunPCB.com provides a variety of water-related things to do in Panama City Beach, FL, including deep sea fishing trips, pontoon boat rentals, dolphin tours, banana boat, paddle boards, beach chairs, parasailing, sunset cruises and beach rental gear! Call us today to book your next adventure!

offshore
Panama City, Florida
Top Deck Charters. - Top Deck Charters.
Top Deck Charters.

Top Deck Charters.

4.9(59)Top Rated
Panama City, Florida
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Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
Panama City from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Panama City

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

Things to Do in Panama City

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Redfish

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

Snook

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

Tarpon

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

King Mackerel

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

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

Redfish
Season:Year-round, subject to closures
Bag Limit:1 per person per day
Size Limit:18-27 inch slot limit

Certain areas may be closed to redfish harvest. Check current regulations for specific location.

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.

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:24-inch fork length minimum

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