Panama City, FL Fishing Trip — September
Your Panama City, FL Fishing Trip
September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 89°F / Low 69°F1.9" rain · 4 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in September
8 species
GoodSnook
Various
GoodTarpon
Various
GoodKing Mackerel
Various
GoodSpanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
GoodGag Grouper
Various
GoodSpotted Seatrout
Various
FairRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
FairRed Snapper
Various
September Weather in Panama City
89°F
Avg High
69°F
Avg Low
1.9"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
40 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's Biting By Month
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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 offshore Fishing
- Rain jacket or windbreaker
- Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
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
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
Spanish Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per person
Size Limit:12-inch fork length minimum