Tampa, FL Fishing Trip — September
Your Tampa, FL Fishing Trip
September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 89°F / Low 74°F3.7" rain · 20 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in September
8 species
GoodTarpon
Various
GoodKing Mackerel
Various
GoodSnook
Various
GoodGag Grouper
Various
GoodSpotted Seatrout
Various
GoodSpanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
FairRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
FairRed Snapper
Various
September Weather in Tampa
89°F
Avg High
74°F
Avg Low
3.7"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
38 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 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.
Species Regulations
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
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.
Gag Grouper
Regulations vary by area and season. Check current Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission regulations before fishing.