Florida's Most Iconic Species
Experience The Best Fishing In Tampa Bay
Join us for a day of inshore, nearshore, or Goliath Grouper fishing from the shallows to the Gulf around Tampa Bay. We offer a variety of fishing charters to choose from, including half-day and full-day trips. Our charters are suitable for anglers of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced fishermen.
Tampa Bay Goliath Grouper Fishing Charters
Go toe-to-toe with the hardest-fighting fish you can hook into in the Tampa Bay Area. Goliath Grouper fishing is an absolute adrenaline rush that will leave you wanting more.
Tampa Bay Inshore Fishing Charters
Experience the best inshore fishing Tampa Bay has to offer. We truly have one of the most diverse fisheries on the Gulf of Mexico with some of the most iconic saltwater species.
Tampa Bay Nearshore Fishing Charters
We're heading up to nine nautical miles off the coast of Tampa Bay targeting everything from massive schools of Bull Redfish to pelagic species like Kingfish and Blackfin Tuna.
Our Boat
26' HPS Pathfinder
Our Pathfinder 2600 HPS is an absolute fishing machine. Featuring top-of-the-line power and electronics, we custom-tailored this boat to our style of fishing in Tampa Bay. She drafts shallow for inshore fishing and has all of the power needed to get us outside of the bay for some classic Gulf nearshore fishing. She's meticulously maintained and ready to take us fishing.
Your Guide
Capt. Chris Canning
Capt. Chris is one of the most passionate and knowledgeable anglers you'll meet on the bay—both in fishing and in conservation. With over 15 years of experience fishing in Tampa Bay, Capt. Chris is excited to provide his customers with unforgettable fishing charter experiences. Contact us and let's create a game plan for your trip!
Target Species
We target a mix of iconic species inshore, nearshore, and offshore.
Snapper
Tampa Bay and the surrounding coastal waters are home to a diverse range of snapper species like mangrove snapper, lane snapper, and red snapper. Mangrove snapper are great to target year round and Red Snapper seasons vary.
Redfish
Redfish are known for their aggressive eats, often cruising shallow flats, mangroves, and oyster bars for food. Spring and fall typically offer the best fishing for redfish in Tampa Bay, though they can be caught year-round.
Snook
During the summer months, snook inhabit coastal areas, passes, and around docks and bridges. In the winter, they migrate to deeper, warmer waters. We typically target them near structure such as mangroves, oyster bars, and jetties.
Trout
Trout are found in the shallow, grassy flats of Tampa Bay. They're ambush predators, lying in wait for bait fish and shrimp. Trout fishing in Tampa Bay is typically best during the cooler months of fall and winter when they are more active.
Grouper
Tampa Bay and its surrounding Gulf water are home to several different species of grouper like gag grouper, red grouper, and the almighty Goliath Grouper—one of our most sought after trips and hardest-fighting fishing experiences.
Tarpon
Tarpon cruise through the Tampa Bay area during their spring and fall migrations. We typically target them by locating a pod around passes, channels, and bridges—sight casting to them with live bait like pilchards or pinfish.
Flounder
Flounder are ambush predators, lying in wait for prey like shrimp and small fish. Flounder are often caught while fishing for other species, such as redfish and trout, using techniques like jigging or bottom fishing with live bait.
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