People often think of Panama City Beach's amazing offshore fishing. They don't realize that Panama City Beach boasts a fantastic inshore fishing program. The bay is large and well-known for its huge schools of redfish, speckled trout and bluefish.
You will find both shallow flats along with deep channels. This makes this area one of our most productive fishing areas in the Panhandle. This results in a vibrant, year-round sport fishing that never fails to please.
Most charter fishing companies offer a fishing license. Visitors can get a short-term license to fish. For more information, visit Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
When is the best time for fishing? Well, it depends. You should fish when the water is warmest if you want to catch the largest fish. If you want to catch the largest fish, you should fish when the water is at its coldest.
Capt. Andrew and Chris can help create the ideal fishing charter. The charter includes premium tackle, baits and fishing licenses. Also, soft drinks and snacks are included. Capt. Chris, who is a licensed USCG fisherman and fully insured, is dedicated to giving Panama City Beach Inshore Fishing Charters Fishing adventures.
You can find us at Dolphin Shore Dr. in Panama City Beach. We are just minutes away from Santa Rosa Beach. Santa Rosa Beach is 30a. Your family will not forget this unforgettable experience. Book your trip today!
Fishing is a great way to relax and bond with family and friends. Get away from it all and spend time on Panama City Beach with a boat and some rods. We promise you’ll love the natural experience of the fun of fishing with us.
Fishing in Panama City Beach are some of the most unique activities around but chartering a fishing boat are paying for one of the fishing charters in the area can be quite expensive. Sometimes you just want to throw your line in the water and see what happens. If you’re looking to fish off of docks or piers around Bay County are some of the best spots.
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Fishing in Panama City Beach are some of the most unique activities around but chartering a fishing boat are paying for one of the fishing charters in the area can be quite expensive. Sometimes you just want to throw your line in the water and see what happens. If you’re looking to fish off of docks or piers around Bay County are some of the best spots.
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Cost: Spectators $3. Anglers $7. Seniors, active military, or disabled persons $3 (ID and proof of disability required).
Russell-Fields Pier (City Pier) Call Chris @ Panama City Beach Inshore Fishing Charters (850) 392-7727
The price of a private charter fishing boat averages between $165 and $240 per hour, for up to 6 people. If there are more than 6 people in your group it will cost an additional 10% for each person over 6.
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Night fishing in the surf is almost a must in highly populated areas, especially from Memorial Day to Labor Day. In many areas, most surf anglers are forced to fish at night in the summer. During the daytime there are too many bathers and they chase the surf anglers away from the best spots.
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Peacock Bass or ‘Sargento’, as they are known locally, are not a native game fish of Panama but originate from the Amazon, Rio Negro and Orinoco river basins of South America where they are called Tucanare or Pavon and are considered a premier sportfishing charter quarry.
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Surf Fishing on Panama City Beach. Anyone, regardless of experience, can enjoy surf fishing any time on Panama City Beach! Bring your surf rod, rod holder, and relax in a beach chair. … Other tasty fish caught from the surf are flounder, redfish and whiting.
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The most common species are Red Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Amberjack, Trigger Fish, Grouper (when in season), Cobia, Sharks, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, False Albacore, Pompano, Jack Crevalle, Speckled Sea Trout, Red Fish, Flounder, Bull Red Fish and who knows, we might even catch a Sailfish.
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Over 1500 feet
The Russell Fields Pier (City Pier) is one of the area’s most popular tourist attractions. As the longest pier on the Gulf (over 1500 feet), The City Pier offers fantastic fishing and breath taking views of sunrises and sunsets.
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Fines. Fishing in Florida without a license is a level one violation under Section 379.354 of the Florida statutes and considered a noncriminal infraction. Level one violations involving fishing license requirements carry a civil penalty equal to the cost of the license plus $50.
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It is not necessary for Florida senior residents to purchase a hunting and/or fishing license. Residents 65 years of age or older may possess either a Resident Senior Citizen Hunting and Fishing Certificate or proof of age and residency (A driver license is sufficient).
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The license currently costs up to $1,000 but from now through Dec. 31st, the price will be reduced by 25 percent for Florida residents who are 17-years-old and younger. The lifetime license covers saltwater and freshwater recreational fishing, hunting and most associated permits
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