Fishing Reports

Red Snapper Season Is Closing: Last Trips Out of Crystal River
The clock is running on red snapper. The federal for-hire season in the Gulf closes at 12:01 a.m. on October 26, which makes Sunday, October

Mangrove Snapper Size Limits and Regulations in Florida: Complete 2026 Guide
Stay Legal and Help Preserve Florida’s Fishery Understanding fishing regulations is essential for every angler targeting mangrove snapper in Florida waters. These rules protect the

Redfish Are the Hottest Thing Going on the Nature Coast
If you want an inshore trip out of Crystal River right now, the answer is redfish. Simple as that. The bite has been excellent and

Gag Grouper Season Is Open and the 100-Mile Run Is Producing Limits
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to get offshore out of Crystal River, this is it. The bite is as strong as we’ve

Scalloping Crystal River: Why Tide Timing Matters This Season
Scalloping has been great this season, but there’s one thing that’s making a real difference in how many scallops end up in the bag. If

The Latest Inshore Fishing and Scalloping Report – Sept. 2026
The inshore bite and the scalloping are both worth your time right now, though each one asks for a slightly different approach in current conditions.