Tarpon Fishing in St. Augustine, FL
Local guides, seasonality, and regulations for tarpon in St. Augustine.
Featured Tarpon Charters in St. Augustine
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Everett's Adventure Charters
Inshore/ nearshore charter fishing located in Saint Augustine, Flagler beach, Daytona beach. Open year round offering 4,5,6, and 8 hour trips. Targeting redfish, tarpon, black drum, sheepshead, mackerel and more! We are always open, give Everetts Adventure Charters a call today.
Fishardy Charters St. Augustine
Fishing in St. Augustine, Florida with Fishardy Charters. For the best experiences on the water, choose your local fishing guide Capt. Jacob Hardy. Redfish, Flounder, Tarpon, Sheepshead, and more are on the menu with Fishardy Charters
Best Time to Catch Tarpon
Tarpon can be caught year-round in St. Augustine.
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Tarpon
2 charters in St. Augustine, FL target Tarpon.
Tarpon, often called the "Silver King," are legendary gamefish known for their acrobatic leaps and incredible fighting ability. These magnificent fish inhabit warm coastal waters, estuaries, and mangrove forests, primarily in the southeastern United States, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Caribbean. Anglers from around the world travel to destinations like Boca Grande, Florida, and the Florida Keys to experience the thrill of tarpon fishing.
Tarpon Fishing in St. Augustine
The waters surrounding St. Augustine are a prime location for pursuing the Silver King, Tarpon. These magnificent fish migrate through the area during the warmer months, offering anglers a thrilling challenge. Focus your efforts in the inlets, backwaters, and nearshore waters, particularly around bridges, docks, and channels. Live bait, such as crabs, mullet, or pilchards, are highly effective, but artificial lures like swimbaits and topwater plugs can also entice a strike. A local's tip: the St. Augustine Inlet is a notorious tarpon hotspot, but be prepared for strong currents and heavy boat traffic. Pay close attention to the tides and fish during periods of moving water. Remember that tarpon are catch-and-release only in Florida, so handle them with care and revive them properly before releasing them back into the water.
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How to Catch Tarpon
Tarpon Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
Catch-and-release only, except for harvest with a Tarpon tag
Size Limit
Must possess a Tarpon tag to harvest
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
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.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Tarpon fishing regulations in Florida?
In Florida, the season is year-round, the daily bag limit is Catch-and-release only, except for harvest with a Tarpon tag, the minimum size is Must possess a Tarpon tag to harvest. Regulations change throughout the year, so confirm current rules with the Florida wildlife agency before fishing.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Tarpon in Florida?
Saltwater fishing license. On a guided charter, anglers are often covered under the captain's license — confirm with your guide when booking.
Which charters target Tarpon in St. Augustine?
Charters targeting Tarpon in St. Augustine, FL include Everett's Adventure Charters, Fishardy Charters St. Augustine. Compare captains, reviews, and rates above.
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