Gulfport, FL Fishing Trip — April

Your Gulfport, FL Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 83°F / Low 68°F0.4" rain · 3 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in April

FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
Speckled TroutGood
Speckled Trout
Drift Fishing · Fly Fishing

April Weather in Gulfport

83°F
Avg High
68°F
Avg Low
0.4"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

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Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$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.

Things to Do in Gulfport

Activities for your non-fishing days

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.

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Species Regulations

Flounder
Season:March 1 – October 15
Bag Limit:5 per person
Size Limit:14-inch minimum total length

The open season is March 1 – October 15. Harvest of flounder is prohibited from October 16 – the end of February.

Speckled Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person north and west of the Suwannee River, 4 per person south and east of the Suwannee River
Size Limit:15-19 inch slot limit; only one trout over 19 inches may be kept per person

Certain areas may have different regulations. Check local regulations before fishing.

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