Apalachicola Fishing Charters

Funnily enough, Florida’s “Forgotten Coast'' is home to one of the most unforgettable fishing spots in all of the Sunshine State — Apalachicola. Untouched by large scale development, this stretch of the Gulf Coast provides access to some of the most pristine beaches, bays, and fishing destinations. Where the Apalachicola River runs into the East Bay thrives the most fertile fisheries, home to exciting fishing for anglers of all skill levels. Discover firsthand what Apalachicola has in store by leveraging  AnyCreek’s vast network of local guides as a tool to get you where you belong for your next adventure. 

Lying at the confluence of the Gulf of Mexico and many rich inshore waterways, Apalachicola offers visiting anglers many guided fishing opportunities. Apalachicola Bay provides a home to hundreds of fish species, sustaining healthy populations of game fish that thrive in the seagrass flats, oyster beds, and surrounding bays. Apalachiocla’s variety of ecosystems and waterways deliver a range of premier fishing options. Fish the backcountry of the surrounding inlets, bays, and channels — targeting tailing redfish — or sight-fish for tarpon, the Silver King, in what is locally known as some of the best tarpon fishing in all of Florida. When navigating the diversity of Apalachicola’s fishing opportunities, don’t hesitate to reach out to one of AnyCreek’s licensed guides to start your journey off on the right foot utilizing our comprehensive, secure system and resources. 

The flats of Apalachicola swell seasonally with bait fish, giving rise to abundant populations of trophy game fish — including tarpon, redfish, cobia, tripletail, black drum, and speckled sea trout. At the end of spring and beginning of summer from May to August, the salt marshes and flats warm and become breeding and feedubg grounds for migratory gulf coast tarpon on their annual pilgramage along the coast. Similarly, throughout fall to the end of winter redfish flood the flats and backwaters, giving way to ideal sight-fishing conditions for tailing redfish. Apalachicola is a hotbed for some of Florida’s best inshore fishing, and AnyCreek’s local guides welcome anglers of all skill levels to join in on the fun.

Outside of the excellent inshore fishing opportunities within Apalachicola Bay, the deeper waters of the Gulf of Mexico provide access to tremendous deep-sea fishing. There are a variety of sport fish that call these warm waters home, thriving on the surrounding reefs and wrecks. Target kingfish, mahi mahi, wahoo, tuna, grouper, and shark. Connect with one of AnyCreek’s licensed guides  and venture out into the Gulf of Mexico for an unforgettable fishing adventure.

Despite being deemed a part of the Forgotten Coast, Apalachicola has a rich, unforgotten history, preserved in museums, historical houses, and their famous working waterfront. Once considered the country's national oystering hub, Apalachicola has a truly authentic commercial fishing pedigree. Uncover U.S. history as you walk through the Orman House and spend the rest of the day in its neighboring Chapman Botanical Gardens. If you’ve got a taste for the outdoors, explore the Apalachicola National Forest through any number of its breathtaking trails. Once you’ve built up an appetite, try one of Apalachicola’s local culinary hot spots like Izzy’s Cafe. Wind down for the night with a delicious brew or plate of oysters — all locally produced — at Oyster City Brewing Company.

When planning your Apalachicola fishing expedition, start your journey with AnyCreek. We’ll connect you to Apalachicola’s best guides and trips so that you can have on-the-ground guidance throughout your planning process. You can chat with your guide anytime before your trip by using AnyCreek’s Chat Feature, located under your ‘Account Info’ tab on our website. Check the local forecast before you start packing to ensure you’re prepared. Your guide will have all necessary licenses, gear, and tackle, but don’t forget to pack essentials — snacks, sunscreen, hats, polarized sunglasses, sun shirts, a raincoat, and a camera.