From Indian Rocks to Clearwater, August and September can be challenging months to fish. Snook spread out in the the backwaters, passes, and spill ways. The early morning and late afternoon have produced fish from 5 to 12lb but there is always that chance of a 40in....
Tarpon
Tarpon fishing in the local Clearwater, Fl area is one of Skinny Water Charters premier offerings. We put our clients in the best areas to catch beautiful Tarpon whenever they are in season.
Hot Weather and Hot Fishing
With our recent hot temperatures and water temps hovering at 90* in the Gulf, and mid 90's on the flats in clearwater, you'd think fishing would be slow. But on the contrary, fishing is just as hot as the weather. Tarpon have been my mainstay. Whether it's in the Gulf...

Red Tide Update and Warm Water Summer Fishing Report
Reds Red fishing has been spotty due to the red tide. So look for live mullet around shorelines spoil Islands and oyster bars. This is where the red fish will be congregating. You can't beat cut ladyfish, pin fish or thread fins as these have been the ticket. Lately...

Late May 2021 Report & BIG Fishing Regulation News
Starting off with the BIG news: Finally redfish and trout will open at midnight on May 31st after a three and a half year closure so we finally get to harvest these delicious fish for ourselves and clients to enjoy. This opening signals a strong rebound in the health...

Clearwater & IRB Inshore Fishing Report, April 2021
The weather in Clearwater, nearby Indian Rocks beach all around Florida is heating up and fishing is firing up along with it. With the massive amounts of bait that has recently shown up, fishing is in high gear. Spanish Mackerel are everywhere. Kingfish...

Where to Hook Snook, Reds, Tarpon & Sharks in Clearwater Right Now
Late August and September can be great months for Clearwater fishing fun! Here's a few tips for getting the most out of your time on the water right now. Snook finding tips Snook are in the passes mouths of creeks flits and the rivers in full force. Fish from 25" to...

Escape into Clearwater fishing. The August 2020 Report by Capt’ Craig
Are you ready to get out on the Clearwater water-ways and away from all the chaos in the media and everywhere you look? As we kick off August 2020, fishing has been really good even though we are in the dog days of summer. Tarpon, Snook, Redfish and Trout have thinned...

TarpON: Tarpon Fishing is ON Right Now
Starting this week coming up on the 20th through the 25th will be some of the best tides for tarpon fishing in the Clearwater Beach area. Last week, Wednesday started the tides getting better for having a good shot at the giant Silver King AKA Tarpon. Now the tides...

Water’s hot… and SO IS THE FISHING!
With Clearwater water temps are in the 90s we are happy to report the fishing is equally HOT. Getting an early start to your fishing is key to beat the heat for catching tarpon, snook, redfish and other Clearwater inshore species. Best spot to get on the Tarpon Tarpon...

Tarpon Fishing Coming ALIVE for this Clearwater Inshore Charter Boat
Tarpon fishing has been incredible so far this June with massive, plentiful hookups allowing clients to experience what makes the Silver King the ultimate game fish in the Clearwater Beach area. Snook fishing has been some of the best we've seen in the last few years...

Clearwater’s Premier Game Fish, Tarpon Is In Full Swing
Tarpon season is in full swing so if you are looking to battle one of the premier game fish of Clearwater /St Pete area, now's the time all the way to July!Snook have shown up in good numbers on the beaches around the Jetties and passes they are also still in the back...

Tarpon Fishing on the Rise in 2020!
If you're like us, tarpon is one of your favorite fish to hook and luckily for us all, they're here in Clearwater and the Bay Area. Where to find the Tarpon With the extremely warm winter this year in Clearwater, the tarpon have shown up a few weeks early. We are...

2019 Summer Fishing is HOT!
Tarpon fishing is still going on strong but the fish will be in smaller schools on the beaches. You will have better luck finding them in the passes and backwaters along Clearwater and the nearby inland waterways. Although going strong, it wont last forever. You've...

July rainfall’s effect on Clearwater fishing
With the current low pressure system (July 10th, 2019) generating excessive rain in the Clearwater/St. Petersburg area slowly moving away; look for fishing to fire up! After tremendous rainfall, water temperatures see a significant drop. Temps were at 90 degrees just...
Tarpon fishing is HOT right now!
Tarpon fishing charters are now in full swing from Indian Rocks Beach to Clearwater FL up to Tarpon Springs. Last week Skinny...

Inshore fishing report for Clearwater, Fl (May 2019)
They're here! Tarpon made themselves known today as we found several schools migrating from north to south. This type of Tarpon movement is typical for the month of May. Patience is definitely the key to hooking these beautiful fish. Getting out early in your local...