Clearwater Fishing

Clearwater, Florida is a coastal city that has a rich history dating back to the late 1800s. The area was originally inhabited by the Tocobaga Native American tribe and later became a center of commercial fishing. Fort Harrison was built in what is now Clearwater in 1835 during the Seminole Wars. The fort was on a bluff that overlooks Clearwater Harbor and is now the Harbor Oaks neighborhood. A road connecting Clearwater to Tampa was constructed in 1849. In the early 1900s, Clearwater became a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful beaches and warm weather. The city underwent significant growth and development in the mid-20th century and has since become a major city in the Tampa Bay area. Over the years, Clearwater has also become known for its cultural events and festivals, excellent fishing, attracting visitors from all over the world.

Common species that are caught while inshore Clearwater fishing are Gray Snapper (Mangrove Snapper), Kingfish, Snook, Spotted Seatrout, and Tarpon. Inshore reefs and nearshore waters are brimming with Gag Grouper, Gray Snapper, Red Snapper, Red Grouper, and White Grunt. Top species that you may want to venture offshore for are Gag Grouper and Red Grouper. Over the reefs nearshore there are lots of Barracuda, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, and King Mackerel. Further offshore, one might catch Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Wahoo, or Yellowfin Tuna.

If you like to catch monster fish, consider trying to reel in a Goliath Grouper. This species often reaches 800 pounds and 8 feet in length. A record 116-pound Cubera Snapper was also caught in Clearwater, proving that this is a top fishing destination.

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Latest Clearwater Fishing Reports

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Top Clearwater Bait & Tackle Stores

1. Tampa Bay Bait N' Tackle
   Tampa Bay Bait and Tackle is the largest salt and fresh water bait supplier in the Tampa Bay area.
   

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2. 4th Street Tackle
   4th Street Tackle is a new bait and tackle shop in St. Petersburg, Florida. We offer you top name brands, excellent service, and tackle for all types of fishing situations. Whether your fishing the mangroves or grass flats in the upper Tampa Bay or t
   

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3. Captain K's Bait & Tackle
   We're located in St. Petersburg, FL and home to a bait, tackle & fishing charter center. Karen is a Florida native and has been fishing the Gulf and bay waters her entire life. We're here to serve the St. Petersburg, Treasure Island and Tampa B
   

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4. Bill Jackson's Outdoor Adventure Store
   A one-of-a-kind outdoor sports store serving the Tampa Bay area since 1951
   

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5. Aylesworth's Fish & Bait, Inc.
   Since 1944 we have provided the highest quality fishing baits and related products to fishermen
   

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6. Bait House
   Open since the 1940s, The Bait House Tackle & Tavern is located in the marina on beautiful Clearwater Beach. We are proud to offer the freshest fish, highest quality tackle and gear, and some of the best food on the beach. Our daily menu features
   

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7. Betts Fishing Center
   Betts Fishing Center is a family-owned tackle store that has been serving anglers in Pinellas County
   

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8. Indian Rocks Tackle
   
   

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9. Dogfish Tackle Co
   
   

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10. Mirrolure
    
    

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Top Clearwater Fishing Charters & Guides

1. Absolute Flats Fishing
   Absolute Florida Flats Fishing with local saltwater guide, Capt. Rich Knox, who has been a fishing guide service on the West Central FL Gulf Coast for over 20 years, fishes the beautiful expansive Florida Gulf Coast from Tampa Bay to New Port Richey,
   

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2. GulfStar Fishing
   World class fishing-first class service..We Catch EM!
   

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3. 2 Shea Charters
   My years of experience in the Gulf give me an unmatched knowledge of its seasons and spots and the 2 Shea is more than ready to carry you quickly and comfortably to them. Whether you are after some nice grouper just off-shore or those large amberjack
   

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4. Captain Brian Caudill Inshore Fishing Charters
   Clearwater Fishing Guide Capt. Brian Caudill has expert knowledge of the shallow water flats, beautiful mangrove islands and sandy beaches around Clearwater, Tarpon Springs and Dunedin in the Tampa Bay, Florida area. With his extensive knowledge of C
   

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5. Salty Dog Charters LLC
   Salty Dog Charters is a family owned and operated fishing charter business. We are currently running our charters out of Johns Pass in Treasure Island Florida. We are fully licensed and insured and the boat is periodically surveyed to ensure we are i
   

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6. Skinny Water Charter
   Pro Fishing Guide For Clearwater, Tampa Bay, Redington Beach, Madeira Beach, Treasure Island Beach, & St. Petersburg Beach Areas.
   

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7. Capt. John O'Hanlon Fishing Expeditions
   We are fishing the St. Joseph Sound area. Featuring Honeymoon Island, Caladesi Island and Three Rooker Bar. The Islands offer a convenient access from Clearwater, Dunedin, Palm Harbor, and Tarpon Springs. Both Honeymoon Island and Caladesi Island are
   

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8. FishTaxi Charters
   Clearwater Deep Sea Fishing Charters at their finest! Our Tampa Bay offshore fishing specialist, Captain Ryan, specializes in catching Grouper, Red Snapper, Amberjack, Kingfish, Mackerel, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, and many other deep sea fish species.
   

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9. Double Eagle Deep Sea Fishing
   ocked in the Clearwater Municipal Marina on Clearwater Beach the Double Eagle fishing fleet is conveniently located to Tampa and St. Petersburg on the gulf coast of Florida. Whether you're an avid angler or novice, a vacationing family or busines
   

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10. T-Kat Fishing Charters
    T-Kat Charters, located in beautiful Treasure Island, Florida, offers superior light-tackle and live bait deep sea fishing in the finest Gulf Coast locations, including Treasure Island, Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg. Enjoy the rod-bending thr
    

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Top Clearwater Marinas

1. Anclote Village Marina
   Located at the mouth of the Anclote River, Anclote Village Marina offers unparalleled access to the Gulf of Mexico. Both wet and dry slips are available, along with a fleet of rental boats.
   

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2. Hubbard's Marina
   Hubbard's Marina is the Original Pary boat fishing fleet and Dolphin watching company in the State of Florida! We have been in operation since 1928, fishing local waters for over 80 Years! We offer 5,10,12 & 39 hour party boat fishing trips.
   

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3. Antigua Cove Marina
   
   

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4. Tampa Harbour
   Tampa Harbour is the answer to all your boating needs. Our convenient South Tampa location is just seconds to the open waters of Old Tampa Bay. For landlubbers we are the home of the world famous “Hula Bay Club” and “Duke’s Retired Surfers Bar”. Just
   

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5. Sunset Landing Marina
   
   

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