Download the mobile app!

Hooking Up Anglers Since 2011.

Check out our new Android or iOS app for Fishing Status.

The long awaited return of our mobile app is back on Apple App Store and Google Play

Clearwater Fishing

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.


Fishing Forecast

0 Fishing Predictions served for Clearwater.

Get Prediction

Fishing Spots

0+ of the best Clearwater Fishing Spots.

Download Spots

Fishing Reports

0 Local Fishing Reports around Clearwater.

View Reports

Clearwater Fishing Forecast

Target Species of Fish

Based on historical data for fishing Clearwater, you should target one of the following species for this time of year:

  1. Pinfish

    2. Pinfish

    There is a 15.21% catch rate for Pinfish, based on 9715 Pinfish counted.

    Clearwater Pinfish Counts Chart
    Pinfish

    ENLARGE CLEARWATER PINFISH COUNTS CHART


  2. White Grunt

    3. White Grunt

    There is a 14.75% catch rate for White Grunt, based on 9419 White Grunt counted.

    Clearwater White Grunt Counts Chart
    White

    ENLARGE CLEARWATER WHITE GRUNT COUNTS CHART


  3. Red Grouper

    4. Red Grouper

    There is a 13.57% catch rate for Red Grouper, based on 8664 Red Grouper counted.

    Clearwater Red Grouper Counts Chart
    Red

    ENLARGE CLEARWATER RED GROUPER COUNTS CHART


  4. Scaled Sardine

    5. Scaled Sardine

    There is a 12.8% catch rate for Scaled Sardine, based on 8176 Scaled Sardine counted.

    Clearwater Scaled Sardine Counts Chart
    Scaled

    ENLARGE CLEARWATER SCALED SARDINE COUNTS CHART


  5. Spotted Seatrout

    6. Spotted Seatrout

    There is a 7.68% catch rate for Spotted Seatrout, based on 4901 Spotted Seatrout counted.

    Clearwater Spotted Seatrout Counts Chart
    Spotted

    ENLARGE CLEARWATER SPOTTED SEATROUT COUNTS CHART


  6. Spanish Mackerel

    7. Spanish Mackerel

    There is a 3.48% catch rate for Spanish Mackerel, based on 2224 Spanish Mackerel counted.

    Clearwater Spanish Mackerel Counts Chart
    Spanish

    ENLARGE CLEARWATER SPANISH MACKEREL COUNTS CHART


  7. Gag Grouper

    8. Gag Grouper

    There is a 2.91% catch rate for Gag Grouper, based on 1855 Gag Grouper counted.

    Clearwater Gag Grouper Counts Chart
    Gag

    ENLARGE CLEARWATER GAG GROUPER COUNTS CHART


  8. Hardhead Catfish

    9. Hardhead Catfish

    There is a 2.82% catch rate for Hardhead Catfish, based on 1802 Hardhead Catfish counted.

    Clearwater Hardhead Catfish Counts Chart
    Hardhead

    ENLARGE CLEARWATER HARDHEAD CATFISH COUNTS CHART


  9. Gray Snapper

    10. Gray Snapper

    There is a 2.65% catch rate for Gray Snapper, based on 1695 Gray Snapper counted.

    Clearwater Gray Snapper Counts Chart
    Gray

    ENLARGE CLEARWATER GRAY SNAPPER COUNTS CHART


  10. Black Sea Bass

    11. Black Sea Bass

    There is a 2.03% catch rate for Black Sea Bass, based on 1295 Black Sea Bass counted.

    Clearwater Black Sea Bass Counts Chart
    Black

    ENLARGE CLEARWATER BLACK SEA BASS COUNTS CHART


Recommendations above based on 123 species of fish and 63852 fish counted for July around Clearwater.

To date, there are 180 species of fish and a total of 2155101 fish counted for Clearwater and within a 30 mile (48 km) radius since 1/1/1860 (164 years).

Last Update: 7/1/2024 8:08:21 PM

*** PLEASE NOTE ***
Please check local, state/province, and federal laws before fishing for any species found on this site. All data is based on historical data found for this area, and in some cases as far back as the year 1600.

View full Clearwater Fishing Forecast to see all species.

Let us custom design a SD Card of Clearwater Fishing Spots for your GPS unit!

Buy Custom SD Card

or

Download 13090+ Clearwater Fishing Spots

Download Clearwater Fishing Map
We will create a SD card of all fishing spots in the Clearwater, specifically for your GPS Unit, and to your specifications. Alternatively, you can create a custom GPS map yourself by using one of our methods.

Top Clearwater Fishing Spots
View Full Fishing Map


The Top 10 Fishing Spots for Clearwater are the following:

  1. EGMONT KEY REEF #26
    EGMONT KEY REEF #26 (Bay) Relief (in feet) 8 Description GULF PIER -FT. DESOTO PILE CUTOFFS Date of Deployment May 17 2002 Primary Material CONCRETE PILE CUTOFFS Ton

  2. USS Narcissus
    The USS Narcissus is a screw steamer launched in July 1863 as Mary Cook at East Albany, N.Y. It was purchased by the Union Navy at New York City on 23 September 1863 from Ja

  3. BUOY 3
    27.578333333333 -82.746166666667

  4. BAHIA BEACH REEF (BAY) REEF#3
    BAHIA BEACH REEF (BAY) REEF#3 Depth (in feet) 19 Relief (in feet) 8 Description CONCRETE BRIDGE DECKING RAILINGS AND RUBBLE FROM TREASURE ISLAND CAUSEWAY Date of Dep

  5. Gunsmoke
    Attributes RECRD 2670 VESSLTERMS GUNSMOKE FEATURE_TYPE Wreck - Submerged, dangerous to surface navigation LATDEC 27.559181 LONDEC -83.084667 GP_QUALITY High DEPTH 8 SOUNDING_T

  6. MISENER BARGE
    Name MISENER BARGE County MANATEE Depth (in feet) 25 Relief (in feet) 8 Description 100 X 35 X 8 FOOT BARGE ACCIDENTALLY SUNK BY MISENER MARINE Date of Deployment December 19

  7. DESOTO BOAT RAMP

  8. Port Manatee Reef

  9. Bird Key Channel
    Channel with a ledge here that will hold fish.

  10. 7 Mile Mile Reef

View more Top Clearwater Fishing Spots


Latest Clearwater Fishing Reports

  • Red Snapper Multi day 6/6 – 6/8/24
    Gulfstar Endurance Fishing Report #2 6/6-6/8   The trip started as normal we left the dock at 10:00 PM. Headed out the Anclote River on the way to the Middle Grounds and beyon

  • Fishing Report – June 4th 2024
    Here is the June 4th 2024 fishing report. My reports are published in the Tampa Bay Times every 4th and 20th of the month! The post Fishing Report – June 4th 2024 appeared fi

  • Fishing Report – May 20th 2024
    Here is the May 20th 2024 fishing report. My reports are published in the Tampa Bay Times every 4th and 20th of the month! The post Fishing Report – May 20th 2024 appeared fi

  • Tarpon Are Here
    The Tarpon have shown up in the passes while catching bait early in the morning. These fish are just showing up. The best time to target these brawlers is as the sun coming u

  • Fishing Report – May 4th 2024
    Here is the May 4th 2024 fishing report. My reports are published in the Tampa Bay Times every 4th and 20th of the month! The post Fishing Report – May 4th 2024 appeared firs

  • Fishing will get even better
    Weather has been above normal and has made it tough to pattern the main 3. With the massive amounts of bait that has recently shown up fishing is different everyday. Spanish

  • Fishing Report – April 20th 2024
    Here is the April 20th 2024 fishing report. My reports are published in the Tampa Bay Times every 4th and 20th of the month! The post Fishing Report – April 20th 2024 appeare

  • April 2024 Fishing Report
    My family had the best time with Captian Craig! He got us on fish – we caught 9 different species! Captain Craig was super friendly and knowledgeable- easy to work with and g

  • Fishing Report – April 4th 2024
    Here is the April 4th 2024 fishing report. My reports are published in the Tampa Bay Times every 4th and 20th of the month! The post Fishing Report – April 4th 2024 appeared

  • Fishing Report – March 20th 2024
    Here is the March 20th 2024 fishing report. My reports are published in the Tampa Bay Times every 4th and 20th of the month! The post Fishing Report – March 20th 2024 appeare

View Clearwater Fishing Reports

Bait & Tackle

0 Bait and Tackle stores near Clearwater.

View Bait & Tackle

Charters & Guides

0 Clearwater Charters and Guides.

View Reports

Marinas

0 Marinas close to Clearwater.

View Marinas

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.
  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
  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
  4. Bill Jackson's Outdoor Adventure Store
    A one-of-a-kind outdoor sports store serving the Tampa Bay area since 1951
  5. Aylesworth's Fish & Bait, Inc.
    Since 1944 we have provided the highest quality fishing baits and related products to fishermen
  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
  7. Betts Fishing Center
    Betts Fishing Center is a family-owned tackle store that has been serving anglers in Pinellas County
  8. Indian Rocks Tackle

  9. Dogfish Tackle Co

  10. Mirrolure

View more Clearwater Bait & Tackle Stores

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,
  2. GulfStar Fishing
    World class fishing-first class service..We Catch EM!
  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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. Skinny Water Charter
    Pro Fishing Guide For Clearwater, Tampa Bay, Redington Beach, Madeira Beach, Treasure Island Beach, & St. Petersburg Beach Areas.
  8. 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
  9. 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.
  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

View more Clearwater Charters & Guides

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.
  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.
  3. Antigua Cove Marina

  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
  5. Sunset Landing Marina

View more Clearwater Marinas

Upgrade to Professional

Catch More Fish Download GPS Files Create Custom Maps Future Predictions Featured Listings

Download GPS files of fishing spots.
Create Custom Maps of fishing spots.
Fishing predictions w/ future date & location.
Featured Listings for your fishing business.

$7 month or $49 year