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Sarasota Fishing Forecast

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The Top 10 Fishing Spots for Sarasota 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. 7
    REEF 27.077166667 -82.544833333


  4. 9
    SARASOTA 27.098500000 -82.484333333


  5. BUOY 3
    27.578333333333 -82.746166666667


  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. Port Manatee Reef


  8. 7 Mile Mile Reef


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


  10. South Jack Wreck


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Latest Sarasota Fishing Reports

  • Fishing Report! Friday October 18 2024
    Well it has been an interesting few weeks for us here on the west coast of Florida. But after Hurricane Milton we are finally finding some normality. We are now back to our n


  • Fishing Report!! Tuesday September 3 2024
    Both inshore and offshore reports have been flowing in this past week. We had gag grouper open in the Gulf of Mexico. American red snapper have been steadily reported as well


  • Fishing Report!! Sunday August 18 2024
    The past few weeks have produced some seriously good offshore fishing in our area! With a couple of big offshore tournaments ( Gulfcoast Offshore & Sarasota Slam) we have had


  • Fishing Report- Monday July 15 2024
    Many think that when the season slows down the fishing does as well… but I beg to differ!! Offshore reports have been flowing in the past week with mentions of American red s


  • Fourth of July Fishing Report!! Thursday July 4 2024
    The Gulf of Mexico really came to life this week! Offshore reports are stacked with wahoo big red snapper at about 200′ scamp and yellowtails as well. Two massive cubera snap


  • Fishing Report – Monday June 24 2024
    Well we are half way through tarpon season and so far its has been one of the best we’ve seen in years!! Great numbers these last few weeks with some absolute GIANT fish bein


  • Exploring the Benefits of Pedal Kayaking
    Kayaking has long been revered as a serene and exhilarating way to explore the great outdoors. However traditional paddle kayaking isn’t the only option for navigating the wa


  • Fishing Report!! Sunday March 24th 2024
    The gulf has really come to life these past few weeks. Wahoo have been reported roughly 200′ of water. Mutton snappers from the 120′ range have been cosistent along with red


  • Fishing Report Thursday February 22nd 2024
    Inshore and nearsore fishing have been the name of the game recently with weather inconsistencies making it tough to get offshore. The nearshore reefs have been very producti


  • Paddle into Our Leap Year Kayak and SUP Sale!
    Welcome adventure seekers and water enthusiasts! 2024 is a special year with an extra day and we’ve decided to celebrate this unique occurrence with an extraordinary Leap Yea


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Top Sarasota Bait & Tackle Stores

  1. Economy Tackle
    Since 1948, Economy Tackle / Dolphin Paddlesports has been serving the area's water sport enthusiasts with great service and competitive prices.

  2. Annie's Bait & Tackle
    VOTED #1 BAIT & TACKLE! COME SEE US FOR A TASTE OF "OLD FLORIDA"

  3. Island Discount Tackle


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Top Sarasota Fishing Charters & Guides

  1. Anna Maria Inshore Fishing LLC
    Anna Maria Inshore Fishing, LLC is the premier fishing experience for everyone. We provide a first-rate fishing adventure for all ages. Join Charter Fishing Guide, Capt. Kyle aboard his Custom 23' Dorado Boat and be provided an experience like n

  2. Captain Ryan Taylor
    If you are in the Bradenton/Sarasota area and looking for a great day on the water… You are looking in the right place. Capt. Ryan can guarantee a fun-filled day of fishing whether you are looking for a great day with family and friends or a skilled

  3. Captain Jason Stock Fishing Charters
    JM Snooky Kayak Charters has been guiding clients on Anna Maria Island, Sarasota Bay, Longboat Key, and Tampa Bay since 2004. Our kayak trips consist of fully-rigged Wilderness Systems Tarpon 160 fishing kayaks and take place either sunrise till lunc

  4. Tearin' Em Up! Fishing Charters
    Looking for a fun day on the water with your family and friends? You’re in the right place! We’re Tearin’ Em Up! In Sarasota, Fl.

  5. Magic Sarasota Fishing
    Captain Alan Routh brings 40 years experience fishing sarasota as one of the few Native guides.

  6. T Stephens Top Notch Charters
    Top Notch Fishing is a bay, backcountry, and near shore fishing guide service for West Central Florida. We operate in Sarasota Bay, Tampa Bay and service the Longboat Key, Siesta Key, Anna Maria Island, Bradenton, St. Pete, Tampa and Venice areas. Li

  7. Drag-On Charters
    Come fishing with me Captain Eric. WE can go for the monster or fill the cooler with the freshest catch of the day.

  8. Captain Matt Charters
    Tampa Bay charter fishing has something to offer everyone, whether you’re a seasoned angler or a very young angler just learning for the first time. The fishing in Tampa Bay is consistently plentiful for many different kinds of fish. This generous va

  9. Awestruck Fishing Charters
    Inshore Fishing Bradenton Captain Phil Dyer offers Bradenton/Sarasota flats/inshore fishing charters fishing Tampa Bay and Sarasota flats fishing from Bradenton, Florida for Snook, Trout and Redfish and more…

  10. Sarasota, Longboat Key Fishing Fishburger Charters


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