Pensacola Fishing Charters – Top-Rated Inshore & Nearshore Trips with Showintail
Welcome to Showintail Inshore Charters — the leading provider of Pensacola fishing charters designed for anglers of all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned fisherman or booking your very first family fishing trip, our captains deliver unforgettable experiences in the calm waters of Pensacola Bay, Santa Rosa Sound, and beyond. This page is your complete guide to booking, planning, and enjoying the best fishing Pensacola, Florida, has to offer.
With world-class inshore fisheries, seasonal migrations of prized species, and local captains who live to fish, Pensacola is one of the most productive and accessible fishing destinations in Florida.
🎯 Why Choose Showintail for Your Pensacola Fishing Charter?
We don’t just offer fishing trips — we deliver custom-tailored experiences.
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✅ Licensed, Local Captains: Born and raised fishing the Pensacola area
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✅ Family-Friendly Charters: Great for kids, grandparents, and first-timers
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✅ Inshore, Nearshore, and Sight Fishing: Trip options for all skill levels
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✅ Shark and Fly Fishing Options: Unique charters you won’t find everywhere
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✅ All Gear Provided: Rods, reels, bait, cooler with drinks, and licenses
🗺️ Where We Fish in Pensacola
We fish the most productive waters around Pensacola:
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Pensacola Bay – Massive redfish and trout patrol deep channels and docks
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Santa Rosa Sound – Crystal-clear, shallow water ideal for sight fishing and kids trips
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Escambia Bay & River Systems – Brackish waters with big drum, jacks, and flounder
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Nearshore Gulf (weather permitting) – Spanish mackerel, kingfish, bonito, and more
🐟 What We Catch – Seasonal Breakdown
Fishing in Pensacola is great year-round, with seasonal highlights including:
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Redfish – Caught all year, especially in the fall when bull reds run
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Speckled Trout – Peak spring and fall; early morning topwater action
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Flounder – Late fall and winter around structure and docks
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Black Drum – Winter and spring near bridges and channel edges
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Spanish Mackerel – Spring and summer speedsters along nearshore reefs
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Sheepshead – Thick in the winter around pilings and jetties
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Sharks – Available May through September (catch & release)
📌 Read Our Weekly Fishing Reports
🎣 Charter Options in Pensacola
We offer flexible trips for families, serious anglers, and vacationers looking for a fun day on the water.
🔹 2-Hour Fishing Charters
Perfect for kids and families with limited time. Stay in calm waters targeting smaller redfish, trout, and snapper.
🔹 3–4 Hour Inshore Trips
Our most popular charter. We target redfish, trout, sheepshead, and flounder around grass flats, docks, and oyster beds.
🔹 6-Hour Excursions
More time means more spots. Drift deep channels, hunt bigger reds, and try nearshore reefs if conditions allow.
🔹 8-Hour Trips
Ultimate flexibility. Go farther, target more species, and truly explore Pensacola’s inshore and nearshore offerings.
🔹 Fly Fishing & Sight Fishing
Use light tackle and shallow water skills to stalk redfish and trout in just inches of water. Ideal for experienced anglers.
🔹 Shark Fishing
Catch and release big blacktips, spinners, and sandbar sharks from boat or beach. Night options available.
👨👩👧👦 Pensacola Fishing for Families & Beginners
Not all fishing trips are about trophy fish. Many of our guests are families looking to have fun, learn something new, and make great memories together.
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✅ Calm waters in Santa Rosa Sound
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✅ Captains who love teaching kids to fish
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✅ Flexible start times and trip lengths
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✅ No experience needed!
📌 Check Out Our Kids Fishing Trips
📅 Best Time of Year to Fish Pensacola
While we fish year-round, here’s how the seasons stack up:
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Spring: Spanish mackerel, sheepshead, trout, and redfish
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Summer: Sharks, jacks, flounder, and early-morning topwater trout
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Fall: Bull redfish run + flounder migration
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Winter: Big black drum, sheepshead, trout in deep holes
🧭 Launch Locations Around Pensacola
We offer multiple launch points so we can follow the fish:
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Shoreline Park in Gulf Breeze
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Bayou Texar near Downtown Pensacola
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Scenic Hwy boat ramp near Escambia Bay
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Private docks in Santa Rosa Sound
We’ll confirm the best launch location based on fish activity and wind conditions the day before your trip.
🧰 What’s Included (And What to Bring)
We Provide:
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All rods, reels, and tackle
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Bait, licenses, ice, and bottled water
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Shade canopy on most boats
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Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
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Snacks and drinks (alcohol allowed in moderation)
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Camera for your catches!
📲 Booking Your Pensacola Fishing Charter
We make it easy to plan your trip. Use our online booking system to select date, trip type, and group size. We’re also available by phone to answer any questions.
🔗 Additional Resources
🌐 External Links for Visitors
🎣 Let’s Go Fishing in Pensacola!
From family-friendly first trips to technical fly-fishing hunts, Showintail Inshore Charters offers something for everyone. With deep local knowledge, top-tier gear, and passionate captains, we’re ready to put you on fish and help you make memories that last a lifetime.