Happening Now: Gag Grouper, Scalloping Starts In 9 Days
Florida’s Nature Coast is home to some of the best fishing in the world. In particular, the Crystal River area is known for its abundance of gag grouper. If you’re looking to get your line wet, now is the time to do it! In addition, scalloping season starts in just nine days. Get ready to […]
Scalloping And Grouper Fishing, Things You Can Do In July
This summer people who enjoy being on the water have two additional great options to spend the day on a charter trip with Crystal River Guide Service. On July 1, the annual scallop harvesting season opens and it remains open until September 24. Additionally, the annual gag grouper season is open in July, running from […]
3 Reasons Why Family Fishing is the Best
Spending time fishing with family can be an amazing and rewarding experience. Everyone from skilled anglers to first-timers will enjoy seeing your spouse or children learn new skills, catch new fish, get a new personal best species, and be an active part in the natural world. The single best reason to take your family fishing […]
Inshore Fishing Charters: Spend a Day with the Family
If you’re looking for a fun and exciting way to spend a day with your family, charter an inshore fishing trip for an unforgettable outdoor adventure! There are many reasons that inshore trips are the ideal way to enjoy spending time with your loved ones in nature. Read on to explore the many benefits of […]
Tips for a Successful Day of Fishing in Crystal River
If you’re looking for a great day on the water, visit Crystal River in Citrus County, Florida, home to some of the best inshore fishing in the country. This article will provide some tips to help you have a successful day targetting inshore species in the Gulf. So whether you’re a beginner or an experienced […]
Crystal River Inshore Fishing April 2022
April is fantastic fishing in Crystal River. The temperatures are mild and the fishing is hot. As the Gulf of Mexico waters heat up into the mid to upper 70s and exceed the temperatures of the area rivers and springs, game fish will generally begin to move out towards open water and the vast array […]
Can You Catch Gag Grouper In The Summer In Crystal River?
Gag grouper are the most common type of grouper found near shore on Florida’s gulf coast, fortunately, they are aggressive feeders, good fighters, and also one of the best-tasting fish in the ocean. Adults spawn offshore and the currents carry the larvae into coastal estuarine waters. This is where the juvenile groupers develop. Gags that […]
An In-Depth Look At Crystal River Snook
Snook are one of the top game fish that can be caught year-round in the Crystal River area. They are prized for their fighting ability and excellent culinary value. The Crystal River area has several features that make it an ideal place to target snook. Warm spring-fed rivers and creeks, estuarine coastal ecosystems, oysters and […]
Happening Now: Crystal River Snook Fishing
It’s time to get in on the hottest snook fishing of the year in Crystal River. Crystal River Spring Snook Fishing During the spring, warmer air causes water temperatures to climb, leading to favorable conditions for an influx of snook into gulf coast inshore waters. These weather changes increase fish activity, setting the area on […]
Hunting The Mangroves For Snook
As the daylight hours grow longer each day as we head towards spring and summer, Crystal River snook fishing is going to heat up along with the increasing water temperatures. As the gulf temperature increases snook will make their way out of the springs and backwater areas that hold the warmest water throughout the winter. […]
