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Spring fishing is heating up in Apalachicola Bay and the surrounding river systems! Redfish and Speckled Trout have been biting consistently in the bay, especially on the grass flats and near oyster bars using live shrimp and soft plastics. Triple Tail are starting to show up around crab trap buoys and floating debris, while Sheepshead continue to hang around structure like bridges and pilings. In the rivers, White Trout and the occasional Flounder have been making an appearance as water temps warm up. With baitfish returning to the area and weather conditions improving, it’s a perfect time to get out on the water and enjoy a productive day of fishing.

Captain Junior Holland of Fishing With Holland has been staying on the fish and knows exactly where to go depending on tides and time of day. Whether you're looking to fill the cooler or just enjoy the beauty of Apalachicola Bay, now is a fantastic time to book your trip.

We get these questions frequently. What fish are biting in Apalachicola right now? Redfish, Speckled Trout, Sheepshead, Triple Tail, and White Trout are currently the most active species. The spring season brings a variety of fish into the bay and river systems. Do I need a fishing license? Nope! When you fish with Fishing With Holland, you're covered under Captain Junior Holland’s charter license. Just bring yourself, and we’ll handle the rest. What should I bring on a fishing trip? We recommend sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, sunglasses, food and drinks, and a camera to capture the fun. Captain Junior provides all the tackle, bait, and gear you’ll need for the trip.

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Summer Patterns Set In as Inshore Action Heats Up fishing report coverpicture

June 12, 2025

Apalachicola Bay - Franklin, FL Cruise Report on 12th Jun, 2025

Fishing in Apalachicola is in full swing with warm temps pushing fish into predictable summer patterns. The bay and surrounding estuaries are producing steady catches, especially for anglers targeting speckled trout, redfish, and tripletail. Speckled trout are holding over grass flats and drop-offs in 3–6 feet of water. Early mornings with a moving tide have been the sweet spot, especially when tossing topwater plugs like a Super Spook Jr. or MirrOlure She Dog. Once the sun gets higher, switching to soft plastics or shrimp under popping corks has kept the bite going. Redfish are cruising the edges of oyster bars and tucked into the marshy pockets on higher tides. Cut mullet, live shrimp, and gold spoons are all drawing strikes. Some slot-size fish are moving in tight schools, and patience around the grass lines has been paying off. Tripletail are being spotted around channel markers and crab trap buoys, especially on calm days with good visibility. They're hitting live shrimp free-lined near the surface. Keep a rod ready when running between spots—these fish are ambush hunters and make for great sight-fishing targets. The drum bite is picking up too, with anglers dragging soft plastics near sandy drop-offs and creek mouths. Some solid keepers have been landed this week. Water clarity in the bay has been decent despite scattered storms, and the winds have stayed relatively calm, giving small craft anglers good windows to get out. With bait thick and fish hungry, it’s a great time to be on the water in Apalachicola.
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