Charters in Holmes Beach
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5 charters in Holmes Beach
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AMI Charters
Holmes Beach, FL
Fishes for: Gag grouperBlack grouperSnookMangrove snapperTarpon+9 more
Up to 6 peopleContact checked Sep 2026 on amicharters.com · Details
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Anna Maria Boat Company
Holmes Beach, FL
Fishes for: GrouperTarponSnookSpeckled troutFlounder+7 more
Boat 24 ftContact checked Sep 2026 on annamariaboatcompany.com · Details
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Seafood Charters
Holmes Beach, FL
Fishes for: Red snapperMangrove snapperGoliath grouperBlackfin tunaGag grouper+12 more
Boat 34 ftUp to 6 peopleContact checked Sep 2026 on seafoodcharters.net · Details
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Lucky Strike Fishing Charters
Holmes Beach, FL
Fishes for: CobiaKing mackerelTarponSnookRedfish+10 more
Up to 6 peopleContact checked Sep 2026 on luckystrikefishingami.com · Details
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Anna Maria Sportfishing
Holmes Beach, FL
Fishes for: SheepsheadPompanoHogfishKing mackerelRedfish+14 more
Contact checked Sep 2026 on annamariasportfishing.com · Details
Deep sea fishing in Holmes Beach
4 of the 5 charters in Holmes Beach list offshore trips on their own websites.
Offshore fish you can keep in September
Red SnapperKeep one
GrouperKeep one
AmberjackKeep one
King MackerelKeep one
Mahi-MahiKeep one
TunaKeep one
SailfishLegal with size and permit rules
MarlinLegal with size and permit rules
CobiaKeep one
State or federal water
Florida state waters in the Gulf run from shore to 9 miles out; beyond that is federal water. Which side of that line you fish on can change the season and the limits.
Federally permitted boats
Aboard a charter with a federal Gulf reef fish permit, the federal season applies to red snapper, gag grouper and amberjack, even inside state waters. Ask whether the boat is federally permitted.
Harvest status is September's rule for Holmes Beach from FWC and NOAA Fisheries; state-waters distances are FWC's. Tap a fish for dates, sizes and limits.
Fishing trips in Holmes Beach by type
Counted from what each charter lists on its own website.
Inshore and bay fishing in Holmes Beach
4 charters list inshore trips, in the bays, back-waters and shallows closer to shore. Among them: AMI Charters, Anna Maria Boat Company, Seafood Charters, Lucky Strike Fishing Charters.
Half-day and full-day fishing trips
3 charters list half-day trips. Trip lengths vary by boat, so ask the captain exactly how many hours are on the water.
Family fishing charters in Holmes Beach
4 charters mention kids or families on their websites. Ask the captain about life jackets in children's sizes and how long the trip runs.
Planning a trip to Holmes Beach
Check tides for your dates, see what each month is usually like, and see the closest airports.
Tides on your fishing day
NOAA tide predictions for Anna Maria Key, Bradenton Beach.
Typical conditions by month
- Warmest water: May to September
- Fewest rainy days: November and April
- Coolest water: January, around 62°F
- Warmest air: August, highs near 92°F
Closest airports
With airline service
- SRQSarasota/Bradenton International 13 miles away
- PIESt. Pete-Clearwater International 28 miles away
Local public airports
- 48XManatee 15 miles away
- SPGAlbert Whitted 18 miles away
- CLWClearwater Executive 32 miles away
Straight-line miles from the centre of Holmes Beach.
See the month-by-month averages
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Sunset | 5:58 PM | 6:22 PM | 7:39 PM | 7:56 PM | 8:13 PM | 8:28 PM | 8:28 PM | 8:09 PM | 7:36 PM | 7:02 PM | 5:39 PM | 5:38 PM |
| Water | 62° | 66° | 72° | 76° | 83° | 86° | 89° | 88° | 86° | 79° | 72° | 67° |
| Air (high) | 72° | 75° | 78° | 82° | 88° | 90° | 91° | 92° | 90° | 86° | 80° | 75° |
| Rainy days | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
Water temperature: NOAA Port Manatee station (13 miles away), 2021-2025 averages. Air temperature and rainy days: NOAA 1991-2020 normals, SARASOTA BRADENTON AP. A rainy day has 0.1 inch of rain or more. Tides: NOAA predictions for Anna Maria Key, Bradenton Beach. Sunrise and sunset: Calculated for Holmes Beach, 15th of each month. Airports: FAA airport registry for public-use airports and their locations, FAA CY2024 passenger boardings for which have airline service, town centre from the Census 2024 gazetteer, Holmes Beach city.
Questions about fishing charters in Holmes Beach
How many fishing charters are in Holmes Beach?
This page lists 5 fishing charters in Holmes Beach, Florida, each with a phone number and website checked on the charter's own site.
When is the water warmest near Holmes Beach?
May through September, when the nearest NOAA station averages 83–89°F. It's coolest in January, around 62°F.
How many deep sea fishing charters are in Holmes Beach?
4 of the 5 charters listed in Holmes Beach say on their websites that they run offshore (deep sea) trips. 4 run inshore and bay trips.
What deep sea fish can I keep in Holmes Beach in September?
Under Florida's rules you can keep red snapper, grouper, amberjack, king mackerel, mahi-mahi, tuna and cobia. Sailfish and marlin can legally be kept, but only within strict rules: Sailfish must measure 63 inches, lower jaw to fork, and in federal waters the boat needs a federal HMS permit. Blue marlin must measure 99 inches and white marlin 66 inches, lower jaw to fork, and the boat needs a federal HMS permit. Seasons change, so check each fish page or ask the captain before you keep one.
Where do state waters end off Holmes Beach?
Florida state waters in the Gulf run from shore to 9 miles out; beyond that is federal water. Federal seasons and limits apply beyond it, and for some fish they also apply to federally permitted charter boats inside state waters.
How do I book a charter in Holmes Beach?
Call the captain or use their website. CharterFishingBoat doesn't take bookings or payments, and there's no fee to use the directory.
What should I ask the captain?
Ask what the trip includes, how long it lasts, how many people can come, what you're likely to catch that time of year, and the cancellation policy if the weather turns.
What airports are closest to Holmes Beach?
The closest airports with airline service are Sarasota/Bradenton International (SRQ), 13 miles away and St. Pete-Clearwater International (PIE), 28 miles away. Local public airports nearby: Manatee (48X), 15 miles away, Albert Whitted (SPG), 18 miles away and Clearwater Executive (CLW), 32 miles away. Distances are straight-line miles from the centre of town.
Are there family-friendly fishing charters in Holmes Beach?
4 charters in Holmes Beach mention kids or families on their websites. Ask the captain about children's life jackets, trip length and whether there's a restroom on board.
What you can keep out of Holmes Beach in September
Harvest rules for the fish these charters name, under the seasons FWC and NOAA Fisheries list for 2026. Being open is not the same as being in season to catch.
You can keep one
Amberjack
Black Grouper
Blue Marlin
Cobia
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Grouper
Hogfish
King Mackerel
Mahi-Mahi
Mangrove Snapper
MarlinLegal with size and permit rules
Permit
Red Grouper
Red Snapper
Redfish
SailfishLegal with size and permit rules
Sheepshead
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Tuna
Harvest closed this month
Catch and release only
Seasons change, sometimes mid-season. Each fish links to its own page with the dates, sizes and limits, and the agency they came from. Confirm with your captain before keeping anything.
What these charters fish for
Counted from what each charter lists on its own website. Open each for the season and limits.
Charters near Holmes Beach
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