Fishing Information & Beachfront Rentals in South Walton Beach, FL

Nearly surrounded by water, the Beaches of South Walton provide the perfect setting for both freshwater and saltwater fishing, with 17 fresh and saltwater lakes, the Choctawhatchee Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. With so many options, our slice of Northwest Florida is a dream destination for the fisherman of every skill level in your group.Surf Fishing can be done anywhere along the 26-miles of beaches in South Walton and is most productive from April through November. From the shore, the most popular catches are Pompano, Spanish Mackerel, Trout, Red Fish and Bluefish. Fish behind your vacation rental or at one of our state parks.Bottom Fishing and Offshore Fishing refer to fishing from a boat in the Gulf of Mexico. Whether you fish over wrecks or reefs from 40-180 feet or venture further offshore from 25 miles or further out, the catch here are some of the best. The waters off South Walton are home to Grouper, Snapper, Trigger Fish, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, King Mackerel, Wahoo, Sailfish, Blue Marlin and White Marlin, to name a few. If you do not bring a boat, do not worry, the Beaches and nearby Destin, Florida have the best fishing charters available.

	BackBay Fishing Bay fishing at its best. Specializing in light tackle, inshore, shallow water fishing, we offer fun for the whole family so bring the kids. Fly Fishing available. We can accommodate business or group charters. The only thing you need to bring is food & drink. Everything else is included. Consistent winner in the Destin Fishing Rodeo. Captain Brandon Wright, BackBay Fishing. 850.200.5842 Southern Resorts guests receive Southern Perks from BackBay Fishing
	Salty Jig Come aboard the Salty Jig and have a fantastic time fishing in the Gulf or Bay.  850.259.2900 Southern Resorts guests receive Southern Perks from Salty Jig
	Only Way Fishing Charters Come fishing inshore or offshore with Captain Curt for Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Snapper and much more.  850.582.4384 Southern Resorts guests receive Southern Perks from Only Way

Other Fishing options in South Walton…

Angry Fish Charter – Bring your happy crew and spend a half or full day with us fishing! We’ll provide ice, boat, all tackle, bait, fuel and, oh yes, someone to run the boat. We’ll even clean the fish. 850.699.2771 or 850.622.0611.

Harborwalk Marina – Located at the foot of the Destin Bridge, they maintain a full service marina and transient slip rentals with yacht facilities. Climb aboard the Swoop, Destin’s newest party and Fishing Boat. 850.337.8250

Wetland Wilderness Adventures, Inc. – 850.534.0107 or 850.865.0333