Clearwater Beach is known for its soft sand and blue water, but the real adventure starts just off the coast. Tightlines Charter offers the top-rated inshore and nearshore fishing charters in Clearwater, Dunedin, and Tarpon Springs. Chase redfish, snook, trout, tarpon, and more with a friendly local captain who knows the flats, the tides, and where the fish are feeding. Perfect for families, beginners, and experienced anglers looking for a fun, laid-back day on the water.
I’m Captain Paul, a full-time Clearwater fishing guide who loves helping anglers catch redfish, snook, trout, tarpon, and more along the beautiful Gulf Coast. I’m laid back, and love sharing my lifelong passion for fishing with others! If you’re looking for a friendly guide who knows the Clearwater and Dunedin waters inside and out, come aboard — let’s bend some rods and make great memories.
Clearwater, Florida offers incredible fishing year-round, but planning your charter around seasonal patterns can help you target the species you want most. Here’s a quick guide to the best fishing seasons in Clearwater, Dunedin, and Tarpon Springs:
✔ Spring & Fall – Peak Inshore Fishing
Prime time for redfish, snook, and speckled trout on the flats, mangrove edges, and oyster bars. These seasons offer some of the most consistent inshore fishing of the year.
✔ Summer – Tarpon Migration & Beach Snook
Clearwater’s world-famous tarpon season runs May through July, bringing giant silver kings along the beaches. Big snook also stack up along the passes and shoreline.
✔ Winter – Clear Water & Trophy Sight-Fishing
Cooler temperatures bring outstanding sight-fishing for large redfish, plus a strong mix of sheepshead, snapper, mackerel, and other nearshore species.
Not sure when to book your Clearwater fishing charter? We’re happy to help you choose the perfect season based on the species you want to target.
Come fishing with Tightlines Carter. Our fishing trips in Clearwater and Tarpon Springs are perfect for families and experts!
OUR PRIMARY LOCATION - ANCLOTE RIVER PARK
1119 Baillies Bluff Road Holiday, FL 34691
Located at the mouth of the Anclote River and St. Josephs Sound. This location putts us immediately into the prime fishing zones. No long idle zones or delays, we get right to the fishing! Plenty of parking and we are right by Miss Vickis. A riverfront watering hole with that old Florida feel. Its the perfect spot to hang out before or after your trip. Cold beer, boiled peanuts and the best views on the river!
SEMINOLE BOAT RAMP - CLEARWATER BEACH
198 Seminole St, Clearwater, FL 33755
Staying in one of our amazing surrounding areas like Dunedin, St. Pete, Treasure Island or Clearwater Beach? Then we can meet closer to you. This ramp has tons of paid parking and multiple docks to safely get on and off the boat. This is a great area to fish with direct access to the Gulf and some great inshore fishing. Add an amazing fishing charter onto your next vacation to Florida's Suncoast!
TIGHTLINES CHARTER - FAMILY FRIENDLY TO EXPERT
Anclote River Park 1119 Baillies Bluff Rd, Holiday, FL 34691 - or - Seminole Boat Ramp 198 Seminole St, Clearwater, FL 33755
CALL OR TEXT US AT 727-435-1886
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