September through November is the best times of the year!

Fall is widely considered one of the best times of the year to target redfish because cooler water temperatures trigger aggressive feeding behavior. As summer heat begins to fade, redfish feed heavily in preparation for winter and often gather into large schools in shallow water.

Throughout the fall months, anglers frequently find redfish cruising grass flats, feeding along mangrove shorelines, and tailing in shallow water during moving tides. The combination of comfortable weather, reduced fishing pressure, and abundant bait creates excellent opportunities for both sight fishing and steady action on light tackle.

Fall also offers some of the year's best shallow-water sight fishing conditions, allowing anglers to visually locate and cast to individual fish or schools of redfish in clear water. Whether you're an experienced angler or a first-time fisherman, fall consistently produces some of the most exciting and productive redfish fishing of the entire year.

The best way to catch redfish in our area depends on conditions, but both artificial lures and live bait can be very effective when matched to where the fish are feeding.

For anglers who enjoy a more active approach, artificial lures like soft plastics, paddle tails, and jerk baits work well when redfish are feeding along flats, edges, and potholes. This style allows you to cover water, target specific fish, and adjust quickly as conditions change.

Live bait such as shrimp, pinfish, or greenbacks are one of the most consistent methods, especially when fish are holding tight to structure or not actively chasing lures. It’s a great option for producing steady action across a wide range of conditions.

For beginners or anyone looking for a simpler approach, popping cork rigs and cut bait are very effective. A popping cork helps draw fish in and keeps the bait in the strike zone, while cut bait can be a great way to target larger redfish that are feeding along the bottom.

No matter the method, success comes down to fishing the right areas at the right time — focusing on moving water, current edges, and areas where redfish are actively feeding.

Inshore fishing charters in the Tarpon Springs area are ideal for beginners because they offer steady action in calmer waters. Targeting redfish provides plenty of opportunities to catch fish, while light tackle keeps the experience fun and engaging for all skill levels.

 During the fall months, redfish are commonly found along shallow grass flats, mangrove shorelines, oyster bars, and tidal creeks throughout St. Joseph Sound and surrounding Gulf Coast waters. Cooler temperatures and abundant bait often push fish into shallow water, creating excellent opportunities for both sight fishing and live bait fishing. 

Trips are priced by hour starting at $400 for 2 hours. Our most popular trip for first timers is the 4 hour inshore charter at $600. All trips are customizable to your skill level, available time and what you want to do. See all our trips here.