Mangrove Expeditions, South Florida Flats Fishing Expeditions

North America Fishing Trips: Florida Guides

BlackBone’s current North America collection focuses on Florida, with guided trips in the Everglades and Biscayne area. Compare the listed operations and choose a starting point based on your target species and fishing style.

Location: The United States of America
Species: Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, Kingfish, Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Peacock Bass, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass
Trip Type: Inshore, Offshore, Creeks, Rivers, Lakes

Lodges & guided trips

Explore the lodges and guides for this destination.

South Florida, USA

Bird Dog Fly Fishing

Guided day trips · Flats & backcountry

From $500 USD

per trip

Everglades, Florida, USA

Mangrove Expeditions

Guided day trips · Everglades backcountry

From $500 USD

per trip

Published season guide

Peak seasonRegular season

JanuaryRegular
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MarchRegular
AprilPeak
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OctoberPeak
NovemberRegular
DecemberRegular

Published seasonal guidance. Confirm your dates and target species with the planning team.

The fishing experience

Florida Fishing in the North America Collection

The United States offers one of the most diverse fishing landscapes in the world. From sight-fishing tarpon in the Florida Keys to battling salmon in remote Alaska and chasing giant tuna offshore, American waters deliver year-round opportunity across every style of angling. The current BlackBone collection shown here focuses on guided fishing in Florida. Explore each listed operation for its own fishing style and trip details.

Florida Fishing Seasons and Guide Options

READ MORE ON OUR TECHNICAL TIPS ABOUT FLY FISHING IN THE FLORIDA EVERGLADES

Target Species on Florida Fishing Trips

North America’s fisheries support an impressive variety of sportfish across both freshwater and saltwater environments. Along the coasts, anglers can pursue iconic species like tarpon, bonefish, permit, redfish, striped bass, and halibut, while offshore waters hold tuna, billfish, mahi mahi, and more. Inland, vast river systems and lakes offer opportunities for species such as salmon, trout, and bass, giving anglers a wide range of fishing experiences across the continent.

Accommodation Details

Well-run lodges, coastal fishing camps, and waterfront hotels across North America provide anglers with comfortable and convenient accommodations. Guests can expect excellent meals, secure gear storage, and easy access to boats and marinas, with professional staff focused on creating a smooth and memorable experience. In more remote regions, small fishing lodges and wilderness camps offer anglers the chance to escape into some of the continent’s most untouched waters.

Customized Fishing Trips

Every angler approaches a trip differently, which is why many destinations across North America offer fully customized fishing experiences. Whether you’re looking to target a specific species, explore a new fishery, or combine multiple techniques in a single trip, experienced guides and lodges can tailor each day on the water to match your goals and skill level.

Best Time to Visit

North America’s fisheries offer productive opportunities throughout the year, with each season bringing its own unique conditions and species. From winter tarpon and permit on southern flats to summer salmon runs in Alaska and fall migrations along the coasts, anglers can find exceptional fishing across the continent in nearly every season.

Local Guide Experience in Florida

Across North America, experienced guides bring years of local knowledge and time spent on the water. Understanding tides, seasonal migrations, and the unique characteristics of each fishery allows them to consistently put anglers in the right place at the right time. This expertise helps ensure every trip is both productive and memorable.

Why National Parks are so Special

North America’s national parks protect some of the most unique fishing environments in the world. From the vast wilderness of Alaska to the mangrove-lined waters of Everglades National Park and the coral reefs of Biscayne National Park, these protected areas offer anglers the chance to fish in truly remarkable landscapes. Strict conservation efforts help preserve these fisheries, ensuring they remain healthy for generations of anglers to come.

MANGROVE EXPEDITIONS

EVERGLADES NATIONAL PARK

Guide highlight

Capt. Quinton Destout is an up-and-coming guide out of Everglades National Park whose drive to learn and constantly push the boundaries of the fishery has allowed him to quickly make a name for himself. His dedication and time on the water translate into consistent opportunities for guests to find fish in one of the most unique environments in the world. If you’re looking for a memorable day navigating winding mangrove creeks and sight fishing the shallow backcountry, Mangrove Expeditions delivers an unforgettable Everglades experience.

January 20, 2026