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Expert-Guided 4hr Inshore Fishing in Panama City

  • Published Date: July 17, 2025
  • Fishing
  • Panama City, FL
  • $700 - $1,200 price range
  • Updated Date: September 18, 2025

Summary

Get ready for an action-packed 4-hour fishing trip in Panama City Beach! Whether you're an early bird or prefer afternoons, Capt. Alan's got you covered. We'll hit the inshore hotspots where Redfish and Trout are biting. Using light tackle and a mix of artificial and live bait, you'll have a blast reeling in these prized game fish. Don't worry if you're new to fishing – the captain will share his local knowledge and give you tips to improve your technique. This trip is perfect for families or groups of friends, with room for up to 4 guests. As we cruise the beautiful coastal waters, keep an eye out for dolphins and other marine life. The scenery alone is worth the trip, but the non-stop fishing action is what you'll really remember. Bring your camera, sunscreen, and get ready for a great day on the water with Fish Now PCB!
Expert-Guided 4hr Inshore Fishing in Panama City

Reels and Rods

Red Snapper and Summer Flounder caught deep sea fishing at Pier 98 Marina

Blasted today with a variety of techniques at Pier 98 Marina!

Reel in Reds and Trout on PCB's Inshore Waters

Ready for some of the best inshore fishing Panama City Beach has to offer? Hop aboard with Fish Now PCB for a half-day adventure that'll have you hooked from the start. Whether you're an early bird or prefer an afternoon on the water, we've got you covered with morning and afternoon trips targeting prized gamefish like redfish and sea trout. With light tackle in hand and Capt. Alan's expert guidance, you'll be casting into hotspots and feeling the thrill of the bite in no time. This 4-hour trip is perfect for anglers of all skill levels, so grab the family and let's hit the flats!

What to Expect on the Water

As soon as you step onto our top-notch boat, you'll know you're in for a treat. We'll cruise out to some of PCB's most productive inshore waters, where Capt. Alan will put his years of local knowledge to work. You'll be using a mix of artificial lures and live bait, depending on what's working best that day. Don't worry if you're new to this style of fishing – Capt. Alan's got plenty of tips and tricks up his sleeve to help you land that trophy catch. And with a max of 4 guests, you'll get plenty of one-on-one attention. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins, ospreys, and other coastal wildlife as we navigate the scenic bays and backwaters.

Gear Up for Inshore Action

We provide all the quality gear you'll need, from rods and reels to bait and tackle. You'll be using light to medium spinning setups, perfect for feeling every nibble and putting up a good fight with those feisty reds and trout. We might throw some soft plastics, jigs, or topwater lures, or switch to live shrimp or finger mullet if that's what's getting the fish fired up. Capt. Alan's always got a few secret weapons in his arsenal, so be ready to learn some local techniques that'll up your inshore game. And don't forget your camera – these crystal-clear waters and golden marsh grass make for some killer fishing photos.

What Anglers Are Saying

"I've been out with fish now PCB on a few different trips. Always had fun and caught fish. Super nice boat and equipment. Alan Culpepper the guide does a great job finding fish and is very courteous. Tight lines 🙂👍" - Brett "We had a great day of fishing with Captain Alan. Everyone caught something and he took such great care of everyone on board! Highly recommend!!!" - Tim "Best fishing guide in PCB! Alan was amazing and put us on the fish immediately. Highly recommend 10/10 for our family." - Eric

Species You'll Want to Hook

Redfish: These copper-colored bruisers are the crown jewels of inshore fishing in PCB. Known for their powerful runs and distinctive black spot near the tail, redfish (also called red drum) love to cruise the shallows and grass flats. They'll readily take artificial lures or live bait, and put up a heck of a fight on light tackle. Fall is prime time for big bull reds, but we catch them year-round in various sizes. There's nothing quite like watching a redfish tail in shallow water or seeing your line zip off when one slams your bait.

Sea Trout: Also known as speckled trout, these spotted predators are a blast to catch and even better to eat. They've got a soft mouth, so finesse is key when fighting them. Sea trout love to hang around oyster bars, grass flats, and deeper holes, often striking topwater lures with explosive surface hits. We catch them year-round, but the bigger gator trout tend to show up in cooler months. Their delicate white flesh makes them a favorite for the dinner table, so be sure to keep a few if you're planning a fish fry.

Time to Book Your Spot

Look, if you're itching for some rod-bending action without having to venture offshore, this trip is your ticket. With Capt. Alan's expertise, top-notch gear, and Panama City Beach's rich inshore waters, you're in for a fishing experience that'll have you grinning from ear to ear. Whether you're looking to introduce the kids to fishing or just want to escape the beach crowds for a few hours, our half-day inshore trips deliver the goods. Spots fill up fast, especially during peak seasons, so don't wait to lock in your date. Give us a call or book online today, and get ready to make some waves (and maybe break some personal records) on the flats of PCB. Trust me, once you feel that first tug on the line, you'll be hooked for life!

Customer Reviews

Fish On Every Trip

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I've been out with fish now PCB on a few different trips. Always had fun and caught fish. Super nice boat and equipment. Alan Culpepper the guide does a great job finding fish and is very courteous. Tight lines 🙂👍

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Brett Waldrop

June 21, 2025

Catch Guaranteed

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We had a great day of fishing with Captain Alan. Everyone caught something and he took such great care of everyone on board! Highly recommend!!!

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Tim Benson

June 8, 2025

PCB Top Fish Finder

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Best fishing guide in PCB! Alan was amazing and put us on the fish immediately. Highly recommend 10/10 for our family.

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Eric Bailey

April 1, 2025

Learn more about the species

Redfish

Redfish are one of our most popular inshore species here in Panama City Beach. These copper-colored beauties usually run 20-30 inches in the shallows, but can get much bigger offshore. You'll find them tailing in skinny water as shallow as 1-2 feet deep, often around oyster bars, grass flats, and mangroves. Fall is prime time as they school up, but you can catch them year-round. Anglers love redfish for their hard-pulling fights and excellent table fare. To hook one, try sight-casting with a gold spoon or scented soft plastic - redfish are suckers for both. Work it slowly along the bottom and hang on when they hit. Here's a local tip: on low tides, look for "pushes" of water as redfish cruise the flats. Cast ahead of them and you're in for some heart-pounding action.

Redfish

Sea Trout

Sea trout, also called speckled trout, are a popular target here in Panama City Beach. These fish typically run 14-24 inches and put up a great fight on light tackle. You'll find them in grass flats and shallow waters, especially at night. They love to hang around structure and ambush prey. Spring and fall are prime seasons, but you can catch them year-round. Anglers enjoy sea trout for their aggressive strikes and tasty white meat. To land one, try working a soft plastic shrimp imitation slowly along the bottom - sea trout can't resist it. Just remember not to set the hook too hard, as they have soft mouths. Whether you're after a fun fight or a delicious dinner, sea trout deliver. And here's a local tip: on calm mornings, look for swirls on the surface - that's often sea trout chasing bait.

Sea Trout

About the Blazer Bay

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Vehicle Guest Capacity: 4

Manufacturer Name: Yamaha

Maximum Cruising Speed: 30

Number of Engines: 1

Horsepower per Engine: 300

Ready for some serious inshore action in Panama City Beach? Hop aboard for a half-day fishing trip that'll have you hooked! We're talking 4 hours of non-stop angling fun, targeting big-name catches like Redfish and Sea Trout. Capt. Alan knows these waters like the back of his hand and will put you right on the fish. Light tackle and a mix of live and artificial bait mean you'll be in for a real fight when you hook up. Morning or afternoon, the choice is yours - either way, you're in for some quality time on the water. Bring the whole crew (up to 4 guests) for a day of reeling in memories. With Capt. Alan's expert guidance and local knowledge, even fishing newbies will be catching like pros in no time. So grab your hat and sunscreen, and let's hit the inshore hotspots of Panama City Beach!
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