Nearshore — Year-round

Shallow-water grouper.

Hard-fighting grouper on the ledges, rock piles, and reefs just off the coast — without the long offshore run.

01 The Trip

Big grouper, short run.

Enjoy some of Florida's most exciting nearshore fishing without the long offshore run. These trips target hard-fighting grouper around natural limestone ledges, rock piles, and reef structure just off Florida's Nature Coast — all from our bay boat. For something different, we also offer the chance to fly fish for grouper around shallow structure, an aggressive and unique way to target one of Florida's toughest fish.

Our bay boat comfortably fishes up to 2 guests, making it the perfect trip for a pair of friends or a parent and child. When conditions allow, we'll fish anywhere from 6 to 25 feet of water, moving between shallow structure, hard bottom, and nearshore reefs to stay on the best bite.

Target species
Gag GrouperRed GrouperHogfishMangrove SnapperBlack Sea Bass
Starting at
$900
Per day · up to 2 guests

Full-day nearshore grouper trip from our bay boat, out of Homosassa. A deposit holds your date — check availability on the booking form.

02 Included

What’s in the price.

Everything you need for the day is already aboard.

01

Bay boat, fully rigged

Comfortable, capable bay boat set up to fish shallow structure and nearshore reefs — up to 2 guests.

02

Spin or fly

Chase grouper on conventional tackle, or take on the challenge of fly fishing for grouper around shallow structure.

03

Ice, tackle, bait & cleaning

Rods, reels, tackle, bait, ice, and your Florida license included, plus full catch cleaning & filleting at the dock.

04 On the Water

A few from the logbook.

Real trips, real fish — no stock photos.

05 FAQ

Common questions.

Anything else? Call or text the captain.

Do I need a fishing license?
No — your Florida saltwater fishing license is included for every angler on the boat.
Where do we meet?
MacRae's of Homosassa, 5300 S Cherokee Way. If we're launching elsewhere, your guide will contact you with details — at the latest, the day before your trip.
What should I bring?
A hat, polarized sunglasses, and non-spray sunscreen, plus comfortable clothes and any snacks or drinks. We provide water and ice. Dress in layers — the Nature Coast keeps you on your toes.
Can I keep my catch?
Within legal limits and season, yes — we clean and fillet it for you. We practice conservation-minded catch and release on tarpon and oversized fish.

Ready to set the hook? Let's get you on the water.