Clearwater Bay
Apache Trout • Flounder • Snook and 1 more species
Clearwater Bay is a popular fishing spot in Florida, known for its abundant variety of fish species including redfish, snook, trout, flounder, and tarpon. The area is also home to several fishing charters and guides that offer trips for anglers of all levels. Nearby, visitors can enjoy a range of activities including boating, kayaking, and beachcombing. Fishing in the early morning or late afternoon is recommended, and live bait is often the best choice for catching larger fish. The best time to visit Clearwater Bay is from March to May when temperatures average around 75-85°F. Get driving directions.
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Fish Species
Apache Trout
The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.
Flounder
The flounder is a rapid swimmer and a good light-tackle game fish. It is the most important flatfish of the ...
Snook
Snook are very distinctive and it would be difficult to confuse them with any other fishes.
Tarpon
The tarpon was one of the first saltwater species to be declared a game fish.
Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
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Withlacoochee River Nr Holder | 569 cfs / 1.89 ft |
Withlacoochee River Nr Inverness | 401 cfs / 22.41 ft |
Withlacoochee R Bypass Channel Nr Inglis Fla | 1,210 cfs / 27.22 ft |
Rainbow Springs Near Dunnellon | 659 cfs / 3.91 ft |
Saragassa Canal At Crystal River Fl | 129 cfs / 0.37 ft |
Rainbow River Near Dunnellon | 597 cfs / 5.86 ft |