Tripletail Fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida
Tripletail are an unusual and exciting species found floating around debris, buoys, and markers in the warm waters off Panama City Beach. Their odd appearance and floating behavior make them an ideal sight-fishing target inshore and offshore.
Where to Catch Tripletail
In the Panama City Beach area, tripletail are usually found:
Near crab trap buoys and floating debris
Along channel markers and navigational buoys
Sometimes drifting near weed lines offshore
Sight casting to floating fish is the most effective technique.
Best Time to Fish for Tripletail
| Season | Tripletail Activity |
|---|---|
| Spring | Action begins as temperatures rise |
| Summer | Excellent sight-fishing around surface structure |
| Fall | Still good fishing into October |
Peak Season: June through September
Tackle & Tips
Lures: Small jigs or soft plastics
Bait: Live shrimp or small baitfish
Leaders: 20–30 lb fluorocarbon
Technique: Cast directly to the fish and let the bait drift naturally near the surface
