Redfish Fishing near Tallahassee, Florida
Redfish are one of the most popular inshore species south of Tallahassee. The marshes, oyster bars, and grass flats near St. Marks, Panacea, and Apalachee Bay offer excellent year-round opportunities to target red drum on light tackle.
Where to Catch Redfish
In the Tallahassee area, redfish are commonly found:
Along oyster bars and grassy flats
Near creeks, points, and mangrove pockets
Tailing in shallow water or pushing wakes at high tide
Best results come with quiet, stealthy approaches
Best Time to Fish for Redfish
| Season | Redfish Activity |
|---|---|
| Spring | Great sight-fishing on shallow flats |
| Summer | Good action early and late in the day |
| Fall | Excellent for big schools inshore |
Peak Season: September through November
Tackle & Tips
Lures: Gold spoons, soft plastics, and weedless jerkbaits
Bait: Live shrimp, cut mullet, or pinfish
Leaders: 20–30 lb fluorocarbon
Technique: Cast to tailing fish or ambush zones during moving tides
