As you arrive in Destin, Florida, you’ll pass a sign that says, “Welcome to Destin, The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village.” This beautiful seaside escape is considered the “luckiest” fishing village thanks to its harbors with over 125 vessels for locals and visitors to try their hand at deep sea fishing. With access to a variety of depths and unique coastlines, Destin is a slice of heaven for those who love to fish!
Whatever your fish preference; chances are you’ll find it here! Destin features the widest variety of catches in the Florida Gulf with the most popular catches being Cobia, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Red Snapper and Grouper. The best part is you can take your catches home and prepare it yourself or have one of the local chefs serve it up!
So, now that we’ve got you “hooked”, here are our top picks for some of the best inshore and offshore fishing spots in Destin:
Okaloosa Island Pier
1030 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Destin’s fishing pier stretches out over 1,200 feet into the Gulf, giving you the chance to land some prized fish, even a Sailfish was caught here.
Navarre Beach Pier
8579 Gulf Blvd, Navarre, FL 32566
This is Fort Walton Beach’s fishing pier and was renovated in 2010 to provide more space for more anglers to get their fill of Gulf fish.
East Pass Jetties
The place to be for fishing from shore. Beware of the drops between the rocks as you cast away for some inshore and nearshore beauties.
100-Fathom Curve
Just 10–12 miles offshore, you’ll find waters as deep as 600 feet, giving you the chance to land monster Groupers, Snappers, Mahi Mahi, Cobia, and more.
“The Edge”
Leave America behind and discover the riches of the deep water beyond the continental shelf. This is where your big game fishing takes place, with the prospect of Wahoo, Tuna, Marlin, and more.
Now, grab your fishing pole and tackle box and you should be all set for your Destin fishing adventure. Explore the sandy white beaches, dazzling green waters, and incredible fishery of the Emerald Coast, and you’ll have a fishing adventure like no other. Come and see why this small town has earned the title of “The Luckiest Fishing Village in the World!”
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