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Summer Offshore Fishing Charters from Port Canaveral: Mahi, Kings and Cobia with Cocoa Beach Sportfishing

6/15/2025

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Summer Offshore Fishing Adventures with Cocoa Beach Sportfishing from Port CanaveralSummer offshore fishing from Port Canaveral offers some of the most exciting and productive fishing opportunities along Florida's Atlantic Coast, and Cocoa Beach Sportfishing delivers the ultimate experience with two exceptional vessels designed for comfort and success. When the summer heat builds along the coastline, the cool ocean breezes and incredible fishing action await just miles offshore, where the Gulf Stream's nutrient-rich waters create a marine paradise teeming with gamefish.

The summer months bring optimal conditions for offshore fishing from Port Canaveral, with calm seas, long days, and an abundance of baitfish that attracts some of the ocean's most prized species. The Gulf Stream's close proximity to our home port means shorter runs to productive fishing grounds, maximizing your time with lines in the water rather than traveling to the action.

Mahi-mahi fishing reaches its peak during the summer months, and these acrobatic fighters provide non-stop action that makes every trip memorable. These colorful dolphins school up around floating debris, weed lines, and structure, often providing multiple hookups that keep the entire crew busy. The summer mahi bite typically starts strong in the morning and continues throughout the day, with fish ranging from schoolie-sized dolphins to bull mahi exceeding 30 pounds.

King mackerel fishing explodes during the summer, with these lightning-fast predators patrolling the nearshore and offshore waters in impressive numbers. Trolling along the reef line and temperature breaks consistently produces kings, while live bait fishing around structure can yield trophy-sized fish that test both angler skill and tackle. The summer months offer the best opportunity to target large king mackerel, with fish over 40 pounds not uncommon.

Cobia fishing adds another exciting dimension to summer offshore charters. These curious fish often approach the boat, mistaking it for a shark or ray, providing thrilling sight fishing opportunities. Summer is prime time for cobia fishing, with large fish cruising the offshore waters and readily taking both live and artificial baits.

Blackfin tuna provide fast-paced action throughout the summer months, with schools of these hard-fighting fish offering multiple hookups during successful trips. These smaller tunas are excellent table fare and provide exciting light tackle action that appeals to anglers of all experience levels.

Various snapper species, including vermillion snapper, lane snapper, and occasional yellowtail snapper, provide excellent bottom fishing opportunities during summer offshore trips. These tasty fish ensure that your cooler returns home full of delicious fillets for the dinner table.

Grouper fishing, when regulations allow, offers the chance to battle these powerful bottom dwellers around offshore structure and artificial reefs. The summer months can produce gag grouper, red grouper, and other species that provide excellent sport and table fare.

The "CENTERFOLD," our sleek 33' Topaz custom sportfishing yacht, delivers the perfect combination of speed and comfort for summer offshore adventures. Twin Volvo diesels provide the power to reach fishing grounds quickly while maintaining fuel efficiency. The covered seating area offers welcome shade during the heat of summer days, while the spacious cockpit provides ample room for fighting fish and moving around during the action. The full interior salon offers air-conditioned comfort for those between-bite breaks, making longer offshore trips comfortable even during the warmest summer days.

For those seeking the ultimate in luxury and comfort, "CRUDE INTENTIONS" provides an unmatched offshore fishing experience. This magnificent 51' Willis Carolina-style sportfisher features the famous 17' flare that delivers a dry, smooth ride even in choppy summer seas. The massive cockpit offers plenty of space for multiple anglers to fish comfortably, while the fully renovated, air-conditioned salon complete with large screen TV provides a comfortable retreat from the summer sun.

Both vessels are equipped with the latest fishing electronics, safety equipment, and everything needed for successful offshore fishing adventures. Our experienced captains know these waters intimately, understanding the seasonal patterns, current breaks, and structure that hold summer gamefish.

Full day offshore charters maximize your time on the fishing grounds, allowing for exploration of multiple fishing areas and the best opportunities to encounter a variety of species. Half day trips offer excellent fishing opportunities for those with limited time or those new to offshore fishing, while still providing access to prime fishing grounds just a short run from Port Canaveral.

Every charter includes all necessary bait, tackle, and fishing licenses, ensuring your trip is hassle-free from start to finish. Our professional fish cleaning service means you'll go home with properly filleted fish ready for the table, allowing you to focus on the fishing experience rather than the cleanup.

Summer offshore fishing from Port Canaveral with Cocoa Beach Sportfishing offers the perfect combination of exciting fishing, comfortable vessels, and professional service. Whether you're targeting mahi-mahi, king mackerel, cobia, or any of the other species that frequent these productive waters, our summer offshore charters deliver unforgettable experiences for anglers of all skill levels.

Book your summer offshore fishing adventure today and discover why Port Canaveral ranks among Florida's premier offshore fishing destinations. The action is waiting just beyond the horizon!

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Summer Deep Sea Fishing Charters: Top Species to Target Off Cocoa Beach & Port Canaveral

6/6/2025

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Summer Deep Sea Fishing Charters: What You Can Catch Off Cocoa BeachSummer is prime time for offshore deep sea fishing charters, and Cocoa Beach Sportfishing offers anglers the opportunity to experience some of Florida's most exciting saltwater fishing. When you book a fishing charter with us during the summer months, you're setting yourself up for an unforgettable adventure targeting some of the Atlantic's most prized game fish.

No summer fishing charter off Cocoa Beach is complete without targeting the vibrant mahi-mahi. These acrobatic fighters are abundant in our offshore waters from May through September, making every fishing charter an exciting pursuit of these colorful dolphins. Mahi-mahi are known for their spectacular jumps and aggressive strikes, providing non-stop action that makes any fishing charter memorable.

Summer fishing charters consistently produce excellent king mackerel fishing. These torpedo-shaped speedsters patrol the edges of the Gulf Stream, and our experienced captains know exactly where to find them. A summer fishing charter targeting kings often results in screaming reels and bent rods as these powerful fish make blistering runs.

Cobia fishing peaks during summer months, and these curious fish often approach the boat during a fishing charter, mistaking it for a shark or ray. Our fishing charter captains are experts at sight-fishing for cobia, making for an exciting visual fishing experience that adds another dimension to your deep sea fishing charter.

Summer fishing charters targeting structure and wrecks consistently produce hefty amberjack. These powerful bottom dwellers test both angler skill and tackle during any fishing charter, providing the kind of fight that leaves lasting memories. A successful amberjack fishing charter requires strength, patience, and determination.

Red snapper, vermillion snapper, and lane snapper are all excellent targets during summer fishing charters. These tasty bottom fish ensure that your fishing charter provides not just excitement, but also a delicious dinner. Our fishing charter crew can clean and fillet your catch, making your deep sea fishing charter a complete experience.

Summer fishing charters often encounter various grouper species around artificial reefs and natural bottom structure. Gag grouper, red grouper, and black grouper all provide excellent sport fishing opportunities during a deep sea fishing charter, though regulations vary by species and season.

Fast-moving blackfin tuna add excitement to any summer fishing charter. These smaller cousins of the yellowfin tuna school up in good numbers during summer months, often providing multiple hookups during a single fishing charter outing.

Our experienced fishing charter captains know these waters intimately, maximizing your chances of success during your deep sea fishing charter. We provide all necessary tackle, bait, and fishing licenses, ensuring your fishing charter experience is hassle-free from start to finish.

Every fishing charter with Cocoa Beach Sportfishing is tailored to current conditions and your group's preferences. Whether you're interested in a half-day fishing charter or a full-day deep sea adventure, we'll customize your fishing charter experience to target the species you're most excited about catching.

Book your summer deep sea fishing charter with Cocoa Beach Sportfishing today and discover why our fishing charters consistently produce outstanding results. Your next fishing charter adventure awaits in the productive waters off Florida's Space Coast.

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Mid-Spring Offshore Action Heating Up Around Port Canaveral!

4/23/2025

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This past week delivered exactly why anglers travel from across the country to fish our waters this time of year. The Cocoa Beach Sportfishing team ventured offshore where we connected with schools of mahi-mahi hovering around scattered weedlines and debris. The real highlight came when we located a school of yellowfin tuna feeding aggressively!

April through June represents prime time for our offshore waters as warming Gulf Stream currents push baitfish migrations closer to the Central Florida coastline. This seasonal phenomenon creates the perfect environment for pelagic predators including mahi, tuna, wahoo, and even billfish to follow.

The oceanographic conditions are currently ideal with clean blue water, defined temperature breaks, and consistent east winds helping form productive weedlines. These factors combine to create what's often our most productive offshore season of the year.

With the bite in full swing and optimal conditions expected to continue through May, now is the perfect time to book your offshore adventure. Our calendar is filling quickly with anglers looking to take advantage of this seasonal opportunity.

Contact Cocoa Beach Sportfishing today to reserve your dates and experience the offshore action that makes our Port Canaveral fishing grounds so legendary this time of year!

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Cape Canaveral Offshore Fishing Report

8/22/2018

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The second weekend of our 3 day Atlantic red snapper season with a limit every day and some nice kingfish as well.

Capt. Tim Sheridan
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Cape Canaveral Offshore Fishing Report

6/5/2018

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King fish bite is heating up again. Grouper and amberjacks are bitting as well. Weather is perfect. Time of year were you can have a huge variety of fish in the box. 

Capt. Beau Sheridan
Www.cbsportfishing.com
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Otherside Yellowfin Tuna Fishing with CB Sportfishing Charters

4/21/2018

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The tuna trip was a trip to remember. The seas were perfect. The birds are starting to show up on the bird packs nicely. There is tons of weed line to catch mahi in between the packs. This is a hard core fishing trip that you will not forget forget for the rest of your life. 

-Capt. Beau Sheridan
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Cape Canaveral Offshore Fishing Report

3/26/2018

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Catch of the day on "Centerfold". You can book this boat for 5 hours (half day) $700 or 8 hours (full day) $900. Your fishing charter on the "Centerfold" includes fuel, equipment, tackle, licenses and fish cleaning for up to 6 passengers.

The Centerfold has a fully covered seating area and a large cock pit for plenty of fishing room. It is outfitted with twin Volvo diesel motors. Below deck you will find a very large salon area with a full dinette, kitchen and a full bathroom.
Book online through our calendar: www.cbsportfishing.com

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Offshore Fishing Report Cocoa Beach

3/25/2018

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Catch of the day on "Crude Intentions" out of Cape Canaveral. Whether you're visiting for the day, vacationing for week or live here - we have several charter types to select from to accommodate your schedule and budget. This is a great idea for anglers of all experience levels! Book one of our boats today online: www.cbsportfishing.com

See why we are top rated on TripAdvisor!

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Saltwater Classic Tournament

3/12/2018

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17th Annual K92.3 Saltwater Classic

•Join us May 4th & 5th at Rusty's Seafood & Oyster Bar for Central Florida’s largest offshore fishing tournament with a chance to win thousands in cash payouts & raffle prizes!
•Grouper is back along with a guaranteed Big Fish category! This will be a year for the books with some never before seen raffle prizes!!!
•Sponsorship opportunities at all levels, including vendor booths, are available! Direct message or email for more details: cha[email protected]
•The official registration link will be posted on the K92.3 website once available!

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Offshore Fishing Charters Cocoa Beach

2/21/2018

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We look forward to getting you on the water soon! Both boats limited out on kingfish. All of our charters are family friendly for all experience levels.

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