MADEIRA BEACH FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Ten Hours Offshore: All-Day Bottom Fishing Out of Madeira Beach
A definitive guide to Hubbard’s Marina 10-Hour All Day Fishing Trip—how the day unfolds, what you’ll catch, and the tackle and bait choices that make the trip productive.
Ten Hours Offshore: All-Day Bottom Fishing Out of Madeira Beach.
From Madeira Beach you’ll board for a full 10-hour excursion that pushes 15–25 miles offshore to fish 60–100 feet of water, with the captain choosing productive grounds to maximize action and opportunity.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Bluewater Runs to Productive Ledges
The trip cruises 15–25 miles from shore to offshore structure in 60–100 feet of water, with the captain directing the route at their discretion to locate the most cooperative fish.
A Mixed Bag — Snapper, Sea Bass and a Shot at Grouper
Expect a mix that typically includes grey snapper (grunts), porgies and black sea bass, with possibilities for red and gag grouper, mangrove and lane snapper, hogfish, vermilion snapper, triggerfish, mackerel and seasonal kingfish.
Bait and Tackle Protocols That Drive Success
Cut bait is provided at no extra charge; live pinfish and shrimp are available (fee and reservation options). Recommended tackle ranges from 40–80 lb test and sinkers/hooks sized for snapper up to keeper grouper.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The day is a long, purposeful push offshore: a morning departure from Madeira Beach, a transit to ledges and reefs 15–25 miles out, and a rhythm of short drifts and bottom drops in 60–100 feet where anglers trade line for the variety of species that inhabit those depths.
THE ROUTE
Bluewater Runs to Productive Ledges
The trip cruises 15–25 miles from shore to offshore structure in 60–100 feet of water, with the captain directing the route at their discretion to locate the most cooperative fish.
THE CATCH
A Mixed Bag — Snapper, Sea Bass and a Shot at Grouper
Expect a mix that typically includes grey snapper (grunts), porgies and black sea bass, with possibilities for red and gag grouper, mangrove and lane snapper, hogfish, vermilion snapper, triggerfish, mackerel and seasonal kingfish.
THE RIGS
Bait and Tackle Protocols That Drive Success
Cut bait is provided at no extra charge; live pinfish and shrimp are available (fee and reservation options). Recommended tackle ranges from 40–80 lb test and sinkers/hooks sized for snapper up to keeper grouper.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a 10-hour all-day trip; expect a full-day commitment including transit time to fishing grounds 15–25 miles offshore.
Bring weather-appropriate layers, sun protection, non-marring footwear and any personal sea-sickness remedies; the operator supplies cut bait and has a communal live-bait well onboard.
Recommended tackle: 60–80 lb test with 6 oz sinker and 6/0–7/0 hook for grouper; 40–50 lb test with 4 oz sinker and 4/0–5/0 hook for snapper and hogfish. Cut bait is provided free; live pinfish and shrimp are available for purchase or reservation.
Trips depart from Madeira Beach, FL—confirm exact boarding location and time with Hubbard’s Marina when you book.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The outing is a 10-hour all-day trip.
How far offshore do you fish?
The boat cruises approximately 15–25 miles offshore to fish in 60–100 feet of water, with the captain selecting productive grounds.
What species are commonly caught?
Typical catches include grey snapper (grunts), porgies and black sea bass, with possibilities for red and gag grouper, mangrove and lane snapper, hogfish, vermillion snapper, triggerfish, mackerel and seasonal kingfish.
Is bait provided or do I need to bring my own?
Cut bait (sardines and squid) is provided on board at no extra charge; live pinfish and live shrimp are available for purchase or by advance reservation for an additional fee.
What tackle should I use?
Recommended tackle ranges from 40–50 lb test for snapper and hogfish (with 4 oz sinkers and 4/0–5/0 hooks) up to 60–80 lb test for keeper grouper (with 6 oz sinkers and 6/0–7/0 hooks); appropriate reel sizes are 4000–5000 series spinning reels for smaller fish and 6.0t reels with 60 lb mainline for bigger grouper.
Are live bait wells available on the boat?
Yes — there is a communal live bait well on board.