PENSACOLA FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Trolling Offshore Pensacola: Fast-Action Game Fishing from the Pass
A 6-hour trolling trip from Southwind Marina that puts anglers on lines quickly to target Florida’s top offshore game fish.
Trolling Offshore Pensacola: Fast-Action Game Fishing from the Pass.
From Southwind Marina you head offshore for a concentrated trolling run aimed at Florida’s premier game fish. The format is straightforward: get lines out fast and work a spread of lures and ballyhoo to entice hard-hitting species such as king mackerel, mahi-mahi and wahoo over the course of the outing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Top Offshore Game Fish
The trip is built around hooking powerful pelagics — species specifically listed as targets include king and Spanish mackerel, mahi-mahi (dolphin), blackfin tuna, wahoo, amberjack and grouper.
A Variety of Trolling Rigs
Anglers troll with an assortment of tackle: lures, skirted ballyhoo and wire leaders are employed to tempt the predatory species named for the trip.
Southwind Marina — Closest Marina to the Pass
Departures begin at Southwind Marina, noted as the closest marina to the pass, allowing the boat to get lines in the water quickly for an action-oriented troll.
What the day feels like
What the Trip Feels Like
The outing is an energetic offshore troll: from a quick departure at Southwind Marina you run out to productive water, spread a mix of lures and ballyhoo, and work the spread for steady action. The focus is on continuous fishing pressure and opportunities at fast, hard-hitting fish throughout the six-hour outing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip is set up for — and limits to keep in mind.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a six-hour offshore trolling trip.
Expect trolling with lures, skirted ballyhoo and wire leaders; anglers should be prepared to fish with those rig types as used on the trip.
Departures originate from Southwind Marina, the launch location for the trip.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The outing is six hours in duration.
Where do we meet?
Meet at Southwind Marina for departure.
What species will we target?
The trip targets king and Spanish mackerel, mahi-mahi (dolphin), blackfin tuna, wahoo, amberjack and grouper.
What kinds of rigs are used?
Trolling employs a variety of rigs including lures, skirted ballyhoo and wire leaders.
Are there age or group size limits?
The trip allows children age 3 and up and accommodates up to six people.