Night Lights Tarpon Fishing in Riviera Beach
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Private 5hour inshore fishing trip for two guestsEvening departure at 3:00 PM with stunning night lights viewsGuided by Reel Intense Fly Fishing in Palm Beach waters
Picture this: the sun's setting over Palm Beach County, the water's turning that perfect golden color, and you're heading out for what might be the best fishing trip of your life. Our Palm Beach Night Lights Trip isn't your typical morning charter – we're talking about a 5-hour adventure that starts at 3 PM and runs into the evening when tarpon fishing really heats up. With just you and one other angler on board, this private charter gives you the kind of personalized attention that makes all the difference when you're chasing silver kings.
This isn't some cookie-cutter fishing trip where you're fighting for rod space with a bunch of strangers. We keep it intimate with just 2 guests max, which means more shots at fish for you and plenty of room to work a tarpon when you hook up. Starting at 3 PM gives us the perfect window – we'll spend the first couple hours working the flats and structure while there's still good light, then transition into the prime evening bite as the lights start flickering on around the inlet and bridges. The whole vibe changes when the sun goes down and those dock lights fire up. Baitfish get concentrated under the lights, and that's when things get really interesting. You'll see why so many top-rated guides in South Florida swear by these evening trips.
We're fishing inshore waters around Riviera Beach, which means we're working everything from shallow grass flats to deeper channels and bridge structures. Depending on conditions and where the fish are showing, we might be sight fishing on the flats with live pilchards or throwing big swimbaits around structure. As evening sets in and we move toward the lighted areas, we'll switch up tactics – sometimes that means working live bait under the lights, other times we're casting big plugs or flies if the fish are aggressive. All the gear's provided, from spinning tackle to fly rods if that's your thing. The boat's set up specifically for tarpon fishing with plenty of clear deck space for fighting fish and a good fighting chair if you need it. Don't worry about bringing anything except your fishing license and maybe a light jacket for later in the evening when the breeze picks up.
Tarpon are what we're really after on this trip, and there's a reason these fish are called the silver king. These prehistoric giants can push 100-200 pounds in our waters, and when one eats your bait, you'll know it immediately. They're famous for those heart-stopping jumps – sometimes 6 feet clear of the water, gill plates rattling, trying to throw your hook. Around Riviera Beach, we see good tarpon action from late spring through fall, but summer evenings are absolutely world-class. These fish are incredibly smart and can be picky eaters, which is why having an experienced guide who knows the local patterns makes such a huge difference. What makes tarpon so special isn't just their size – it's their fight. They're acrobatic, powerful, and will test every bit of your tackle and technique. Most anglers practice catch and release with tarpon since they're not great eating, but getting a photo with a silver king is something you'll never forget. The evening bite can be absolutely explosive when conditions line up right, and there's nothing quite like seeing a massive tarpon crash a bait under the dock lights.
Look, I've been guiding these waters for years, and I can tell you that our evening tarpon trips book up fast, especially during peak season. The combination of private charter fishing, prime evening timing, and targeting one of the most sought-after gamefish in Florida makes this a customer favorite. You're not just buying a fishing trip – you're getting access to local knowledge, top-notch equipment, and the kind of personalized experience that makes for legendary fishing stories. Whether you're an experienced angler looking to check tarpon off your bucket list or someone who wants to step up their inshore game, this trip delivers. The 5-hour timeframe gives us plenty of opportunity to adapt to conditions and put you on fish, and starting at 3 PM means you'll be back at the dock at a reasonable hour but still have experienced that magical evening bite. Don't wait – the best trips fill up weeks in advance, and you don't want to miss out on what could be the fishing trip of a lifetime.
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