Homosassa River
Homosassa River
Homosassa River


Homosassa River
Florida, USA

"What brings the fly fisherman to Homosassa Florida from April to mid July? Well I will tell you in one word, Tarpon! The only sport fish of its size that ventures onto Florida’s coastline. Hardly a year goes by without word of at least one angler and guide either tussling with or releasing a potential world-record tarpon."

Captain Earle Waters.


TRIP SUMMARY:

The Tarpon flats stretch both 50 miles north and 50 miles south of Homosassa River. Included are the world famous Tarpon flats of Chassahowitzka, Homosassa and Crystal River, all accessible.

The flats off of Homosassa offer the serious fly fisher the best opportunity to land a world record Tarpon. Billy Pate was the first, landing a 188lb beast on a 16lb tippet in 1982. Jim Holland Jr. on May 11, 2001 boated a 202lb 8oz monster on 20 lb tippet. On May 13, 2003 Tom Evans caught the current world record, a 190.6lb Tarpon also on a 16lb tippet. A new world record was set May 10, 2010 by Tom Evans, his second in the past seven years, 194.1 lbs on 12 lb tippet.

2022 Tarpon Season:
May - June, 2022


TRIP INCLUDES: Pick-up and drop-off Tampa International Airport, Deluxe Accommodations, Transpotation to launch sites and Guided Fishing and Licenses. Maximum 2 rods per trip.

LODGING: Deluxe accommodation for the most discerning traveler and fly fisher are arranged based upon the whereabouts of the spring tarpon migration. Bedrooms are well appointed with very comfortable queen size beds.

FOOD AND BEVERAGES: Enjoy dinning out at any of the numerous local establishments which provide everything from sizzling mouth watering grade A choice cuts of steak to freshly caught shrimp and blue crabs, you'll dine and sleep like a king.

TRIP LENGTH: 6 days, 7 nights


GEAR

• Bring along a couple of 12wt fly rods.

• A quality reel with a smooth drag system is a must as is several hundred yards of 30 lb backing.

• Tropical floating lines are the norm but when the water is deep intermiate sink tips of varying densities can be used.

• Leaders and tippets range from 9' to 12' with a breaking strength of 16 lbs to 20 lbs.

• Good quality wading boots and boat friendly deck shoes.

• Sunblock

• Appropriate clothing (SPF long sleeve shirts, gloves and neckgaiters/buffs are advised)

• Camera

• Amber colored, polarized sunglasses are a must

• Pack insect repellent, the misquitos can be a real bother on calm warm days.

Breakaway Classic Adventures
9673 Route 19, Houghton, NY 14744
(716) 698-0845
info@riverdogflyfishing.com

RATES

• 6 Day Homosassa Tarpon Trip - $Call USD first rod, second rod, $Call USD

• Not included - taxes, alcohol and tips.

• Rates are subject to change without notice.

TERMS - DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT INFORMATION

The following applies to all trips booked and organized by Breakaway Classic Adventures:

50% deposit per rod of the total package cost for each trip is due at time of booking to secure the trip reservation.

Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure and start of trip.

TRIP INSURANCE

Trip packages are non-refundable, it is highly recommended that you purchase trip insurance in the event that you have to cancel, for any reason.

Captain Earle Waters