Fishing Clubs in Florida
Florida's fishing culture runs deep, and so does its club scene. Freshwater anglers chase trophy largemouth bass on Lake Okeechobee and the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes; saltwater anglers fish redfish, snook and tarpon on the flats from Tampa Bay to the Keys, plus grouper and snapper offshore. With no real off-season, Florida supports one of the country's densest networks of bass clubs, saltwater fishing clubs, and tournament trails — whatever style you fish, there's a club built around it.
MyFishingBuds clubs in Florida
Notable fishing clubs in Florida
Independently run clubs, listed as a directory — visit their sites to join.
West Palm Beach Fishing Club
West Palm Beach
Historic club — no official site listedStart a club in Florida
Free to submit, and free for members to join. You get a public club page, tournaments with automatic Angler-of-the-Year standings, and an events calendar from day one.
Start your Florida club →Florida fishing club FAQ
How do I find a fishing club in Florida?
Check the MyFishingBuds clubs below for active clubs near you, or one of Florida's notable statewide and regional clubs — most run regular tournaments and welcome new members. If nothing's close yet, start your own club and be first in your area.
Are there bass fishing clubs in Florida?
Yes — bass clubs are the most common type in Florida, built around lakes like Okeechobee, Toho, and the Kissimmee Chain. Most run a monthly or biweekly tournament trail with a season-long points race.
What about saltwater fishing clubs in Florida?
Florida has a strong saltwater club scene too, especially around Tampa Bay, Pompano Beach, and the Panhandle — inshore redfish and snook trails, offshore grouper and snapper trips, and pier and surf fishing groups all have active clubs.
How do I start a fishing club in Florida?
Submit your club from Start a Club — add your city, club type, and how members join, and we review it before it goes live. You get a public club page, tournaments with automatic Angler-of-the-Year standings, an events calendar, and club chat from day one.
Is the Florida Bass Federation the same as a local bass club?
No — the Florida Bass Federation is a statewide organization made up of member clubs across Florida, similar to a state chapter. Most anglers join a local club first (like the ones on this page) and the club itself affiliates with the Federation.