In 1885, the first tarpon ever caught on a rod and reel was documented in Southwest Florida. Anglers flocked to Florida to see if the reports were true—that a prehistoric silver fish weighing more than 100 pounds would present them with the fight of a lifetime.
The Silver King
The tarpon became world-renowned as the mighty “Silver King,” known for its brute strength, majestic acrobatics, and relentless spirit, revolutionizing big game fishing forever.
Today, tarpon fishing is the premier saltwater angling pursuit that still draws thousands of anglers to Southwest Florida.
When to Target
In April, tarpon begin their annual migration along the coast of Florida before heading offshore to spawn. While the migration often peaks in June, tarpon usually maintain a presence in our waters through October.
Each May, anglers from throughout the world enter the World's Richest Tarpon Tournament. With guaranteed excitement and the chance for thousands of dollars in prize money, this is one of the premier fishing tournaments in Florida. Time to start planning to enter next year's tournament, taking place…
