Port St. Joe fishing charters
Inshore, offshore and bass fishing, booked by phone.
Book a local captain in Port St. Joe for inshore, offshore and bass fishing. All trips are booked by phone right now: call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
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Book your Port St. Joe fishing trips today: call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
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Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm. Your guide or captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip. Distances are straight-line estimates; drive times vary with traffic.
What fishing charters can you book in Port St. Joe?
iOutdoors books inshore, offshore and bass fishing trips in Port St. Joe. All are booked by phone right now at (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
Compare Port St. Joe fishing trips
| Inshore | Offshore · Port St. Joe | Bass · Lake Wimico | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Where | St. Joseph Bay | Gulf of Mexico | Lake Wimico |
| Main target | Redfish, trout and flounder | Red snapper, grouper and amberjack | Largemouth bass |
| Trip lengths | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4, 6 or 8 h |
| Price | Call to book: (407) 392-4593 | Call to book: (407) 392-4593 | Call to book: (407) 392-4593 |
| License | Included | Included | Florida freshwater license needed (16+) |
| Best for | Families, first-timers | Bigger fish | Families, up to 4 people |
| Book inshore | Book offshore | Book bass |
What’s biting in Port St. Joe by season
Full Port St. Joe fishing calendarWinter Dec–Feb
- Inshore: Redfish and trout in the bays
- Offshore: Grouper and amberjack on calm days
- Bass: Largemouth move shallow to spawn
Spring Mar–May
- Inshore: Redfish and trout get active
- Offshore: Amberjack and grouper
- Bass: Good bass fishing as the water warms
Summer Jun–Aug
- Inshore: Redfish and trout; early starts beat the heat
- Offshore: Red snapper season (federal and state dates)
- Bass: Best early and late in the day
Fall Sep–Nov
- Inshore: Flounder run and bull redfish
- Offshore: Grouper and snapper
- Bass: Bass feed up as the water cools
What you can catch in Port St. Joe
Inshore trips fish St. Joseph Bay. Offshore trips head into the Gulf, and bass trips fish Lake Wimico. All are booked by phone right now.
- Inshore (by phone): redfish, trout and flounder, depending on the season.
- Offshore (by phone): red snapper, grouper and amberjack, depending on the season.
- Bass (by phone): largemouth bass on Lake Wimico.
Redfish
Red drumOn the grass flats and shorelines, all year.
Spotted seatrout
Speckled troutOver grass beds; a good fish for beginners.
Flounder
Southern flounderOn sandy bottom near passes; best in the fall.
Snapper
SnapperOn reefs and wrecks offshore.
Grouper
Gag and red grouperOn rocky bottom and ledges offshore.
Amberjack
Greater amberjackHard fighters around wrecks and reefs.
Seasons, size and bag limits apply to many species: see the FWC freshwater and saltwater fishing regulations.
Where you’ll fish
Open in Google Maps: St. Joseph Bay · Lake Wimico
Inshore: St. Joseph Bay. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time before the trip.
Offshore: the Gulf of Mexico.
Bass: Lake Wimico, east of Port St. Joe.
How to plan your Port St. Joe fishing trip
Port St. Joe sits on St. Joseph Bay in Gulf County, on Florida’s Forgotten Coast.
Which trip should we book?
Inshore (by phone): redfish, trout and flounder. Offshore (by phone): red snapper, grouper and amberjack. Bass (by phone): largemouth bass. Inshore trips fish protected bays and suit families and first-timers.
How long should we go?
4 hours is a good first trip and works well with kids. 6 or 8 hours gives the captain time to move between spots and wait for the tide.
Booking by phone
Inshore, offshore and bass trips aren’t booking online right now. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book one.
Port St. Joe fishing charter FAQ
How much does a fishing charter in Port St. Joe cost?
Prices depend on the trip, length and group size. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, for a quote and available dates.
What can I catch inshore?
Redfish, trout and flounder, depending on the season.
Can I book inshore fishing in Port St. Joe?
Yes, by phone. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book an inshore trip (4, 6 or 8 hours).
Can I book offshore fishing in Port St. Joe?
Yes, by phone. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book an offshore trip (4, 6 or 8 hours).
Can I book bass fishing in Port St. Joe?
Yes, by phone. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book a bass trip (4, 6 or 8 hours).
When is red snapper season?
Red snapper season in the Gulf is set each year by NOAA Fisheries and the FWC. Your captain will tell you what is open on your date.
Are these trips good for kids and first-timers?
Yes. Inshore trips fish protected bays, and your captain sets up the rods and helps every step of the way.
Do I need a fishing license?
On saltwater trips the captain’s license covers you. On freshwater trips, each angler 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license unless exempt.
What’s included?
Inshore trips include the licensed captain, fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel. Offshore trips include the licensed captain, fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel. Bass trips include the guide, bass boat, fuel, life jackets, rods, reels, tackle and lures. Not included: the tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the guide or captain cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.
