Apalachicola inshore fishing charters
Redfish, spotted seatrout and flounder on Apalachicola Bay and the river delta.
Book a local captain for an inshore trip on Apalachicola Bay and the river delta. Trips start at $600 for 4 hours, $700 for 6 hours and $750 for 8 hours, with the fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait included.
Book your inshore trip
Every calendar below shows live availability. Choose your number of guests, a date and a time, then book.
4-hour inshore charter
6-hour inshore charter
8-hour inshore charter
Saltwater license covered by the captain. Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather. Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
What can you catch on an inshore trip in Apalachicola?
iOutdoors books 4-, 6- and 8-hour inshore trips in Apalachicola on Apalachicola Bay and the river delta for redfish, spotted seatrout and flounder. Trips start at $600 for 4 hours, $700 for 6 hours and $750 for 8 hours. The licensed captain covers your saltwater fishing license, and rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel are included.
What’s included and what to bring
- Licensed local captain
- Boat and fuel
- Saltwater fishing license (covered by the captain)
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Bait
- Captain tip (10–20% is customary)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to the meeting spot
What to bring
Reviews from Apalachicola inshore trips
5.03 reviews
Nice Area!
We stayed three nights in late January by the river. We braved the stairs, took a boat ride, and enjoyed the pleasantly laidback feel. Fantastic sunrises, boats, people & dolphins watching. The cell phone signal was weaker in this area than I would have liked. Local people were friendly when we…
James Fran · January 2020
Wimico Fishing
Was visiting Port St Joe and wanted to go out bass fishing. It was hard to find a guide but Bass Online had one. The capt took us to a spot and we caught some largemouth bass. It was an experience I got to check off
Chase Daniels · February 2018
Lake Wimico
I live in the area of Lake Wimico and find it to be a really cool lake. I like the tide change, and it has some good size bass in it.
John Backster · June 2016
What’s biting inshore by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Redfish and trout in the bayous and creeks
- Fish the warmest part of the day
Spring Mar–May
- Redfish and trout on the grass flats
- Flounder start to move in
Summer Jun–Aug
- Trout and redfish early and late
- Start early to beat the afternoon storms
Fall Sep–Nov
- Flounder run near the passes
- Big redfish in the passes
Fish you can catch on an inshore trip in Apalachicola
Redfish, spotted seatrout and flounder. Swipe to see what you could catch.
Redfish
Red drumOn the grass flats and oyster bars, often in shallow water.
Spotted seatrout
Speckled troutOver the grass flats, good for families.
Flounder
Southern flounderFlat fish on sandy bottoms near passes and docks, best in the fall.
Seasons, size and bag limits apply: see the FWC saltwater fishing regulations. Your captain can tell you what you can keep.
Where you’ll fish
Inshore trips fish Apalachicola Bay and the river delta.
Meeting spot: your captain confirms the spot and start time with you before the trip.
Apalachicola inshore fishing questions
How much does an inshore fishing charter in Apalachicola cost?
Trips start at $600 for 4 hours, $700 for 6 hours and $750 for 8 hours. The booking calendar shows the exact price for your date and group.
What can I catch?
Redfish, spotted seatrout and flounder. What bites depends on the season and the tide.
Where do Apalachicola inshore trips go?
Apalachicola Bay and the river delta. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip.
Do I need a fishing license?
No. The captain’s saltwater license covers everyone fishing on the trip.
What’s included in the price?
The licensed captain, boat and fuel, your saltwater fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait. Not included: the captain’s tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.
Can we keep the fish we catch?
Size and bag limits apply to many species, and some are catch and release. Your captain can tell you what you can keep on the day.
Which trip length should I pick?
4 hours is a good first trip and works well with kids. Longer trips give the captain time to move between spots and work the tide.
Is inshore fishing good for kids and first-timers?
Yes. Inshore trips fish calmer, protected water, and your captain sets up the rods and helps every step of the way.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the captain or guide 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.
More inshore trips in the Panhandle
Trips in other Panhandle towns. Some book online with a live calendar; others are booked by phone.
