Jacksonville inshore fishing charters
Redfish, seatrout and flounder in the river, creeks and jetties.
Book a local captain for an inshore trip on the St. Johns River, the creeks and marshes of the Intracoastal, and the jetties. Trips start at $550 for 4 hours, $600 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 does a Jacksonville inshore fishing charter include?
iOutdoors books 4-, 6- and 8-hour inshore fishing trips on the St. Johns River, the creeks and marshes of the Intracoastal, and the jetties for redfish, spotted seatrout, flounder, black drum and sheepshead. Trips start at $550 for 4 hours, $600 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
What’s biting inshore by season
Full Jacksonville fishing calendarWinter Dec–Feb
- Redfish, black drum and sheepshead
Spring Mar–May
- Redfish, seatrout and flounder
Summer Jun–Aug
- Early mornings for redfish and trout
Fall Sep–Nov
- The fall run: bull redfish and flounder
Fish you can catch inshore in Jacksonville
Redfish, seatrout and flounder are the main targets. Swipe to see what you could catch.
Redfish
Red drumOn the grass flats, oyster bars and shorelines.
Spotted seatrout
Speckled troutOver grass beds and in the creeks; a good fish for beginners.
Flounder
Southern flounderOn sandy and muddy bottoms near inlets and docks.
Black drum
DrumAround docks, oyster bars and deeper holes, often in the cooler months.
Sheepshead
Convict fishAround docks, pilings and rocks in the cooler months.
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
Open in Google Maps: Mayport · St. Johns River jetties
Inshore trips fish the St. Johns River, the creeks and marshes of the Intracoastal, and the jetties at the river mouth.
Meeting spot: your captain confirms the spot and start time with you before the trip, based on conditions.
Want bigger water? See Jacksonville deep sea fishing.
Jacksonville inshore fishing questions
How much does an inshore fishing charter in Jacksonville cost?
Trips start at $550 for 4 hours, $600 for 6 hours and $750 for 8 hours. The booking calendar shows the exact price for your date and group.
What can I catch inshore in Jacksonville?
Redfish, spotted seatrout, flounder, black drum and sheepshead.
Where do Jacksonville inshore trips fish?
On the St. Johns River, the creeks and marshes of the Intracoastal, and the jetties at the river mouth. 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.
Which trip length should I pick?
A 4-hour trip suits families and first-timers. Longer trips give you more time on the water to move between spots and target bigger fish.
Is inshore fishing good for kids and first-timers?
Yes. Inshore trips fish protected water, and your captain sets up the rods and helps every step of the way.
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.
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.