Private Jacksonville Inshore Fishing Charter: St. Johns River

Cast for redfish and seatrout in the St. Johns River with a local captain steering around the tides

A private inshore fishing charter on the St. Johns River and Jacksonville's coastal backwaters, where you fish for redfish, spotted seatrout, flounder, tarpon and cobia with a licensed local captain. All rods, reels, tackle, licenses and safety equipment are provided. Choose a 4-hour morning charter at 7am, a 6-hour morning charter at 7am, or a 4-hour afternoon charter at 2pm to match your schedule. The captain adjusts locations and techniques based on tides, weather and fish activity.

Step-by-step itinerary

Inshore fishing and river exploration

• Meet guide at boat ramp
• Confirm trip details with captain
• Fish and explore St. Johns River

The experience

You meet your captain at the boat ramp before departure, and the two of you spend the morning or afternoon fishing the St. Johns River, the river that runs north, and the surrounding coastal backwaters. The river and estuary system here holds redfish, spotted seatrout, flounder, tarpon, cobia and other inshore game fish depending on the season. Your captain reads the tides and conditions, moving the boat to wherever the fish are active that day and showing you the techniques that work in Northeast Florida waters.

Everything you need to fish is on the boat: rods, reels, tackle, fishing licenses and safety equipment. You don't arrange permits or bring your own gear. The charter works for beginners and experienced anglers alike because the captain personalizes the day around your skill level and what's biting. A good portion of the time is spent on the world-famous St. Johns River itself, though you may also explore the protected backwaters depending on where the fish are holding.

Bottled water is provided. The boat has access to local bathroom and marina facilities. You'll want to bring sun protection (the boat has no T-top or shaded cover), and any food or drinks you prefer to have on the water.

What’s included

• Private charter with a licensed local captain.
• all fishing rods, reels and tackle.
• fishing licenses.
• safety equipment.
• bottled water.
• access to local bathroom and marina facilities.

Options for this experience

3 options

Morning charter of 4 hours - starts at 7 AMGuide in English · 07:00Private charter lasting 4 hours on a 24' saltwater boat for 1-4 guests: a 4-hour fishing charter that starts at 7 AM.

Afternoon charter of 4 hours - starts at 2 PMGuide in English · 14:00Private charter lasting 4 hours on a 24' saltwater boat for 1-4 guests: a 4-hour fishing charter that starts at 2 PM.

Morning charter of 6 hours - starts at 7 AMGuide in English · 07:00Private charter lasting 6 hours on a 24' saltwater boat for 1-4 guests: a 6-hour fishing charter that starts at 7 AM.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Wednesday and FridayDepartures at 07:00 and 14:00

Book up to14h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by iOutdoor Fishing Adventures

Is this one for you?Book the morning charter for more time exploring the river's diverse habitats, or choose the afternoon slot if you're free later in the day.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What fish can I expect to catch on the St. Johns River?

The St. Johns River and coastal backwaters hold redfish, spotted seatrout, flounder, tarpon, and cobia depending on the season and current conditions. Your captain adjusts the fishing locations and techniques based on what's active on the day of your charter.

Do I need to bring my own fishing rod and tackle?

No. All fishing equipment, safety gear, and fishing licenses are provided on the boat, so you arrive ready to fish without arranging permits or packing gear.

What's the difference between the morning and afternoon charters?

The 4-hour morning charter departs at 7am and the 4-hour afternoon charter departs at 2pm. A 6-hour morning charter at 7am is also available if you want more time on the water. Your captain will confirm the exact details with you before the trip.

Is this charter suitable for someone who has never fished before?

Yes. The charter is designed for both beginners and experienced anglers. Your licensed captain personalizes the day around your skill level and adjusts techniques and locations based on what's biting.

What should I bring or wear for the charter?

Bring sun protection, as the boat does not have a T-top or shaded cover. You may also bring food and drinks if you prefer to have them on the water. Bottled water is provided, and the boat has access to local bathroom facilities.