St. Marys Fishing Charters

Your adventure begins within the beautiful extensive network of bays, spartina islands and tidal creeks that permeate the region. Roaming these waters are three of the state’s most sought-after game fish, redfish, spotted seatrout, and flounder available year-round. With over 30 years of experience fishing the waters of Jacksonville, St Augustine, Amelia Island and Fernandina, Captain Ron is one of the best light tackle inshore and backwater fishing guides you can ask for when hitting these waters. From custom catered trips to expert advice, Captain Ron is there to ensure you have a fantastic exploring this beautiful estuary and go home with memories to last lifetime! All charters include: fishing licenses, bait, tackle, and a cooler with ice and bottled water. Captain Ron recommends you bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, any food or drink you would like to keep in the cooler, and proper clothing depending on the season. Captain Ron will arrange to meet you at a boat ramp convenient to your location. Located in Jacksonville and surrounding area’s. Read More

If you're looking to land some massive Bull Reds near Jacksonville, FL, then this is your ticket! Chasing Redfish on the St. John's River is a blast for anglers of all levels, and whether you're an experienced caster or not, you'll be able to hook some massive fish that know how to pull hard! The St. John's River is known for its abundant population of Redfish, also known as Red Drum, which are a popular game fish in Florida. These fish can grow up to 50 inches in length and weigh up to 50 pounds, providing a thrilling challenge. Captain Frank is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced guide who knows the river well and will take you to the best fishing spots. On this trip, you'll focus on live bait fishing, which is one of the most popular methods and involves using live shrimp, crabs, or mullet as bait. In addition to the fishing, the St. John's River offers beautiful scenery and wildlife sightings. You may see gators, turtles, herons, and other waterfowl as you cruise along the river. Overall, a Redfish fishing trip on the St. John's River near Jacksonville, FL is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and experience some of the best fishing that Florida has to offer! Get out there and have some fun! Read More

Join Captain Kenneth on an exciting inshore fishing adventure in Fernandina Beach, Florida! Aboard his 26' World Cat catamaran, you'll chase a variety of great sportfish fish, including Redfish, Bluefish, Jack Crevalle, Black Drum, and more. As you make your way to the best fishing spots in the waters around Fernandina Beach, you'll enjoy the comfort and stability of this World Cat catamaran. With its shallow draft and large deck, this boat is perfect for inshore and nearshore fishing, and the double hull makes for an extra smooth ride. Under the expert guidance of Captain Kenneth, you'll have a chance to practicd the best techniques for catching the various fish species that call the waters of Fernandina Beach home. You'll also have the opportunity to sight fish for Redfish, one of the most sought-after game fish in the area. Book your fishing charter with Captain Kenneth today and get ready for a thrilling day on the water in Fernandina Beach! Read More

If you're looking for a great half-day guided trip, Captain Chris offers premium inshore fishing charters aboard his 20' Champion Pro Guide Flats boat. Whether you're looking to leave at dawn, at dusk, or hit the midnight bite, Captain Chris is happy to put his extensive fishing knowledge to make sure you catch what your looking for. With 20+ years of fishing experience, you are sure to have an awesome fishing adventure with Captain Chris. On this trip, you'll go out fishing for Reds, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, and even tarpon, plus other inshore sportfish species. Captain Chris will be fishing right alongside you, and is full of good advice to improve your technique. He'll offer tips on where to cast, how to retrieve, and how to fight fish all the way to the boat, so you'll leave this trip a better angler than when you started. Captain Chris will bring a fully loaded boat, so all you need to bring is a smile. He will have rods, reels, tackle, bait, and all the fishing licenses you will need for a successful and safe day out on the water. He can also pick you up at any of the Jacksonville are boat ramps including St. Augustine and Amelia Island ramps as well. So let him know where your staying or whats most convenient for you, and he will meet you there! Read More

Head south out of Jacksonville with Captain Frank to explore the tributaries of the St. Johns River and the Intracoastal Waterway from St. Augustine to Fernandina. You’ll be using live bait and artificial lures on light tackle to target Trout, Redfish, and Flounder as you enjoy the areas bountiful inshore waters. Outfitted with a custom T-top and plenty of safe, comfortable seating, Captain Franks 24 foot Pathfinder offers great versatility and comfort. The Pathfinder is rigged with state-of-the-art electronics, a top-notch trolling motor, and a Power Pole for quiet shallow water stalking and anchoring. All rods, reels, tackle, and bait will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your favorite rod and reel if you'd like. Ice, water, and soft drinks will be provided as well, so all Captain Frank recommends you bring are your favorite snacks and drinks, your sunglasses, and other weather-appropriate gear whether that's sun protection or rain gear. Read More

There's no better way to get some quick drag-screaming action than a shark trip with Captain Joe! Sharks are a blast to catch, and are famous for their extreme strength and endurance. On nice days, you can try your luck with big-time Bull Sharks, Lemon Sharks, and toothy Sandbars over the nearshore reefs. If the ocean is looking bumpy, you can stay inshore and chase Blacktips, Sharpnoses, and Finetooth Sharks on lighter tackle. All of these species are thrilling fighters, and are really entertaining for all kinds of anglers. Captain Joe runs a 24' Pair Custom center console that's ideal for inshore and nearshore fishing. She's got a Suzuki 300 and all the gear required for a stellar fishing adventure. Get out there and start setting some hooks! Read More

Hang around on the first set of reefs/wrecks and explore the productive Northeast Florida waters with Captain Joe! His 4-hour nearshore trips are a great way to get a taste of the exciting fishing Florida has to offer. On this 4-hour trip in warm weather you'll be exploring the first set of reefs off the coast of Jacksonville to chase after Barracuda, Blacktip Shark, Bonito, and King Mackerel. To target these exciting fish, you can do some trolling, bottom fishing, or drift fish using light to heavy tackle with live, artificial, and/or cut bait depending on the day. Just let Captain Joe know what you want to catch and he'll get you set up with the best method! On the day of your trip, you will hop aboard Captain Joe's 28' LOA Pair Custom that can fit up to 5 anglers. Powered by a 300 HP Suzuki engine, she'll get you to the nearshore waters in a jiffy! This vessel comes equipped with a Minnkota iPilot wireless trolling motor, Humminbird fish finding equipment, a live bait well, flybridge, outriggers, and an ice box to store your catches. If you’re looking to release your catch (hopefully after you’ve taken a photo) that’s absolutely fine. Otherwise, you’ll get to keep your catch and Captain Joe will clean it for you! Captain Joe will provide everything needed for a successful day of fishing including bait, tackle, and fishing licenses. Rods and reels are carefully selected and maintained for peak performance. Rusty hooks and frayed leaders are not acceptable aboard Captain Joe's vessel! Read More

This action-packed, full day of fishing along the beautiful Northeast Florida beaches is the perfect choice for seasoned anglers. Fish around the most active bait pods and trail behind shrimp boats, just off the beaches, in search of Sharks and Tarpon with Captain Frank. Outfitted with a custom T-top and plenty of safe, comfortable seating, Captain Frank's 24 foot Pathfinder offers great versatility and comfort as you explore the surf and nearshore waters around Jacksonville. Rigged with state-of-the-art electronics and a top-notch trolling motor, you will be able to find and stalk these fish easily and in style! All rods, reels, tackle, and bait will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your favorite rod and reel if you'd like. Ice, water, and soft drinks will be provided as well, so all Captain Frank recommends you bring are your favorite snacks and drinks, your sunglasses, and other weather-appropriate gear whether that's sun protection or rain gear. Read More

Test your skills in this heavy-action trip venturing up to 50 miles Offshore to hook you up with Florida's top sportfish species! Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and more await your party on this 12 Hour trip. Captain Chris will show you all the special tricks, techniques, and money zones to catch monster offshore species! Captain Chris will supply everything you need for a productive day of fishing, including rods, reels, and tackle. He’ll also provide bottled water and ice, though you’re free to bring any other snacks and refreshments you’d like to enjoy. At the end of the day, he’ll clean and bag your catch for easy transport home. Have the true Florida inshore experience with a seasoned local guide aboard with Captain Chris! Read More

These trips are not for the faint of heart! On this Extended day or Hardcore Offshore adventure, you will be spending your time with Captain Joe in the 50-60 mile range catching big mangrove snappers, mutton snappers, cobia, kingfish, mahi-mahi, and many more! Although epic fishing, these are hardcore trips, and Captain Joe will only take 3 guest this far offshore at a time. **These trips are entirely weather-dependent.** Anything over 3-4’ seas will likely be canceled or rescheduled. On the day of your trip, you will hop aboard Captain Joe's 24' Pair Custom equipped with a 300 HP Suzuki engine, Minnkota iPilot wireless trolling motor, and Humminbird fish finding equipment Captain Joe will provide everything needed for a successful day of fishing including bait, tackle, and fishing licenses. Rods and reels are carefully selected and maintained for peak performance. Rusty hooks and frayed leaders are not acceptable aboard Captain Joe's vessel! If you’re looking to release your catch (hopefully after you’ve taken a photo) that’s absolutely fine. Otherwise, you’ll get to keep your catch and Captain Joe will clean it for you! Read More

Head out to the Mayport Jetties and surrounding areas with Captain Frank to fish with live bait and light tackle targeting some great-tasting and hard fighting Sheepshead! Outfitted with a custom T-top and plenty of safe, comfortable seating, Captain Franks 24 foot Pathfinder offers great versatility and comfort. The Pathfinder is rigged with state-of-the-art electronics, a top-notch trolling motor, and a Power Pole. All rods, reels, tackle, and bait will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your favorite rod and reel if you'd like. Ice, water, and soft drinks will be provided as well, so all Captain Frank recommends you bring are your favorite snacks and drinks, your sunglasses, and other weather-appropriate gear whether that's sun protection or rain gear. Read More