Jacksonville Fishing Reports (April 2026)

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James Walker
Kingsland, Georgia
Reported: 1 hour ago

Yesterday's trip

James Walker Kingsland, Georgia Reported: 1 hour ago

Yesterday's trip

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David Hagins
Fernandina Beach, Florida
Reported: 2 days ago

Still on the redfish and black drum at the jetties though.

David Hagins Fernandina Beach, Florida Reported: 2 days ago

Still on the redfish and black drum at the jetties though.

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Anthony Menichino
St. Augustine, Florida
Reported: 4 days ago

Nearshore trips have been producing lots of sheepshead snapper and some flounder bottom fishing some pics from today's trip

Anthony Menichino St. Augustine, Florida Reported: 4 days ago

Nearshore trips have been producing lots of sheepshead snapper and some flounder bottom fishing some pics from today's trip

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Michael Keith with Captain Mike - Backcountry Adventures
Green Cove Springs, Florida
Reported: 5 days ago

Lenny and Trish smoked them today.

Michael Keith with Captain Mike - Backcountry Adventures Green Cove Springs, Florida Reported: 5 days ago

Lenny and Trish smoked them today.

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Brian Soucy
Fernandina Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Brian Soucy Fernandina Beach, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

March 2026
This past week we had some spectacular two-hour trips with the younger crowd. Lots of action with some good whiting catches which is great for the dinner table. Had quite a few in the fourteen-to-sixteen-inch range. The backwater trips produced some nice redfish and speckled trout. Most were caught using a live shrimp under a cork. The redfish were in the one-to-four-foot range with the trout being caught anywhere from four feet to 10 feet. There are still the big black drum around with bull redfish being caught at the jetties, when it's not rough.

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Jonathan Houston
Jacksonville, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Redfish bite has been great along with a good amount of sheepshead. As spring comes the Spanish mackerel, bluefish, and sea trout bite will pick up.

Jonathan Houston Jacksonville, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

Redfish bite has been great along with a good amount of sheepshead. As spring comes the Spanish mackerel, bluefish, and sea trout bite will pick up.

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David Hagins
Fernandina Beach, Florida
Reported: 2 weeks ago

Jetty fishing is on FIRE 🔥A lot of 3-4hr trips over the last few weeks. When the weather allows you to go. Last 2 days have been a little slower do to the water clarity, but still great fishing.

David Hagins Fernandina Beach, Florida Reported: 2 weeks ago

Jetty fishing is on FIRE 🔥A lot of 3-4hr trips over the last few weeks. When the weather allows you to go. Last 2 days have been a little slower do to the water clarity, but still great fishing.

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Frank Cole
Jacksonville, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

Sheepshead bite has been good.

Frank Cole Jacksonville, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago

Sheepshead bite has been good.

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★★★★★
Joe gave us an awesome trip! We were on fish all day what a great experience! Already planning my next trip.
David B. | April 18, 2026

Trip: Half Day/Full Day Offshore Fishing
★★★★★
Very polite and hard working captain and first mate. Would definitely do this again
Kyle R. | April 18, 2026

Trip: Offshore Deep Sea Fishing
★★★★★
Great Trip! I’m a seasoned fisherman but, I brought my sister and girlfriend. Captain Dave has two complete polywogs and me. He did a wonderful job educating the ladies on fishing and TOGETHER, they pulled in the largest fish on the trip! Great Time!
David F. | April 15, 2026

Trip: The Awesome Island Experience!
★★★★★
David was fantastic! He knows the waters well, and put me on fish. I recommend his charter. Best Regards, Robert W
Robert W. | April 13, 2026

Trip: St. Augustine Inshore Trip
★★★★★
Captain Bill delivered a first class experience to a mixed crew of seasoned and novice anglers. He was able to connect with each of us in ways that made the trip memorable and kept all of us actively fishing throughout our six hour trip. I've booked trips across the Gulf Coast, Atlantic Florida, and the Caribbean, and Bill is among the best captains I've chartered. He is a talented and dedicated professional who works hard to put his crew on fish for an excellent value trip.
Sarena G. | April 12, 2026

Trip: Jacksonville Nearshore/ Offshore
★★★★★
Had an absolute blast bought fish and had a great time! Capt Tony and Logan were both very professional and just a good time to fish with! Definitely pick them for your next fishing trip!
Ivan W. | April 12, 2026

Trip: 4 Hour Inshore
★★★★★
Great day on the water! Capt Mike did an excellent job in tough conditions to get us on fish and we had a fabulous time.
Garret M. | April 10, 2026

Trip: Inshore Light Tackle Trip
★★★★★
David was a great captain! The vibe was perfect for a relaxing, fish catching, four hours that flew by because “Time flys when you are having fun”. Highly recommend!! Our family of four will definitely be booking again.
Jonathan H. | April 10, 2026

Trip: The Awesome Island Experience!
★★★★★
We had an awesome time, caught some fun fish, made some lasting memories with my daughter and grandson. What more could you ask for?
Ronald H. | April 1, 2026

Trip: Offshore Fishing Jacksonville
★★★★★
Captain Mike was awesome! We had a great day on the water either him. Highly recommended.
Todd F. | March 28, 2026

Trip: Summertime Special

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