Green Cove Springs Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Robbie Bishop
Jacksonville, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

The fishing has been a little slow but still catching enough to keep the customers happy.

Robbie Bishop Jacksonville, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

The fishing has been a little slow but still catching enough to keep the customers happy.

King Mackerel / Kingfish fishing in Jacksonville, Florida

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Clay Philips
St. Augustine, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Been catching mangrove snapper and redfish on fingerling mullet and mud minnows.

Clay Philips St. Augustine, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Been catching mangrove snapper and redfish on fingerling mullet and mud minnows.

Redfish fishing in St. Augustine, Florida

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Chip Wingo
Jacksonville Beach, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Chip Wingo Jacksonville Beach, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Legal size redfish are spotty but still in good numbers. With the shrimp run ramping up, it can be a little testy getting a consistent bite. But flounder are starting to show in great numbers- fish are still on the smaller side but great action.
Tarpon fishing continues to be red hot in northeast Florida with fish ranging from 40 to 100 lbs.
Bull reds are showing in good numbers in the St Johns river as well with the average fish in the 40in range!

Tarpon fishing in Jacksonville Beach, Florida

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Mike May
Hollister, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Mike May Hollister, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

The bite has been good early and late. Summer time pattern so get out early or late afternoon just before dark. Coordinate with the tides. Outgoing early and incoming late is best for reds and trout. It's a new moon so the tides will be strong. We've been experiencing low low tides the last few weeks with a west to south west wind that's pushing the water out. Hit the creeks and flats early in the falling tide and you should do well on the reds, drum and flounder.
Shrimp are still the bait of choice but the mullet run will kick off in the next few weeks so expect a shift in baits. Black drum, flounder and trout can be found in deep corners along the creek bends with a strong current on jigheads or circle hooks with a small splitshot .

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Clay Philips
St. Augustine, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Been catching a few, but it will get better in September and October around here, caught some big shrimp over on the west coast of Florida while we were on vacation, thanks

Clay Philips St. Augustine, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Been catching a few, but it will get better in September and October around here, caught some big shrimp over on the west coast of Florida while we were on vacation, thanks

Flounder fishing in St. Augustine, Florida

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We had a wonderful trip with Captain Dan to lay my mother’s ashes to rest. Dan was very respectful, explained exactly what would happen and made sure the experience would be a beautiful memory for us. I’ll never forget the sight of the flower petals on the water and the dolphins in the background. Dan worked with our schedule to find a new time when the weather didn’t cooperate on our original date. He was very responsive and easy to communicate with. Thank you Dan!
Lisa L. | May 2, 2026

Trip: Spreading Ashes In Saint Augstine
★★★★★
Captain Mike was awesome! He was actively watching the weather the week before and staying in touch with us. We decided to move the trip up a day to avoid 3-5 ft seas. We stayed out an extra hour even with the crazy cost of fuel right now. I caught 13 snapper alone and had 2 bites so big they broke the leader line. It felt like the rod was going to be the first to break. My friends loved the trip as well catching probably another 10 between them. We will definitely be back in touch with Captain Mike soon!
Jeffrey O. | April 30, 2026

Trip: 4-Hour Quick Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Great trip. They were fun and we caught fish! I would recommend for sure!
Sean M. | April 26, 2026

Trip: 4 - 6 Hour Inshore Trip
★★★★★
My wife and I had a great time with Capt. Mike and will fish with him again the next time we are in the Jacksonville/St. Augustine area. I've already recommended him to a few friends and I'm recommending him to you! :- )
Lenny S. | April 22, 2026

Trip: Backcountry Light Tackle Trips
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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
★★★★★
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

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