Green Cove Springs Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Chris Holleman
Jacksonville, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Catching a few. Looking for clients for Bull Reds and Tarpon in August and September

Chris Holleman Jacksonville, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Catching a few. Looking for clients for Bull Reds and Tarpon in August and September

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Michael Keith with Captain Mike - Backcountry Adventures
Green Cove Springs, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Staying on them as always🤘🏽

Michael Keith with Captain Mike - Backcountry Adventures Green Cove Springs, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Staying on them as always🤘🏽

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Charlie Liebchen
Jacksonville, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Water temp is hovering around 64F. The sheepshead bite and black sea bass is in full swing. We also ran into some bull reds near-shore.

Charlie Liebchen Jacksonville, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Water temp is hovering around 64F. The sheepshead bite and black sea bass is in full swing. We also ran into some bull reds near-shore.

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Austin Nikkola
Jacksonville, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Austin Nikkola Jacksonville, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Redfish and speckled sea trout have been active across inshore waters. Redfish are being found along grass lines, oyster bars, and creek mouths, especially on moving water. Live shrimp, mud minnows, and gold spoons have been producing consistent bites, with slot fish making up most of the action.
Speckled sea trout are holding in slightly deeper water near drop-offs and edges, feeding best during low-light periods. Soft plastic paddle tails, shrimp imitations, and suspending plugs worked slowly have been the top producers. Cooler mornings and steady tides have made for reliable fishing overall.

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Jonathan Houston
Jacksonville, Florida
Reported: 4 months ago

Jonathan Houston Jacksonville, Florida Reported: 4 months ago

Over the last several weeks we have seen an awesome bite of Sheepshead and Redfish. There have been a lot of upperslot redfish in the 24-27 inch range too. The sheepshead fishing has been steady near the inlets in our area with a wide variety in sizes. Our baits of choice lately have been fiddler crabs, sand fleas, and live Shrimp. I like to mix some cut mullet into the day on key spots to target Redfish. As the New Year begins I am preparing to target the same two species I spoke about above but typically see a few other species regularly like Seatrout and black drum. Although some days are cold to us the fish love it here in the winter.

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Dave Sipler
Jacksonville, Florida
Reported: 4 months ago

Dave Sipler Jacksonville, Florida Reported: 4 months ago

Hooked up on my old school sliding float rig at 12 ft. With live shrimp. Fishing around docks in a lot of current. We've gotten to the boat before, but all four were lost, probably 15 to 20 lb redfish. We ended up leaving there with a bunch of small Mangrove snappers that we didn't keep.
Hit the marsh creeks, and cast live shrimp on jig heads. And finished the day up with a 25-in red fish and a 20 inch redfish

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Michael Keith with Captain Mike - Backcountry Adventures
Green Cove Springs, Florida
Reported: 4 months ago

Bite is on fire, water is cleared up with cooler temps for good sight fishing.

Michael Keith with Captain Mike - Backcountry Adventures Green Cove Springs, Florida Reported: 4 months ago

Bite is on fire, water is cleared up with cooler temps for good sight fishing.

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Frank Cole
Jacksonville, Florida
Reported: 4 months ago

Sheepshead are biting! Got great weather for the next week.

Frank Cole Jacksonville, Florida Reported: 4 months ago

Sheepshead are biting! Got great weather for the next week.

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★★★★★
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
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
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

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