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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, River Fishing in Bradenton

Exploring Manatee County

100% (3) Guided by Noel
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Bradenton

Bradenton Classic Inshore

100% (8) Guided by Alex
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Bradenton

Kids And Family Fun Charter

100% (4) Guided by Brook
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Bradenton

Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton

100% (3) Guided by Taylor
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Sarasota

Backcountry Fire Up!

NEW Guided by Marc
25 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, Flats in Holmes Beach

Kendall Fishing Trip

NEW Guided by Phil
24 ft 1 - 2 People From $800
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Inshore, River, Flats in Ruskin

Spring Bite Is HOT!!!

NEW Guided by Ashley
26 ft 1 - 8 People From $550
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Petersburg

Inshore Fishing Charter

NEW Guided by Bryan
23 ft 1 - 12 People From $599
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Sarasota

Sarasota Fishing - 20' Sea Pro

100% (12) Guided by Darius
20 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Tampa

Tampa Bay Inshore/Nearshore Classic

100% (3) Guided by Joe
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $650
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

Tampa Bay Inshore Roundup

100% (15) Guided by Thomas
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $575
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Holmes Beach

Tampa Inshore Trip

NEW Guided by Josh
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Everything to Know About Booking a Bradenton speckled trout fishing charter

What are the best speckled trout fishing charters in Bradenton?

The best speckled trout fishing charters in Bradenton are:

Why should I book a speckled trout fishing charter in Bradenton with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 70 speckled trout trips in Bradenton, and the most popular trips in the area are Exploring Manatee County guided by Noel, Bradenton Classic Inshore guided by Alex, and Kids and Family Fun Charter guided by Brook.

Our guides in Bradenton are rated a 4.93 out of 5 based on 4474 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly speckled trout guides / fishing lessons in Bradenton? Check out our beginner and family friendly speckled trout guides in Bradenton.

What types of speckled trout fishing charters are common in Bradenton?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for speckled trout in Bradenton as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Bradenton are light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, and cut bait fishing but live bait fishing and trolling are popular as well.

How much do Bradenton speckled trout fishing charters cost?

Prices for speckled trout in Bradenton can range anywhere from about $500 to $1,500, but the average price for a half day trip for speckled trout in Bradenton is $679. The average price for a full day trip for speckled trout in Bradenton is $1,108.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for speckled trout fishing in Bradenton?

The most popular season for speckled trout fishing in Bradenton is spring, and most anglers book their trips 10 days in advance.

Do I need a Bradenton fishing license for speckled trout and what are the bag limits for speckled trout in Bradenton?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Bradenton, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Bradenton. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Bradenton.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had such an amazing day with Captain Wade! The boys caught a lot of different types of fish and so many that they lost count. It was the perfect ending to our trip! Thank you to Captain Experiences for facilitating the tour ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Deanna N. | May 1, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Great day of fishing. Captain Andrew knows his Florida fishing. We were put on the fish right away. We moved around just to fill our requests of a few different species. At ease personality, great instructions, feedback, upbeat attitude.

    Jeff G. | April 28, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip AM

  • ★★★★★
    We had a lot of fun

    Evan V. | April 27, 2025

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip start to finish. An excellent day on the water

    James M. | April 23, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Great Trip! We caught 4 different species of fish and constant action. Taylor was very knowledgeable of the area, safe and fun to fish with!! I will book a trip with him again!

    Eric U. | April 18, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Alex. He too is to a good spot that was just our speed and worked hard to help us keep our lines in the water. We caught bunch of speckled trout and mackerel. Then hit a nice spot to swim and shell before heading back in. Alex was personable and helped make our experience a memorable one. His boat was perfect for our group of 5. We would highly recommend heading out with Alex!

    Jarrod B. | April 18, 2025

    Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Fun trip with George. Very professional and helpful.

    James M. | April 14, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Fun

  • ★★★★★
    Chris was amazing, from beginning to end. Very personable, professional and knowledgeable. We hope to use him again very soon!!!

    Scott C. | April 14, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing Classic

  • ★★★★★
    Hank hit all the right spots to catch enough tasty sheepshead fish and snapper to make a great fishing day out of a bad weather one. As a fair weather recreational boater and fisherman we were able to avoid the seasickness from the choppy windy conditions and make it worthwhile for the 3 teen boys for 4 hours hooking probably twenty fish with 8 good size keepers filleted by him right on shore.

    James A. | April 5, 2025

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Wade did great! He put us on fish within the first 20 minutes of being on his boat and we were catching fish the entire trip. He did great helping our kids learn how to catch and reel in the fish.

    Jacob F. | March 25, 2025

    Trip: St. Petersburg Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Christian was our guide and he was great to fish with. He was very knowledgeable and accommodating. He was very kind to my grandsons and helped them out whenever needed.

    Don R. | March 20, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Fun in the Florida Sun

  • ★★★★★
    Great Captain and experience. Girls first fishing trip. They caught a ton. Thanks, James

    James C. | March 15, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Fun in the Florida Sun

  • ★★★★★
    Tony was excellent he worked hard to get us fish. My friends and I had a great time will definitely book with him again!

    Dan M. | March 13, 2025

    Trip: Bountiful Backwaters of Sarasota

  • ★★★★★
    First trip and will do it again. Captin Hank put us on the fish and kept the ky music playing.

    Lee M. | March 3, 2025

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    WE had an amazing time on our fishing trip. Captain JOHN was awesome, attentive, answered all our questions, there wasn't a dull moment !! HE ROCKS !!!!!! We caught a lot of fish and learned so much about how to fish - correctly ;) . We will definitely be back on his boat and be referring him to all our friends !!!

    Nicole M. | February 28, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Austin was super. Couldn't have ask for a nicer more experienced fishing guide. Very knowledgeable . Definitely recommend him and will.use him again.

    Darrell G. | February 23, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Adventure - 26' Stapleton

  • ★★★★★
    We had an excellent time with Captain John. We went to multiple locations and had really good luck. My wife and grandson had great time listening to Capt. John and caught a lot of fish.

    Marty A. | February 15, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Hank was a wonderful addition to our trip! He was smart, funny and a great conversationalist. The fishing was slow but we knew that with the pre day conversation of wind and murky water. We caught an array of different species including a bonnet head shark. Thanks for making memories with us Hank! See you next trip down from Canada!

    Kelly M. | February 13, 2025

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tommy is awesome! I searched through all the guides for a Tampa Bay fishing trip. Decided to pick Tommy because he would take take kids. And while my son and I aren't kids, I figured he must be a patient man. Boy was I right! We aren't novice fisherman by any means, but I don't particularly like a judgmental guide. Captain Tommy is great, gave us lots of options. I specifically said we just wanted action, and we sure got that. Seven hour charter under the absolute worst conditions! Absolute low tide with a full moon cycle at the start. We ended up with 52 fish landed.

    John W. | February 12, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Flats, Mangroves & Bay

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip. Took my two boys out and caught fish all day. Great captain! Friendy and engaging. This captain knows all the tricks! Great time, can't wait to do it again.

    Christopher S. | February 9, 2025

    Trip: Gulf Coast Inshore Slam

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