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Everything to Know About Booking a Cedar Key bottom fishing charter

Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Cedar Key with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 10 bottom fishing trips in Cedar Key, and the most popular trips in the area are Battling Sharks! guided by Jayson, Crystal River Rod-Bender guided by Mark, and Inshore Fishing Trip guided by Will.

Our guides in Cedar Key are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 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 bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in Cedar Key? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Cedar Key.

What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Cedar Key?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Cedar Key as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Cedar Key are: 1. cobia, 2. gag grouper, 3. goliath grouper, 4. redfish, and 5. speckled trout.

How much do Cedar Key bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing in Cedar Key can range anywhere from about $600 to $1,400, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Cedar Key is $794. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Cedar Key is $1,130.

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 on a bottom fishing charter in Cedar Key?

The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Cedar Key is winter, and most anglers book their trips 45 days in advance.

Do I need a Cedar Key fishing license and what are the bag limits in Cedar Key?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Our trip with Captain Will was excellent! He’s a great fisherman and we caught a variety of fish. He knows the area well and is highly recommended!

    Mark J. | May 28, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a terrific fishing experience. Captain Mark was enthusiastic, helpful, very knowledgeable about the area and put us on enough fish to limit us out. The entire experience was enjoyable and productive, well worth the cost.

    Laura S. | December 9, 2024

    Trip: Crystal River Rod-Bender

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