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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Cedar Key

Inshore Fishing Fun

100% (3) Guided by Jayson
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $400
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Cedar Key

Cedar Key Family Fun - 24’ Carolina

100% (1) Guided by Jason
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $350
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Cedar Key

Family Fishing Fun

100% (3) Guided by Jayson
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
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Lake Fishing Trip in Cedar Key

Central Florida Freshwater Trip

100% (1) Guided by Jason
24 ft 1 - 3 People From $350
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Cedar Key

Coastal Catching Fun-21’ Sportsman

100% (5) Guided by Justin
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Cedar Key

SheepsHead Trips

NEW Guided by Sam
33 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,500
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Inshore Fishing Charter near Cedar Key

Nature Coast Inshore Trip

100% (1) Guided by Mike
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Cedar Key

Cobia Adventure

NEW Guided by Alan
23 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,000
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Cedar Key

Grouper Special

100% (7) Guided by Kevin
24 ft 1 - 12 People From $650
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Cedar Key

Inshore Fishing Charter

100% (1) Guided by Brian
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Cedar Key

Inshore/Nearshore Trip

100% (1) Guided by Vince
19 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
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Inshore, Nearshore, River, Flats Fishing Charter near Cedar Key

Crystal River Near And Inshore

100% (7) Guided by Kevin
24 ft 1 - 12 People From $450
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Everything to Know About Booking a Cedar Key live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Cedar Key?

The best live bait fishing charters in Cedar Key are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 6 live bait fishing trips in Cedar Key, and the most popular trips in the area are Inshore Fishing Fun guided by Jayson, Central Florida Freshwater Trip guided by Jason, and Family Fishing Fun guided by Jayson.

Our guides in Cedar Key are rated a 4.95 out of 5 based on 3799 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Cedar Key? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Cedar Key.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Cedar Key?

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

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Cedar Key are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. snook, 4. cobia, and 5. mangrove snapper.

How much do Cedar Key live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Cedar Key can range anywhere from about $500 to $1,480, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Cedar Key is $693. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Cedar Key is $917.

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 live bait fishing charter in Cedar Key?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Cedar Key is spring, and most anglers book their trips 39 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

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Robbie was AWESOME & we had a GREAT time!! Thank y'all!!

    Julie T. | August 11, 2024

    Trip: In or Near Shore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    We had 2 adults and 4 kids (2x11 and 2x16) and had a great day with Captain Teddy. We caught huge redfish and several black drum. He took us to a spot where we could pull a bunch of little guys up as well. The kids all rated it an A+.

    Michael R. | July 14, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Good trip bait was not available had to wait but Fishing trip was good.

    Gene N. | May 30, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Fun

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Kevin did an awesome job. Although the conditions were difficult we still caught a meal to take home with us. He was very patient with the kids and kept things entertaining and informative. Had a great time!

    Kurt G. | March 27, 2024

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great time , enough action . Bad weather, Kevin did a great job

    Kenneth K. | March 25, 2024

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Although it was a slow day of fishing Captain Robbie worked his butt off to find us some speckled trout to eat and lady fish for fun. I highly recommend Captain Robbie to anyone who wants a guide with local knowledge of the area and knows where the best fishing spots are!

    Paul P. | March 22, 2024

    Trip: In or Near Shore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Great 3 hour charter with Captain Jeremy & Hunter! Took my son and two grandsons (8 & almost 6) out. The guys were great and removed the fish from our lines and baited our hooks. We caught about 60 Grey Snappers, a few Puffer Fish and a few Sea Bass! Overall a great day! Going again at the end of the month with my daughter & son-in-law! Highly recommend these guys. They are great!

    Stephen M. | March 21, 2024

    Trip: 3hr Family Special

  • ★★★★★
    Our group of four had a great experience! Justin was knowledgeably, passionate and had lots of patience with us novice fishers.

    Betty J. | March 15, 2024

    Trip: Coastal Catching Fun-21’ Sportsman

  • ★★★★★
    We really enjoyed our trip with Capt. Robert. The boat was well maintained and the rods were smooth. He was a pleasure to spend the day with and I would have no hesitation to recommend him to anyone looking for a guide. He was friendly, helpful, patient and knowledgeable about the local area and the how's and where's to put fish in the boat. My wife caught her pb trout on this trip and I almost broke mine. He started as our Captain and finished as our friend. When we come back down, there is no need to look for another Capt., we already found the best.

    Bill M. | March 4, 2024

    Trip: In or Near Shore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    We slayed em. Had our limit in trout plus one pompano in an hour. Sport fished for the rest of the time and caught about 50 more large trout. Great trip!!!

    | March 4, 2024

    Trip: In or Near Shore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Super cool and nice had a great time.

    Danyel M. | February 25, 2024

    Trip: In or Near Shore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    My two sons and I fished with Capt. Kevin today and had a blast. Kevin worked hard to put us in fish. The day was a complete success. Caught everything from redfish to an 80lb shark with a few gag groupers a grunts in between. Don’t hesitate to fish with him. He knows the fishery and is helps that he’s a really nice guide…

    Todd P. | November 22, 2023

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Robbie was nice & took us to a ton of different spots. Had a good time

    Clay E. | October 29, 2023

    Trip: In or Near Shore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent fishing guide knows his water knows his fish the person to go with in this area best all around Guide that I have ever faced with

    Virgil R. | October 12, 2023

    Trip: Crushin' It Inshore Special

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with the captain. He was very helpful and even gave us tips on fishing FL waters from shore after our charter was over.

    Dustin L. | October 11, 2023

    Trip: In or Near Shore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Thanks so much Kevin! He worked overtime to make sure we had an epic day! Crystal River is a beautiful, amazing place and Kevin is a wonderful guide.

    Dena C. | July 5, 2023

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    5 star captain. Worked hard to get us on the bite. Super knowledgeable about the area and all of the wildlife. Great personality. Will book again in future. Family had a blast.

    Tony C. | June 26, 2023

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    I’d give him a 100 stars if I could! He was fabulous! My husband and I are retired charter captains and we know the business well. Jason was great. We fished hard, he knew the area well and provided assistance when needed. We will definitely be chartering with him again. We highly recommend him to experienced and novice fishermen. He knew the right baits, had several rods rigged for different fish and different presentations for fishing. Could not ask for more!

    Forrest M. | May 18, 2023

    Trip: Cedar Key Family Fun - 24’ Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    Brian was an amazing Captain. Put us on fish from the very beginning. Very helpful with fishing tips. Very professional. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to catch fish and have a fun trip

    Daniel G. | April 5, 2023

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    My wife booked a 3 person salt water fishing trip out of Tampa, Florida in Tampa Bay. Our Captain was John that day for 4 bours. The captain arrived early and we were on our way. He explained what we would be doing and gave us many pointers to increase our chanes of hooking up. Capt John was very friendly and knowledgeable about the fishing and the surrounding area. It was very hot that day with very little wind most captains probably would have called it a day but Capt John kept us out an extra 3 hours catching fish. He wanted us to have a great time which we did. We will be booking more trips with Capt John in the near future. I urge anyone who wishes to do some bay fishing to look up Capt John and book a trip and make some memories. Thanks to Capt John for going out of his way to make sure we had a good time.

    Karen M. | March 2, 2023

    Trip: Tarpon Springs Special

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