The 15 Best Inshore Fishing Charters In Clearwater (Summer 2023)

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Flats, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Clearwater

Clearwater Classic

100% (8) Guided by William

21 ft 4 People From $550 total

Damn Good Guide

Flats, Inshore Fishing Charter in Clearwater

Clearwater Flats Sightfishing

100% (5) Guided by Tyson

25 ft 5 People From $450 total

Damn Good Guide

Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Clearwater

Clearwater Flats Fishing

100% (9) Guided by Craig

21 ft 3 People From $470 total

Top Targeted Species in Clearwater

Tarpon

Redfish

Snook

Half Day and Full Day Inshore Fishing Trips in Clearwater

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Everything to Know About Booking a Clearwater inshore fishing charter

What are the best inshore fishing charters in Clearwater?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 89 inshore trips in Clearwater, and the most popular trips in the area are Tampa Bay Fishing Classic guided by Christopher, Tampa Bay Inshore Adventure guided by Wade, and Clearwater Classic guided by William.

Our guides in Clearwater are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 7329 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and 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.

Other popular cities nearby for booking an Inshore charter include St. Petersburg, Tampa and Ruskin.

What types of inshore fishing charters are common in Clearwater?

The most commonly sought after species for inshore 1 are: 1. tarpon, 2. redfish, 3. snook, and 4. speckled trout.

The most common fishing techniques in Clearwater are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and artificial lure fishing but drift fishing and sight casting are popular as well.

How much do Clearwater inshore fishing charters cost?

for inshore fishing in Clearwater prices can range anywhere from $250 to $2,700, but the average price for a half day trip for inshore fishing in Clearwater is $595. The average price for a full day trip for inshore fishing in Clearwater is $913.

What month is best for inshore fishing in Clearwater?

The most popular season for inshore fishing in Clearwater is spring, and most anglers book their trips 13 days in advance.

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

You’re in luck! Our fishing tours in Clearwater don’t require you to purchase a fishing license – your group is covered by your boat’s captain. See here for more information on bag limits and fishing season regulations in Clearwater.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

★★★★★
Very knowledgable about the area, great guy and lots of fun on water. You can’t go wrong with Captain Nick. Thank you again.
Wyatt P. with Nick H. of Clearwater, Florida
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What an awesome trip! Captain Brad is super knowledgeable and was a great help with not only the typical trivia questions but tips and tricks on techniques and your style of fishing. He was willing to work with me on getting a variety of fish but also taking the time to get a tarpon, which was well worth the wait. He was a great coach during the long battle and would've lost it if it weren't for him. The boat was great and would work well for a smaller group. Overall was a fantastic trip. Ill be sure to book Captain Brad again next time I'm in the area.
Jonathan S. with Brad D. of Clearwater, Florida
★★★★★
Excellent guide and great fishing. Had a perfect time.
Mike N. with Tyson W. of Clearwater, Florida
★★★★★
Wade was great! Patient with us newbie fishermen and didn't give up trying to find us fish for dinner. Great time. Thanks!
Henry C. with Wade O. of Tampa, Florida
★★★★★
Chris was excellent. Great knowledge nice boat had a fantastic time. Thank you so much.
Brian C. with Christopher T. of Tampa, Florida
★★★★★
Great trip, great captain.
. with Cody B. of Tampa, Florida
★★★★★
We had a wonderful vacation at Clearwater Beach Florida. So many memories. The totally enjoyed fishing with Captain Christopher, he was knowledgeable and easy to talk with. Good time for them. Only comment was a little larger boat for the four of them. But then they like to move around…thank you for the memories. Denise
Denise S. with Christopher T. of Tampa, Florida
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We had the best time with Capt. Kevin! We caught tons of fish and he was informative and engaging. I could not recommend more. The boat is also fantastic. Beautifully maintained custom boat with great speakers. Can't wait to get on the water with him again!
Harper W. with Kevin W. of St. Pete Beach, Florida
★★★★★
Captain Phil is Great!!’n Phil is very personable and put you on fish. Phil shared pointers on fishing techniques to help you catch fish. A lot of fishing action in the Tampa Bay fishery!!! You can’t go wrong by chartering with Phil, you’ll leave a friends. 😎 “Phil’s a damn GOOD Captain”
Brad S. with Phil P. of Ruskin, Florida
★★★★★
It was a blast! Chris knew where the fish were biting. And I caught my first hammerhead shark! Overall 10/10!
Laura K. with Christopher T. of Tampa, Florida
★★★★★
Brad is a very friendly and experienced captain. He said he would put us on some fish and did exactly that.
Donnie L. with Brad D. of Clearwater, Florida
★★★★★
Bad weather plagued our trip. A big fog bank rolled in on us. Caught a few but it could have been better. I saw no other boats catching fish either. Chris knows his stuff and I'm booking a Tarpon trip with him next month.
Walter R. with Christopher T. of Tampa, Florida
★★★★★
Captain Ray was great with our kids and got us into a lot of fish. Load of fun.
Jasin P. with Ray C. of St. Petersburg, Florida
★★★★★
Had an awesome time. Brad is knowledgeable and super friendly.
Heidi H. with Brad D. of Clearwater, Florida
★★★★★
The trip I had with Captain Roy was amazing! Being from out of town he was very helpful because I'm used to fishing for pan fish and fishing in Florida is a little different then that. My buddy, his 6 year old son, and I all had a lot of laughs and caught some fish. Caught my biggest fish and got to see a dolphin swimming around our boat. I'll definitely be planning on another trip with Captain Roy.
Mark C. with Roy J. of St. Petersburg, Florida
★★★★★
Had a great time! Caught a lot of fish! Would recommend!
Michael H. with Christopher T. of St. Petersburg, Florida
★★★★★
Captain Chris put us on some fish and made us laugh!!! Made a good experience out of a hot day! 10/10 recommend! We had a blast
Madelyn S. with Christopher T. of Tampa, Florida
★★★★★
Christopher was an excellent captain and fishing guide who gave me and my buddy a memorable trip across tampa bay! We caught many shark, and other fish at our stops. If you’re anywhere near the Tampa area it’s worth the drive and Captain Christopher will make the experience a life long memory!
Julian K. with Christopher T. of Tampa, Florida
★★★★★
Captain William was very helpful and knowledgeable of the waters. He was very patient with our children answering a lot of questions and instructing them on how to properly fish.
Rebecca B. with William P. of Clearwater, Florida
★★★★★
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. with Brian H. of Hudson, Florida