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Everything to Know About Booking a Crystal River bottom fishing charter

What are the best bottom fishing charters in Crystal River?

Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Crystal River with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 12 bottom fishing trips in Crystal River, and the most popular trips in the area are Crushin' It Inshore Special guided by Leon, SheepsHead Trips guided by Sam, and Gag Grouper 20-50 Miles Offshore guided by Alan.

Our guides in Crystal River are rated a 4.9 out of 5 based on 3806 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 Crystal River? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Crystal River.

What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Crystal River?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Crystal River as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Crystal River are: 1. cobia, 2. gag grouper, 3. mangrove snapper, 4. redfish, and 5. speckled trout.

How much do Crystal River bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing in Crystal River can range anywhere from about $500 to $1,430, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Crystal River is $669. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Crystal River is $974.

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 Crystal River?

The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Crystal River is summer, and most anglers book their trips 46 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was perfect. Despite cold weather, Captain Kevin did everything to make sure the boys were catching fish, and they all did. He shared his knowledge about the local waterways and animals/fish, and the kids learned a lot. He was great with the kids! He was very patient and taught them a lot. We will definitely use Captain Experiences and Captain Kevin again when we return to Crystal River.

    Amanda S. | December 27, 2022

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

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