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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Fernandina Beach

The Awesome Island Experience!

100% (3) Guided by David
33 ft 1 - 4 People From $400
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Fernandina Beach

Fernandina Beach Full Day

100% (3) Guided by David
33 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,500
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, River, Flats Fishing Charter in Fernandina Beach

Amelia Island Nearshore/Backwater Trip

NEW Guided by William
22 ft 1 - 8 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Fernandina Beach

Amelia Island Inshore

100% (1) Guided by Brian
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fernandina Beach

Fernandina Beach Nearshore/Offshore

NEW Guided by Chad
27 ft 1 - 4 People From $950
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, River, Flats Fishing Charter in Fernandina Beach

Fly Fishing & Light Tackle Charter

NEW Guided by William
18 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in Fernandina Beach

Amelia Island Charter Fishing Trips.

NEW Guided by Jeff
28 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fernandina Beach

12 Hour Blue Water - 25' SeaCat

100% (1) Guided by Christopher
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fernandina Beach

Full Day Offshore Trip

100% (2) Guided by James
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $950
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fernandina Beach

Jacksonville Quick Trip

NEW Guided by Gregory
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $925
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fernandina Beach

Full Or Extended Day - 25’ SeaCat

100% (1) Guided by Christopher
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, River Fishing Charter near Fernandina Beach

Half Day Jetty Trip

100% (5) Guided by Frank
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $475
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What are the best live bait fishing charters in Fernandina Beach?

The best live bait fishing charters in Fernandina Beach are:

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Fernandina Beach with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 36 live bait fishing trips in Fernandina Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are The Awesome Island Experience! guided by , Fernandina Beach Full Day guided by , and Fernandina Beach Nearshore/Offshore guided by .

Our guides in Fernandina Beach are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 4428 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 Fernandina Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Fernandina Beach.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Fernandina Beach?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Fernandina Beach as well as jetty fishing, inshore fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Fernandina Beach are: 1. redfish, 2. tarpon, 3. kingfish, 4. cobia, and 5. speckled trout.

How much do Fernandina Beach live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Fernandina Beach can range anywhere from about $550 to $1,800, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Fernandina Beach is $907. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Fernandina Beach is $1,212.

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 Fernandina Beach?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Fernandina Beach is spring, and most anglers book their trips 24 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    My son and I had a fantastic trip!!! 5stars for sure!!!

    Casey D. | April 6, 2025

    Trip: Nearshore Kingfish Special

  • ★★★★★
    I would say that his trip was very exciting and fun, he is a nice and funny guy who knows what he's doing when it comes to fishing. We caught a bunch of different kinds of fish, huge and small. I would say me and my dad had a great time with austin, if you want a learning experience austin is your guy.

    Justin R. | April 4, 2025

    Trip: Jacksonville Adventure Half to Full Day!

  • ★★★★★
    We have been on a few charters, but this one was, by far, the best! Joe was AMAZING in every way. We caught so many fish, despite the season being a bit behind, (which he was very upfront about), he was personable, kind, friendly, knowledgeable, fun, entertaining - literally everything you could want or need in a guide. We will not choose any other guide whenever we are here - which is every 3 months due to our Mayo visits. As some may know, Mayo can be exhausting and stressful, but after our appointments, our time spent with Joe out fishing, honestly made all of the stress, worries, and cares disappear. I could not recommend him enough!!

    Clay A. | March 25, 2025

    Trip: St Johns River Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain David was fantastic! His knowledge and expertise made for an incredible fishing trip. We caught plenty of fish, and he went above and beyond to engage our kids, teaching them about fishing, bait, and boats along the way. He took us to multiple spots and was determined to help us land a big one—and we sure did! We had an amazing time and are already planning our next trip with him in the coming months. Highly recommend!

    Jennifer L. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: The Awesome Island Experience!

  • ★★★★★
    Very professional and fun. Also, this was our second trip with him.

    Mimi H. | March 20, 2025

    Trip: Backwater Redfish, Flounder, Sea Trout

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent captain, and we have experienced many. Knew where the fish were and took us to them and we caught them. Enough to feed a family of 8. Knowledgeable, friendly, and not overtalkative, like some.

    Steve C. | March 11, 2025

    Trip: Amelia Island Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    My husband and I had a great fishing day with Captain Frank. While the weather conditions, and tide, wasn’t fully cooperating, that was completely out of anyone’s control. Captain Frank is a great guide, very patient, calm, and easy going. It feels like you’re out on the water with an ole friend when you’re with him. We caught some speckled trout and we were very happy with day. We created new memories.😊

    Tammy E. | March 8, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Jetty Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Very enjoyable day on the water! Austin worked hard to get us on fish. My wife kicked my butt with quantity but size matters, right?!

    Jeff R. | February 2, 2025

    Trip: Jacksonville Adventure Half to Full Day!

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome experience with David. He is a great guy, easy to talk with, and a lot of experience. We had a fun time and caught plenty fish with David (and normally i never catch anything). We are already planning our next trip with David, couldn't recommend more!

    Nickie M. | January 26, 2025

    Trip: The Awesome Island Experience!

  • ★★★★★
    Austin was fantastic! We had a great trip and caught them up. He was so good with my son and taught him some great tricks to help catch the big ones.

    Ryan H. | November 17, 2024

    Trip: Jacksonville Adventure Half to Full Day!

  • ★★★★★
    Such a great experience! The captain had a great attitude and was really fun. The weather was a little off and very windy, but he still made everything fun. I appreciated his knowledge of the waterways and taking us through some different parts of the inshore areas. It was fun to see the shoreline from the water and we even hooked a few fish despite the weather. The whole group had a fantastic experience and I will be booking with Captain Bill again!

    Kathleen K. | October 28, 2024

    Trip: Jacksonville Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great fishing trip. Very friendly and knowledgeable captain that put us on the fish. The kids had a great time!

    David F. | October 13, 2024

    Trip: The Awesome Island Experience!

  • ★★★★★
    Our trip with Capt Bill was OUTSTANDING! Great boat, great teacher—my grandson learned an amazing amount about how to catch fish. I would strongly recommend Capt Bill to anyone who wants to have great fun, learn a lot, and catch great fish!!!

    John K. | July 27, 2024

    Trip: Jacksonville nearshore/ Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Bill was a great guy very knowledgeable and a pleasant to be around

    Matthew S. | March 18, 2024

    Trip: Jacksonville Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip. Frank is awesome. Boat was spacious and adequate. Asked for sheepshead, left with nine. Great job.

    Rod J. | October 17, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Jetty Trip

  • ★★★★★
    A Legit Professional and a Great guy . We had the time of our lives out there with Chris We plan on coming back in the spring for another round !!! I absolutley reccomend Adam Kuhn Clover SC

    Adam K. | October 3, 2023

    Trip: Full or Extended Day - 25’ SeaCat

  • ★★★★★
    Ron, made light of some difficult fishing conditions to ensure that i went home with a huge smile on my face after a really decent haul of a great variety of fish. He was flexible, charming and a delight to spend a day with - a day i shall treasure for some time to come.

    Marcus B. | September 29, 2023

    Trip: Backwater Redfish, Flounder, Sea Trout

  • ★★★★★
    Outstanding fishing trip and adventure with Captain Bill. Celebrating our 21st wedding anniversary, I decided to book a deep-sea fishing trip while visiting our daughter in Jacksonville Florida. Captain Bill's sense of humor, people skills, combined with his professional knowledge and experience as a Captain and fishing guide made this trip/experience a great success and one we will always cherish. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a down-to-earth Captain that is fun an a expert in his craft.

    Larry J. | September 22, 2023

    Trip: Jacksonville nearshore/ Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great time and frank is a nice guy and good Captain. Will definitely be going again soon!!

    Mike V. | September 2, 2023

    Trip: Jacksonville Creeks Trip

  • ★★★★★
    It was a great fishing trip.

    Paul | July 23, 2023

    Trip: Jacksonville nearshore/ Offshore

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