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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Jacksonville

Jacksonville Inshore Fishing

100% (6) Guided by Bill
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $495
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Jetty, River, Flats Fishing Charter in Jacksonville

Backwater Redfish, Flounder, Sea Trout

100% (1) Guided by Ron
18 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Jacksonville

Jacksonville Nearshore/ Offshore

100% (6) Guided by Bill
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $695
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, River, Flats Fishing Charter in Jacksonville

Jacksonville Adventure Half To Full Day!

100% (2) Guided by Austin
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Jacksonville

Offshore Thriller - 24' Pair Custom

NEW Guided by Joe
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Jetty, River Fishing Charter in Jacksonville

Half Day Jetty Trip

100% (4) Guided by Frank
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $475
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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Jacksonville

Offshore Fishing Jacksonville

NEW Guided by Jeremy
25 ft 1 - 10 People From $700
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Jacksonville

Summer Time Offshore Fishing

NEW Guided by Jeremy
25 ft 1 - 10 People From $700
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Jacksonville

Jacksonville Fishing Trip

NEW Guided by Robbie
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
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Nearshore Fishing Charter in Jacksonville

Jacksonville Sight Casting

100% (4) Guided by Frank
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $800
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Nearshore Fishing Charter in Jacksonville

Nearshore Kingfish Special

100% (4) Guided by Frank
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Jacksonville

Afternoon Shark Fishing

NEW Guided by Joe
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
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Everything to Know About Booking a Jacksonville live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Jacksonville?

The best live bait fishing charters in Jacksonville are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 40 live bait fishing trips in Jacksonville, and the most popular trips in the area are Jacksonville Inshore Fishing guided by , Backwater Redfish, Flounder, Sea Trout guided by , and Jacksonville nearshore/ Offshore guided by .

Our guides in Jacksonville are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 4128 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 Jacksonville? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Jacksonville.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Jacksonville?

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

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

How much do Jacksonville live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Jacksonville can range anywhere from about $550 to $1,800, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Jacksonville is $858. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Jacksonville is $1,158.

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 Jacksonville?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Jacksonville is spring, and most anglers book their trips 26 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Don is truly a 5 star fishing guide. He's a better guy. I've been fishing for over 50 years, and as I hoped, Captain Don showed me several ticks and trips I'd never seen. No matter your experience level, he has something to help. We had a great day on the water, and had a great conversation. Darn fish just kept bugging us though.

    Dan D. | July 1, 2023

    Trip: Full Day or Half-day Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had an unbelievable time with Captain James and I can't wait to fish with him again. Was in the area for a wedding and was looking to head offshore so we booked with James. He kept in touch leading up to our trip and let us know the kings were running. We headed out through the St. Mary's jetties and set up on the troll after catching some baitfish on the buoys. There were a couple other boats out and no one seemed to get a bite, the kings just weren't biting. From there, Capt. James took us to one of his snapper spots and we reeled em in on every drop. Everyone caught fish and James was super patient helping one buddy who was offshore for the first time. James was a blast to fish with and was super knowledgeable about the area and its history. His center console split the chop like butter. Will be back! - Jonathan with Captain Experiences

    Jonathan N. | June 16, 2022

    Trip: 3/4 day Offshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Our 6-hour in-shore fishing trip with Captain Billy was such a great time! He's definitely done his fair share of charters and we were lucky enough to catch quite a few fish. He followed all sizing restrictions and made sure we were on fish at every spot we went to. After, he showed us the proper way to clean fish. We will most definitely do another charter with him in the future.

    Ileana W. | August 12, 2021

    Trip: Jacksonville nearshore/ Offshore

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