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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in New Smyrna Beach

10- 20 Mile Keeper Trip

100% (3) Guided by Leon
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $650
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in New Smyrna Beach

Deep Sea Fishing

100% (3) Guided by Brad
27 ft 1 - 12 People From $750
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, River Fishing Charter in New Smyrna Beach

3 Hour AM Quick Trip

100% (8) Guided by Todd
24 ft 1 - 10 People From $300
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in New Smyrna Beach

Redfish, Trophy Seatrout And Snook!

NEW Guided by Tony
17 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in New Smyrna Beach

Sight Fishing Mosquito Lagoon

NEW Guided by Mike
19 ft 1 - 3 People From $400
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Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in New Smyrna Beach

Near Shore

NEW Guided by Mike
23 ft 1 - 2 People From $650
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in New Smyrna Beach

Inshore Bay And Flats Fishing

100% (1) Guided by Matt
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $400
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, River, Flats Fishing Charter in New Smyrna Beach

3hr Inshore Fishing Charter

100% (3) Guided by Brad
18 ft 1 - 6 People From $465
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Inshore Fishing Charter in New Smyrna Beach

Fishing Daytona

NEW Guided by Mike
23 ft 1 - 3 People From $450
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in New Smyrna Beach

Gulfstream Trolling & Bottom Fish

NEW Guided by Jordan
30 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,250
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in New Smyrna Beach

East Coast Offshore/Nearshore

100% (1) Guided by Jerry
39 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
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Inshore Fishing Charter in New Smyrna Beach

New Smyrna Beach Inshore Trip

NEW Guided by Ryan
1 - 6 People From $500
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What are the best live bait fishing charters in New Smyrna Beach?

The best live bait fishing charters in New Smyrna Beach are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 64 live bait fishing trips in New Smyrna Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are 10- 20 mile Keeper trip guided by Leon, Deep Sea Fishing guided by Brad, and Inshore Saltwater Run guided by Todd.

Our guides in New Smyrna Beach are rated a 4.95 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in New Smyrna Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in New Smyrna Beach.

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

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in New Smyrna Beach as well as inshore fishing, flats fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in New Smyrna Beach are: 1. redfish, 2. snook, 3. mangrove snapper, 4. speckled trout, and 5. black drum.

How much do New Smyrna Beach live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in New Smyrna Beach can range anywhere from about $450 to $1,986, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in New Smyrna Beach is $836. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in New Smyrna Beach is $1,377.

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 New Smyrna Beach?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in New Smyrna Beach is spring, and most anglers book their trips 20 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great Captain put us on the fish everywhere. We stopped very knowledgeable.!

    Dorcel T. | November 28, 2024

    Trip: Ledges and Reef Run

  • ★★★★★
    I took my two Sons, (13 ) and (15) out for some In Shore Fishing and we had a fantastic time. Fishing was good, spots we went to were great. Capt. Mike was very attentive and helpful. We caught a lot of Fish and could not have been more thankful for our Capt. choice. Thanks again MIke!

    Stephen H. | November 24, 2024

    Trip: 4 Hour Inshore/Near 1-5pm

  • ★★★★★
    Our group of 5 had a great experience with Scott, also known as “Steve”. It was a beautiful day on the water. Scott was knowledgeable and quickly responded when we needed him… which was often, as we were not experienced! We’ll go out with Scott again!

    Margaret M. | October 5, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Grocery Run and Trophy Hunt

  • ★★★★★
    Phenomenal experience for the kids first Deep Sea fishing trip. Aaron is extremely knowledgeable in his profession which resulted in us never waiting more than a few seconds on a fish to hit. Highly recommended!!

    Ashlee K. | October 3, 2024

    Trip: Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great day and very knowledgeable in the area! We enjoyed the our trip.

    Romil J. | September 22, 2024

    Trip: Ledges and Reef Run

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Scott was amazing. We all had a awsome time. Highly recommended you book your charter with Captain Scott. We will be back.

    David L. | September 5, 2024

    Trip: Ledges and Reef Run

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time out on the water with Captain Scott!

    Travis A. | September 4, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Grocery Run and Trophy Hunt

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brad was awesome! We were part of his crew and although it wasn’t the greatest of water conditions, we still ended the day with fun fishing. Would highly recommend Brad. We will be back

    Bryan S. | August 29, 2024

    Trip: Deep Sea Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    The four of us had a great time fishing with Captain Todd! We did a quick morning trip and it was just enough for all of us to catch a handful of fish. Todd was very knowledgeable and a great guide. Would definitely go again!

    Natalie B. | August 22, 2024

    Trip: 3 hour AM Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Thank you Capt Neal for getting us in on short notice. Had a great time!

    Mark C. | August 7, 2024

    Trip: 2-Hour Oak Hill Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My 9 year old son and I had a wonderful time. Captain Neal was friendly and informative. We caught trout, sailcat, and hooked and saw a tarpon but it broke the line about 10-15 feet from the boat. It was amazing. We are returning to Florida in December and we will be booking with Captain Neal again.

    Jeremy P. | August 3, 2024

    Trip: 2-Hour Oak Hill Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Brad and his first mate were awesome!! He really knows his stuff and strives to make sure everyone on board is happy and catch fish. Highly recommend!

    Chad P. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Deep Sea Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Neal is a very knowledgeable Captain, very laid back and a great teacher. It was a slow bite at the beginning of our trip but Captain Neal put us on the fish. We caught many Trout, brought in 4 keepers, a ladyfish, several Kack " Crevalle, and the shark pictured. Great time. Plan on booking again when I am in town.

    George S. | July 28, 2024

    Trip: 2-Hour Oak Hill Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Todd was great! Very informative regarding species of fish being caught. He cleaned our fish we kept as well. It was awesome being able to eat fresh catch same day! We will definitely make this an annual event during our beach trip from now on.

    Nicole L. | July 27, 2024

    Trip: 3 hour AM Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Captain Scott. Caught a lot and he was on point the whole time. Very helpful and insightful on the different fish that was caught.

    Shawn M. | July 24, 2024

    Trip: Ledges and Reef Run

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Kevin did a great job. Put us on a good spot for flounder. Water Temp had changed drastically and he still got us on the fish. Would definitely choose him again. Fun guy on the boat.

    Dave R. | July 23, 2024

    Trip: 4-6 Hour Inshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Matt was great. The crew managed to not only we engage positively with our 4-person party, but Matt ensured that our daughters had fun throughout. He left the course mainly up to us, since we had 2 younger children with us. I'll definitely come back to this charter service!

    Joshua R. | July 16, 2024

    Trip: Chasing Deep Water Giants

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Scott is simply amazing!!!! He totally enjoyed his sense of humor and it was so awesome to interact with him during our fishing trip. When a storm popped up and we had to cut our fishing trip 2 hours short it was refreshing to not be nervous on the rough seas as Captain Scott remained calm and talked to us all the way back to shore!! Can NOT wait to go back and book again with Captain Scott!!!!

    Kimberly K. | July 15, 2024

    Trip: Ledges and Reef Run

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Matt put us on the fish and we smashed it. Thanks Capt!

    Tim B. | July 6, 2024

    Trip: Mosquito Lagoon Backcountry

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Kevin is the man! Had an answer to every question we had and knew what he was talking about! Caught a lot of fish and had a great time! Would highly recommend booking a trip with Kevin!

    Ben E. | July 2, 2024

    Trip: 4-6 Hour Inshore Fishing Trip

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