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Inshore, River, Flats in Palmetto

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Flexible Departure Inshore Fishing

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Everything to Know About Booking a Palmetto river fishing charter

Why should I book a river fishing charter in Palmetto with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 17 river trips in Palmetto, and the most popular trips in the area are 4-8 HR Inshore Trip guided by Matt, Back Country Artificial Trip guided by Matt, and Gulf Blue Crab Charters guided by Jarrod.

Our guides in Palmetto are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 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 river guides / fishing lessons in Palmetto? Check out our beginner and family friendly river guides in Palmetto.

What types of river fishing charters are common in Palmetto?

The most commonly sought after species for river fishing are: 1. crab, 2. blacktip shark, 3. bonnethead shark, 4. cobia, and 5. gag grouper.

The most common fishing techniques in Palmetto are drift fishing, trolling, and bottom fishing but cut bait fishing and live bait fishing are popular as well.

How much do Palmetto river fishing charters cost?

Prices for river fishing in Palmetto can range anywhere from about $456 to $988, but the average price for a half day trip for river fishing in Palmetto is $582. The average price for a full day trip for river fishing in Palmetto is $858.

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 river fishing in Palmetto?

The most popular season for river fishing in Palmetto is summer, and most anglers book their trips 29 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time catching fish. Billy was patient with us and extremely helpful. 10 out of 10 would recommend!

    Sebastian L. | October 4, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Bay / Flats

  • ★★★★★
    Brad was excite with my Grandson’s he made out fishing trip well worth it. Class act and will fish with him again for sure.

    Dan B. | September 6, 2025

    Trip: Central FL Freshwater Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Frankie knows where the fish are and worked tirelessly to get us to them. Very glad I chose his charter. I plan to be a repeat customer.

    James J. | August 4, 2025

    Trip: Grouper And Snapper Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Wonderful time on the water. Captain George was extremely pleasant, knowledgeable and active in catching all types of inshore fish. Definitely would use again.

    Anthony P. | June 8, 2025

    Trip: St Petersburg Inshore Fishing!!!

  • ★★★★★
    Had a blast, Billy took care of us, taught us how to fish and we caught more than we expected. A ton of fun.

    Andrew M. | June 5, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Bay / Flats

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