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Everything to Know About Booking a Port St. Joe bottom fishing charter

What are the best bottom fishing charters in Port St. Joe?

Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Port St. Joe with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 16 bottom fishing trips in Port St. Joe, and the most popular trips in the area are 6 Hour Offshore Trip guided by Cory, Near Shore guided by Keven, and 8hr Offshore Trip guided by Christopher.

Our guides in Port St. Joe are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 7237 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 Port St. Joe? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Port St. Joe.

What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Port St. Joe?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Port St. Joe as well as nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Port St. Joe are: 1. red snapper and 2. redfish.

How much do Port St. Joe bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing in Port St. Joe can range anywhere from about $700 to $3,000, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Port St. Joe is $1,257. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Port St. Joe is $2,321.

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 Port St. Joe?

The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Port St. Joe is summer, and most anglers book their trips 24 days in advance.

Do I need a Port St. Joe fishing license and what are the bag limits in Port St. Joe?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great time.

    Stephen H. | April 18, 2026

    Trip: Reeling In Memories

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great trip! Everyone caught fish. Captain Corey and Dillon were awesome! Great job!

    Daryl D. | October 16, 2025

    Trip: 6 Hour Offshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Knowledgeable and attentive. Would retain him again

    Brent S. | October 6, 2025

    Trip: Reeling In Memories

  • ★★★★★
    We went out with Hunter and his brother, Josh, and they were super kind, professional, and did a great job working with our desires. We bottom fished and landed a ton of Snapper and then trolled and got lucky during a season of few Mackeral to land a King for my son to pull in! It was a great time and they met a lot of our small asks as well, giving us a wonderful experience! Thanks Hunter and Josh!

    Matt B. | July 23, 2025

    Trip: Reeling In Memories

  • ★★★★★
    Hunter and his mate/brother Josh were great hosts to us and had us taken care of right. They were prepared and knowledgeable and kept us on fish. Even with some bad weather toward the end of the trip we were able to stick it out and put a couple of big King Mackerel in the boat before the storm hit. Highly recommend these guys!

    Tyrell D. | July 16, 2025

    Trip: Reeling In Memories

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