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Everything to Know About Booking a Ruskin artificial lure fishing charter

Why should I book an artificial lure fishing charter in Ruskin with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 80 artificial lure fishing trips in Ruskin, and the most popular trips in the area are Nearshore Fishing Charter guided by Drew, Tampa Bay Inshore Fishing guided by Drew, and Tampa Fly & Light Tackle guided by Jake.

Our guides in Ruskin are rated a 4.95 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 artificial lure fishing guides / fishing lessons in Ruskin? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in Ruskin.

What types of artificial lure fishing charters are common in Ruskin?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for artificial lure fishing in Ruskin as well as deep sea fishing, nearshore fishing, and inshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for artificial lure fishing in Ruskin are: 1. amberjack, 2. barracuda, 3. black seabass, 4. gag grouper, and 5. goliath grouper.

How much do Ruskin artificial lure fishing charters cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in Ruskin can range anywhere from about $500 to $2,400, but the average price for a half day trip for artificial lure fishing in Ruskin is $851. The average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in Ruskin is $1,704.

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 artificial lure fishing charter in Ruskin?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing charter in Ruskin is summer, and most anglers book their trips 10 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Joey put us on the fish almost instantly once we stopped. First drop all 4 poles hit an it was hard to make time for lunch or drinks with our deck hand Linda keeping us lock an loaded with bait and tackle. Great people an a great time! Deff would recommend these guys for any of your fishing trips!

    Keith H. | November 22, 2025

    Trip: Offshore Fishing 4-8 Hours

  • ★★★★★
    Had lots of fun

    Elam P. | November 13, 2025

    Trip: 4 Hours Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mike and Emily were terrific. He called us a few days before the trip and asked to postpone due to bad weather. When we went out they put us on the fish. Great time, highly recommend.

    Robert S. | November 3, 2025

    Trip: Nearshore/Offshore Clearwater

  • ★★★★★
    Andy was great!! Very knowledgeable and helpful. It was my daughter’s first time and she loved it. Will definitely use him again for our next trip!

    Lillian S. | October 5, 2025

    Trip: St. Petersburg Inshore Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Greg and Rob are awesome guys. Super knowledgeable and great guides. We had an awesome time!

    Sal D. | October 4, 2025

    Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience

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