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Everything to Know About Booking a Ruskin bottom fishing charter

Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Ruskin with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 184 bottom 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 Ruskin Inshore guided by Jarrod.

Our guides in Ruskin are rated a 4.96 out of 5 based on 5156 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 Ruskin? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Ruskin.

What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Ruskin?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Ruskin as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Ruskin are: 1. african pompano, 2. amberjack, 3. gag grouper, 4. goliath grouper, and 5. hogfish.

How much do Ruskin bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing in Ruskin can range anywhere from about $600 to $5,500, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Ruskin is $1,652. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Ruskin is $3,388.

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 Ruskin?

The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Ruskin is summer, and most anglers book their trips 22 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

  • ★★★★★
    Tommy and Alex were fantastic! Very laid back yet professional the entire trip. They put us on some nice American Reds and a few nice grouper, as well as, a ton of shorties that had to be thrown back. We could have had a lot more if those dang sharks were not everywhere, but we still filled the box. AND to end the day, we caught a diamondback rattler crossing the inlet. It was some kind of crazy and I am sure we will have a lasting memory for the rest of our lives… Thanks Tommy & Alex, we had a fantastic time and I look forward to hopefully booking again with you real soon!

    Edward B. | July 14, 2025

    Trip: 8 hour Offshore Epic Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We made a full 8 hr trip with Capt. Tommy and his mate Alex. Fishing started out hot but slowed down later in the day, but fishing on a full moon is never ideal. The boat was great, lots of room for the 6 of us to relax and fish comfortably. Tommy and Alex were very entertaining and were great with the 3 first time fishermen we had in our party. I highly recommend fishing with Capt. Tommy, we certainly will!

    Andrew M. | July 13, 2025

    Trip: 8 hour Offshore Epic Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome time can’t wait to do it again. Highly recommended!!! Vasiliy waited for us to get a cooler and ice to bring the fish back with us. We cooked the fish the next night. Great Captain Vasiliy thanks for a awesome time!

    Phil L. | July 13, 2025

    Trip: 6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My guys had a great time with Captain Tommy! We had a rocky morning but Captain Tommy made sure to make this a great charter trip nonetheless. Weather was great, the fish were biting, and we got some great memories carved in! 10/10 recommend Captain Experiences and 10/10 from our Captain Tommy, everyone was helpful and great!

    Niaya V. | July 10, 2025

    Trip: Half Day 4 hrs. Offshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    The crew was great!! Had a good time with them both!! The trip was great as well, got to catch a ton of fish also seen a water spout!!

    Shawn P. | July 7, 2025

    Trip: Bottom and trolling fishing!

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