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Inshore Fishing Charter in Ruskin

Tampa Bay Inshore Fishing

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20 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
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Nearshore Fishing Charter in Ruskin

Nearshore Fishing Charter

NEW Guided by Drew
20 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Ruskin

Tampa Bay Inshore Fishing

NEW Guided by Jarrod
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $450
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Ruskin

Tampa Bay Sharkfest - 25’ Sportsman

NEW Guided by Jarrod
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Ruskin

Middle Grounds - 48’ Yacht Sport Fish

100% (2) Managed by Ron
48 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,999
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Ruskin

Offshore Drag Ripper

100% (4) Guided by Chris
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,970
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Ruskin

4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

100% (3) Guided by Hank
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $400
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Ruskin

St. Pete Full Day Offshore

NEW Guided by Martin
30 ft 1 - 5 People From $1,850
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Ruskin

Targeting Trophies - 31' Pursuit

100% (2) Guided by Keith
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,500
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Ruskin

Madeira Beach Quick Getaway

100% (2) Guided by Keith
31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Ruskin

Offshore Catch And Release

100% (7) Guided by Cameron
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Ruskin

Clearwater Mixed Bag Trip

100% (9) Guided by Gage
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Everything to Know About Booking a Ruskin jigging charter

What are the best jigging charters in Ruskin?

The best jigging charters in Ruskin are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 63 jigging trips in Ruskin, and the most popular trips in the area are Tampa Bay Inshore Fishing guided by Drew, Nearshore Fishing Charter guided by Drew, and Tampa Bay Sharkfest - 25’ Sportsman guided by Jarrod.

Our guides in Ruskin are rated a 4.91 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 jigging guides / fishing lessons in Ruskin? Check out our beginner and family friendly jigging guides in Ruskin.

What types of jigging charters are common in Ruskin?

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

The most commonly sought after species for jigging in Ruskin are: 1. gag grouper, 2. mangrove snapper, 3. red grouper, 4. red snapper, and 5. kingfish.

How much do Ruskin jigging fishing charters cost?

Prices for jigging in Ruskin can range anywhere from about $600 to $5,500, but the average price for a half day trip for jigging in Ruskin is $1,372. The average price for a full day trip for jigging in Ruskin is $3,023.

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 jigging charter in Ruskin?

The most popular season to go on a jigging 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

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. We caught around 40 fish. Gray snapper, Redfish, Porgy, and Sheep Head. Caught some group or two, but they’re out of season so I’d throw them back. The fish we did keep we took back and cooked them up. They were delicious.

    Griffin P. | December 13, 2024

    Trip: 6 Hours Fishing trip

  • ★★★★★
    Was very pleased with the experience. We caught about 40 fish overall and he took us to several spots. Easy to talk with and excellent communication.

    Dave C. | November 26, 2024

    Trip: Dusky Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great day with Capt Wade, he was very professional and knowledgeable and shared his experiences with us. We caught Snook, Redfish, and Speckled Trout in numbers and size to satisfy our needs until next time. His lunch recommendation to cook our catch was awesome too.

    Rick R. | November 12, 2024

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Great time on the water. Chris and Kaden are very knowledgeable. Highly recommend

    Brian P. | July 30, 2024

    Trip: Florida Sportfish on Light Tackle

  • ★★★★★
    The fish hawk was an outstanding charter and Captain Brian and mate were very professional and worked hard to fill the fish box. As soon as the bite slowed on a spot, we packed up and headed to another spot. We caught fish all day long. We had 6 people fishing on the boat and I know that takes a lot of effort from the crew and they both helped all day long baiting hooks, taking fish off, and tying lines,,,,I highly recommend them and wil no doubt book again with these guys

    Tim H. | July 22, 2024

    Trip: Federal American Red Snapper - 28’

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great fishing trip with Captain Wade. I booked our trip for my boyfriend’s 40th birthday for us, and 3 of his friends. Wade had everything we needed and more and provided a fun and laid back experience. We all caught a handful of fish, myself included, who had never fished before. I highly recommend!!

    Rachel B. | July 13, 2024

    Trip: St. Petersburg Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great morning on the water with Captain George. He put us over fish right away. First cast went into the cooler! He was very knowledgeable and courteous. We enjoyed our time on his boat!

    Lindy K. | July 9, 2024

    Trip: St Petersburg inshore Fishing!!!

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome!!!!!!

    John L. | June 30, 2024

    Trip: 4 hours Fishing trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Wade was incredible. He exposed us to several different species of fish and was very educational. A huge manatee and even sting rays gave us appearances. Definitely worth while. Thank you sir!!!

    Jason V. | June 28, 2024

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip with David. He arrived at the dock on time ready to go. He's got a nice, open, boat with a center console so it was easy to move around. We moved around the inter coastal area between Anna Maria and Long Boat fishing for snook, red fish, and trout. Anytime we weren't getting bites we'd move. David worked very hard to keep all of us in fresh bait, and good locations. He knew a ton about the local fish, currents, depths, and regulations. We also got to see several manatees which was such a lovely bonus! When my son hooked a big red fish David gave him great guidance to help him bring it in. He was easy to talk to and we are already recommending him to our friends. We will definitely book again next time we're in the area.

    Rey S. | June 28, 2024

    Trip: The Local Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great Captain… Last minute trip…. 1st time saltwater fishing for my daughter…..knowledgeable and personable…. Found fish in tough conditions… Will book with him again…. Don’t think I can give a better endorsement than that!

    Joseph S. | June 17, 2024

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    great day!!

    Marissa L. | June 16, 2024

    Trip: The Local Trip

  • ★★★★★
    I was fishing with Captain Vasiliy on June 4th, he made the experience as enjoyable as possible for me and my daughter, he really understands fishing and knows good fishing spots, we caught a lot of fish with him! Thanks again Captain Vasiliy -Ruslan and Karolina

    Ruslan P. | June 14, 2024

    Trip: 6 Hours Fishing trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had an absolutely amazing time with Captain George! We had several other fishermen passing through that were going on about how it was a “tough day” but not with Captain George!! He put us right on the fish! He was always aware of his surroundings, watching the schools of bait fish, and making sure we were in the most optimal spot. He was very knowledgeable about all of the species we caught throughout the day. We were having such a blast that we added an extra hour to onto our trip, which is when he put us on to the BIGGEST Spanish Mackerel I’ve ever seen!! Just to top it off, he was also very kind and caring. He never lost patience with me when he kept having to cast my pole into difficult spots, and he made sure to remind us to drink plenty of water and reapply sunscreen. At the end of the trip, as he was cleaning our fish, I began to overheat and he knew EXACTLY what to do. He stayed calm, let us stay for a while as I regained my strength, and even checked on me later on in the day. What an amazing experience, captain, and day!! 10/10! We will be fishing with Captain George when we are back this way, and will be referring all of our friends and family!

    Lauren H. | June 6, 2024

    Trip: St Petersburg inshore Fishing!!!

  • ★★★★★
    A friend and I we went out with Cpt. Gage for some afternoon offshore fishing. As soon as my line was in the water I had a bite, then we caught fish after fish! We mush have caught about 50 fish between us. It was a great experience and is highly recommended. I’d never fished before in my life, but after being shown what to do it was easy to pick up.

    John M. | May 10, 2024

    Trip: Clearwater Mixed Bag Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Wade was great. Worked hard and put me in lots of fish! Will definitely call him again!

    Brian G. | May 8, 2024

    Trip: Tampa Bay Inshore Adventures

  • ★★★★★
    Not sure why we didn’t have our original captain as I selected on the web site. I would not recommend a trip through your services ever again. Very unprofessional operation and glad to provide the crappy feedback. Rating 2

    Robert P. | May 4, 2024

    Trip: Florida Snook, Jacks, and Reds

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great half day out on the water with Hank. Very friendly and done a good job of keeping us on the fish.

    Brian W. | April 22, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    I could not have asked for a better outfit to take our family fishing. Captain Keith took us to the best spots and we caught something each time. Pat and Captain Keith were amazing with our diversity of age and skill level. Thank you again.

    Terry H. | April 10, 2024

    Trip: Grunt Hunt Family Fun - 31’ Pursuit

  • ★★★★★
    Stephen was an excellent guide. He helped my 11 year old son find different places to cast and even walked him into some deeper water to cast, which was exciting! He was prepared and very pleasant.

    Stacy W. | April 2, 2024

    Trip: Beach Fishing: Family and Beginner-Friendly

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