Damn Good St. Augustine Fishing Charters

The best fishing charters in St. Augustine are:

• Great Daye Fishing Charters guided by Tony N.
• ROD BENDER FISHING CHARTERS guided by Anthony M.
• 1st City Family Voyages guided by Elio M.
• Summer School Charters guided by Steve C.
• Gold In Grass Charter Co guided by Stephen J.

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 45 trips in St. Augustine, and the most popular trips in the area are Full Day Trip - 31' Contender guided by Ricky, St. Augustine Inshore Hook-Up guided by Mike, and Deep Water Bottom Fishing guided by Scott.

Our guides in St. Augustine are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 8319 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

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Looking for kid friendly charters / fishing lessons in St. Augustine? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in St. Augustine.

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing in St. Augustine as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species in St. Augustine are: 1. red snapper, 2. redfish, 3. cobia, 4. flounder, and 5. kingfish.

The most common fishing techniques in St. Augustine are live bait fishing, light tackle fishing, and bottom fishing but trolling and artificial lure fishing are popular as well.

Prices in St. Augustine can range anywhere from about $558 to $1,761, but the average price for a half day trip in St. Augustine is $858. The average price for a full day trip in St. Augustine is $1,325.

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.

The most popular season for fishing in St. Augustine is summer, and most anglers book their trips 15 days in advance.

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

You'll really have everything at your fingertips in St. Augustine with both freshwater and saltwater fishing easily accessible. The best freshwater fishing is on the St. Johns River while saltwater action starts a the Matanzas River and goes all the way out to the offshore blue waters. With plenty of shoreline, nearshore structure, and offshore giants St. Augustine is an anglers paradise.

The St. Johns River is a short drive west of St. Augustine but it provides incredible and unique fishing opportunities. This river turns brackish as it nears the ocean and contains crappie and bass as well as many of the regular inshore species. The wide variety of species to target in the river means there is no shortage of fish to catch. If you want to get two birds with one stone then this is the fishing spot for you.

Great inshore fishing opportunities can be found in the backwaters, rivers, inlets, and shoreline near St. Augustine especially when the tides change. The inshore species available include trout, redfish, snook, and black drum with an added bonus of tarpon depending on the time of year. Inshore fishing St. Augustine is divided between traditional tackle and fly fishing and both make for a rewarding day on the water.

With plenty of wrecks and reefs to explore looking for larger nearshore species, you will get all the action you can handle. Deep dropping bait near structure will be the best approach for catching various snapper and grouper species. Trolling will provide amazing opportunities to catch prized game fish like kingfish, Spanish mackerel, and tarpon which are plentiful off the Atlantic Coast of Florida. These nearshore fish species crush bait and fight hard which is the perfect recipe for an exciting day of fishing.

Head out to the offshore blue water to target the heavy-hitting pelagic species. The range of incredible species that patrol these waters include blackfin tuna, wahoo, mahi-mahi, kingfish, and sailfish. Many of these fish come through the area during their migration with tuna and sailfish coming in strong in the spring. Summer lends itself to a strong mahi-mahi and kingfish bite while huge wahoo are hot in the cooler months. Offshore trolling is exhilarating with long fights, huge blowups, and even bigger fish!

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St. Augustine fishing charters offer a variety of options for anglers of all levels. The most common types of fishing charters in St. Augustine include inshore, offshore, and deep sea fishing.

Inshore fishing charters are perfect for those who want to stay close to shore and catch species such as redfish, trout, and flounder. Offshore fishing charters take you further out to sea and target species such as kingfish, mahi-mahi, and sailfish.

For the ultimate fishing adventure, deep sea fishing charters are the way to go. These charters take you miles offshore to catch big game fish such as tuna, marlin, and swordfish.

Some popular landmarks that St. Augustine fishing charters visit include the St. Augustine Lighthouse and the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument.

No matter which type of fishing charter you choose, you're sure to have a great time and catch some amazing fish in the beautiful waters of St. Augustine.

St. Augustine, Florida is a prime location for fishing enthusiasts. With its diverse waterways and abundant marine life, there are plenty of great spots to cast a line. Here are some of the best places to fish in St. Augustine, whether you're looking to fish on your own or book a fishing charter:

1. Matanzas Inlet - This inlet is known for its excellent redfish and flounder fishing, and is a popular spot for fishing charters.

2. Vilano Beach Pier - This pier is a great spot for catching a variety of fish, including pompano, whiting, and bluefish.

3. Guana River - This river is a prime location for catching redfish, trout, and flounder, and is a popular spot for fishing charters.

4. St. Augustine Beach Pier - This pier is a great spot for catching a variety of fish, including whiting, pompano, and bluefish.

5. Salt Run - This inlet is known for its excellent redfish and trout fishing, and is a popular spot for fishing charters.

6. Crescent Beach - This beach is a great spot for surf fishing, and is known for its excellent pompano and whiting fishing.

7. Intracoastal Waterway - This waterway is a prime location for catching a variety of fish, including redfish, trout, and flounder, and is a popular spot for fishing charters.

8. Matanzas River - This river is known for its excellent redfish and trout fishing, and is a popular spot for fishing charters.

9. Fort Matanzas - This historic fort is located on the Matanzas River and is a great spot for fishing, with plenty of redfish and trout to be caught.

10. Anastasia State Park - This park offers excellent surf fishing opportunities, with a variety of fish to be caught including pompano, whiting, and bluefish.

While St. Augustine fishing charters are a popular attraction, there are plenty of other things to do in this historic city. Take a tour of the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States. Visit the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum for stunning views and a glimpse into the city's seafaring history. For a unique experience, check out the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park, where you can drink from the legendary spring and explore the site of the first Spanish settlement in the United States. If you're looking for a more leisurely activity, stroll through the charming streets of the historic district or relax on the beautiful beaches of Anastasia State Park.