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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Petersburg

Inshore Fishing Trip AM

100% (2) Guided by Andrew

22 ft 1 - 3 People From $450

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

100% (8) Guided by Hank

22 ft 1 - 4 People From $400

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Petersburg

Targeted Flats Fishing

100% (9) Guided by Dillon

20 ft 1 - 6 People From $499

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn

100% (6) Guided by Adam

27 ft 1 - 4 People From $550

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

St. Pete Offshore Experience

100% (11) Guided by Greg

32 ft 1 - 6 People From $700

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

Offshore Seasonal Species - 48’

100% (2) Managed by Ron

48 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,200

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Petersburg

Inshore Fishing Charter

NEW Guided by Bryan

23 ft 1 - 12 People From $599

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Petersburg

4 Hour Trip Inshore

100% (1) Guided by Joe

25 ft 1 - 8 People From $500

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Petersburg

4-8 Hour Trip – Tarpon

100% (1) Guided by Joe

25 ft 1 - 8 People From $575

Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

Nearshore Reef Run

NEW Guided by Anthony

25 ft 1 - 6 People From $850

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

Florida Classics On Light Tackle

100% (1) Guided by Dmitri

23 ft 1 - 4 People From $800

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

Cape Horn Red Snapper - Only

100% (6) Guided by Adam

27 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,400

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Petersburg

Inshore Fishing Trip Afternoon Action

100% (2) Guided by Andrew

22 ft 1 - 3 People From $450

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in St. Petersburg

Florida Snook, Jacks, And Reds

100% (3) Guided by Roy

22 ft 1 - 4 People From $500

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in St. Petersburg

Tarpon Fishing Charter

NEW Guided by Bryan

23 ft 1 - 12 People From $999

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Clearwater

Coastal Clearwater Charter

100% (8) Guided by Cameron

24 ft 1 - 5 People From $550

Nearshore Fishing in Riverview

Gag Grouper Special

100% (1) Guided by Matt

23 ft 1 - 4 People From $600

Nearshore Fishing in Ruskin

Nearshore Tampa Bay - 25’ Sportsman

NEW Guided by Jarrod

25 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,000

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Bradenton

Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton

100% (3) Guided by Taylor

24 ft 1 - 6 People From $550

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Clearwater

Tarpon Fishing Baby!

100% (20) Managed by Brad

22 ft 1 - 2 People From $800

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Clearwater

Clearwater Offshore Reefs & Wrecks

100% (20) Managed by Brad

33 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,400

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Ruskin

Tampa Bay Inshore Rodeo

NEW Guided by Brian

24 ft 1 - 6 People From $450

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Tierra Verde

The LUXX 42' SUNSET Experience

100% (2) Managed by Ron

42 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,999

Nearshore Fishing in Holmes Beach

Tampa Nearshore Trip

NEW Guided by Josh

26 ft 1 - 6 People From $700

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What You Need To Know About Nearshore Fishing In St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg, Florida, located on the Gulf Coast, is a vibrant city known for its beautiful waterfront parks and excellent nearshore fishing opportunities. Nestled on a peninsula between Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, St. Petersburg offers anglers access to a diverse range of marine environments, ideal for nearshore fishing.

The nearshore waters off St. Petersburg are abundant with a variety of fish species, making it a popular destination for both recreational and serious fishermen. Anglers in this area can commonly target species like Snook, Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder. The area is also known for opportunities to catch King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, and Tarpon, especially during the warmer months.

St. Petersburg's nearshore fishing benefits from its proximity to various structures like reefs, wrecks, and grass flats, which provide rich habitats for diverse marine life. These areas, located just a short distance from the shoreline, are excellent for light tackle and fly fishing, offering anglers ample opportunities for a successful catch.

Local fishing charters and guides in St. Petersburg are well-equipped to provide anglers with memorable nearshore fishing experiences. These experts know the best local spots and the most effective fishing techniques, catering to all levels of anglers, from those just starting out to experienced fishermen.

Apart from its fishing prospects, St. Petersburg offers a lively urban atmosphere with a range of attractions and activities. The city is known for its thriving arts scene, including the Salvador Dali Museum, as well as a variety of dining, shopping, and cultural options. Its beautiful beaches and parks, along with its proximity to other destinations in the Tampa Bay area, add to its appeal as a fishing and vacation destination.

St. Petersburg, Florida, with its rich nearshore fishing opportunities and dynamic city ambiance, is an ideal location for anglers looking for a variety of fishing experiences close to shore on the Florida Gulf Coast.

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★★★★★
This Captain Ben was AWESOME ! ! ! Took wife and two grandkids with me, we caught more fish then you could count. All fish were good size and quite a number of them were keepable, which he filleted when we got to dock size. Plan to schedule another outing with him shortly and HIGHLY recommend him to everyone!!!
Keith K. | March 24, 2025

Trip: Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing
★★★★★
Great trip, I finally caught a shark and my daughter and I caught an abundance of eating fish.
Michael S. | March 23, 2025

Trip: Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn
★★★★★
This Captain Ben was AWESOME ! ! ! Took wife and two grandkids with me, we caught more fish then you could count. All fish were good size and quite a number of them were keepable, which he filleted when we got to dock size. Plan to schedule another outing with him shortly and HIGHLY recommend him to everyone!!!
Keith K. | March 24, 2025

Trip: Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing
★★★★★
Great trip, I finally caught a shark and my daughter and I caught an abundance of eating fish.
Michael S. | March 23, 2025

Trip: Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn
★★★★★
Great day of fishing. Captain Andrew knows his Florida fishing. We were put on the fish right away. We moved around just to fill our requests of a few different species. At ease personality, great instructions, feedback, upbeat attitude.
Jeff G. | April 28, 2025

Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip AM
★★★★★
We had a lot of fun
Evan V. | April 27, 2025

Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Captain Zack and Adam did a great job. They put us on fish quickly and were Johnny on the spot with everything we needed. Would definitely use them again.
John M. | April 27, 2025

Trip: Clearwater Fishing Thriller!
★★★★★
Dillion was awesome. Definitely would recommend booking with him if you can!
Darien L. | April 27, 2025

Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing
★★★★★
Captain Dillon was awesome! As newbies to fishing, he spent a lot of time teaching us about the ins and outs of fishing, equipment, tricks, bait, fish… it was an amazing experience and we can’t wait to go out with him again!
Jessica L. | April 22, 2025

Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing
★★★★★
We had a great trip with Captain Brad and Skylar yesterday. Caught several grouper and saw a few dolphins as well. The guys were so good with our kids and they moved us frequently to make sure we continued to pull in fish. Would definitely recommend using this company to anyone looking to deep sea fishing in the Clearwater area.
Jessica R. | April 21, 2025

Trip: Clearwater offshore fishing
★★★★★
We had a great time! Captain Dillon is professional, knowledgeable, and he helped us the entire time. He was ready when we arrived and had everything we needed for the trip. We will definitely book another trip with Captain Dillon!
Olivia P. | April 19, 2025

Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing
★★★★★
Great Trip! We caught 4 different species of fish and constant action. Taylor was very knowledgeable of the area, safe and fun to fish with!! I will book a trip with him again!
Eric U. | April 18, 2025

Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton
★★★★★
What a fantastic day out on the water!!! My family came in from out of town looking to go on a deeper fishing trip. Greg came highly recommended both by the booking agent as well as previous reviews. Our hopes of having fun and catching some big fish were exceeded both by the amount and size of fish that were caught as well as the variety. Greg really showed his knowledge and experience by his ability to put us “on the fish”! Robbie, the captain’s right hand man, was so awesome as well! He kept all the lines baited and really taught us how to not lose the fish while reeling them in. The entire day was a blast and an unforgettable adventure!!! Thank you again Greg and Robbie from the Shannon Clan!
Michael S. | April 17, 2025

Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience
★★★★★
Great time
Tom C. | April 16, 2025

Trip: Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing
★★★★★
Great guide. Put us one the fish and had an awesome time.
Clint A. | April 12, 2025

Trip: Targeted Flats Fishing
★★★★★
Captain Henry was awesome… He is great with kids and fun to fish with… We look forward to another opportunity to fish with him on another day in the future
Kylan W. | April 9, 2025

Trip: Shark Trip
★★★★★
Hank hit all the right spots to catch enough tasty sheepshead fish and snapper to make a great fishing day out of a bad weather one. As a fair weather recreational boater and fisherman we were able to avoid the seasickness from the choppy windy conditions and make it worthwhile for the 3 teen boys for 4 hours hooking probably twenty fish with 8 good size keepers filleted by him right on shore.
James A. | April 5, 2025

Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Cody was amazing. I have two teenage daughters and he was very patient and helpful. We caught over 80 fish in 3.5 hours. It was a great experience!! We caught Sea Trout, Ladyfish, Catfish, Jack Fish, Spanish Mackerel, and Flounder. When we return to Sarasota, we will be giving Cody a call for another trip.
Ryan G. | April 4, 2025

Trip: Southwest Florida Fishing Adventure
★★★★★
Went out with Robert for a 4 hour trip targeting speckled trout. He was extremely knowledgeable of the area and knew exactly what to do throughout the whole day to keep us on the fish almost the entire time. Aside from the fishing we also just had a great time in general on the boat through the whole trip. We will be booking again on our future trips to Tarpon for a deep water excursion.
Patrick B. | March 31, 2025

Trip: In or Near Shore Experience
★★★★★
Great trip! Thank you
Chris R. | March 29, 2025

Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing - 22’ Aguasport
★★★★★
Great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and made sure we had a blast. Thank you..
Darrell F. | March 28, 2025

Trip: St. Pete Offshore Experience
★★★★★
Bert Weber I did not have Cameron as my guide due to a scheduling mix-up. I did have Josh as a fill-in and he did a fantastic job finding some nice redfish. Luckily, I had flexibility as far as my time and the afternoon trip worked out well. My original request was for a fly fishing experience...Josh informed that this was not a viable option due to water conditions. All considered...it was a good day of fishing and I would recommend Josh to anyone.
Bert W. | March 27, 2025

Trip: Coastal Clearwater Charter
★★★★★
This Captain Ben was AWESOME ! ! ! Took wife and two grandkids with me, we caught more fish then you could count. All fish were good size and quite a number of them were keepable, which he filleted when we got to dock size. Plan to schedule another outing with him shortly and HIGHLY recommend him to everyone!!!
Keith K. | March 24, 2025

Trip: Tarpon Springs Gulf Fishing
★★★★★
Great trip, I finally caught a shark and my daughter and I caught an abundance of eating fish.
Michael S. | March 23, 2025

Trip: Offshore Trip - 27' Cape Horn
★★★★★
Great day of fishing. Captain Andrew knows his Florida fishing. We were put on the fish right away. We moved around just to fill our requests of a few different species. At ease personality, great instructions, feedback, upbeat attitude.
Jeff G. | April 28, 2025

Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip AM
★★★★★
We had a lot of fun
Evan V. | April 27, 2025

Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Great day of fishing. Captain Andrew knows his Florida fishing. We were put on the fish right away. We moved around just to fill our requests of a few different species. At ease personality, great instructions, feedback, upbeat attitude.
Jeff G. | April 28, 2025

Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip AM
★★★★★
We had a lot of fun
Evan V. | April 27, 2025

Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip

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Offshore Seasonal Species - 48’

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Tarpon Fishing Baby!

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Everything to Know About Booking a St. Petersburg nearshore fishing charter

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Why should I book a nearshore fishing charter in St. Petersburg with Captain Experiences?

What types of nearshore fishing charters are common in St. Petersburg?

How much do St. Petersburg nearshore fishing charters cost?

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

What month is best for nearshore fishing in St. Petersburg?

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

What You Need To Know About Nearshore Fishing In St. Petersburg

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