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Everything to Know About Booking a Crystal River artificial lure fishing charter

What are the best artificial lure fishing charters in the Crystal River?

Why should I book an artificial lure fishing charter in the Crystal River with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 12 artificial lure fishing trips in the Crystal River, and the most popular trips in the area are Premier Gulf Coast Trip guided by Rich, Inshore Fishing Charter guided by Brian, and Crystal River Near and Inshore guided by Kevin.

Our guides in the Crystal River are rated a 4.9 out of 5 based on 3816 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 the Crystal River? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in the Crystal River.

What types of artificial lure fishing charters are common in the Crystal River?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for artificial lure fishing in the Crystal River as well as nearshore fishing, flats fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for artificial lure fishing in the Crystal River are: 1. redfish, 2. cobia, 3. speckled trout, 4. snook, and 5. black drum.

How much do Crystal River artificial lure fishing charters cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in the Crystal River can range anywhere from about $500 to $1,300, but the average price for a half day trip for artificial lure fishing in the Crystal River is $698. The average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in the Crystal River is $877.

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 the Crystal River?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing charter in the Crystal River is summer, and most anglers book their trips 39 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Good trip bait was not available had to wait but Fishing trip was good.

    Gene N. | May 30, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Fun

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Kevin did an awesome job. Although the conditions were difficult we still caught a meal to take home with us. He was very patient with the kids and kept things entertaining and informative. Had a great time!

    Kurt G. | March 27, 2024

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great time , enough action . Bad weather, Kevin did a great job

    Kenneth K. | March 25, 2024

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    My two sons and I fished with Capt. Kevin today and had a blast. Kevin worked hard to put us in fish. The day was a complete success. Caught everything from redfish to an 80lb shark with a few gag groupers a grunts in between. Don’t hesitate to fish with him. He knows the fishery and is helps that he’s a really nice guide…

    Todd P. | November 22, 2023

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent fishing guide knows his water knows his fish the person to go with in this area best all around Guide that I have ever faced with

    Virgil R. | October 12, 2023

    Trip: Crushin' It Inshore Special

  • ★★★★★
    Thanks so much Kevin! He worked overtime to make sure we had an epic day! Crystal River is a beautiful, amazing place and Kevin is a wonderful guide.

    Dena C. | July 5, 2023

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    5 star captain. Worked hard to get us on the bite. Super knowledgeable about the area and all of the wildlife. Great personality. Will book again in future. Family had a blast.

    Tony C. | June 26, 2023

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Brian was an amazing Captain. Put us on fish from the very beginning. Very helpful with fishing tips. Very professional. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to catch fish and have a fun trip

    Daniel G. | April 5, 2023

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was perfect. Despite cold weather, Captain Kevin did everything to make sure the boys were catching fish, and they all did. He shared his knowledge about the local waterways and animals/fish, and the kids learned a lot. He was great with the kids! He was very patient and taught them a lot. We will definitely use Captain Experiences and Captain Kevin again when we return to Crystal River.

    Amanda S. | December 27, 2022

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

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