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Everything to Know About Booking a Saint Johns River live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in the Saint Johns River?

The best live bait fishing charters in the Saint Johns River are:

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in the Saint Johns River with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 3 live bait fishing trips in the Saint Johns River, and the most popular trips in the area are Half Day Bull Reds guided by Frank, St Johns River Inshore Fishing guided by Joe, and Half Day Jetty Trip guided by Frank.

Our guides in the Saint Johns River are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 7582 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in the Saint Johns River? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in the Saint Johns River.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in the Saint Johns River?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in the Saint Johns River as well as jetty fishing and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in the Saint Johns River are: 1. redfish, 2. black drum, 3. sheepshead, 4. speckled trout, and 5. cero mackerel.

How much do Saint Johns River live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in the Saint Johns River can range anywhere from about $580 to $1,800, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in the Saint Johns River is $938. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in the Saint Johns River is $1,267.

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 live bait fishing charter in the Saint Johns River?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in the Saint Johns River is spring, and most anglers book their trips 30 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Frank was the best captain! He has great knowledge of the area and offers many different fishing experiences. He was also very encouraging and helpful when reeling in our monster of a fish! We definitely plan on taking another trip with him as our captain soon!

    Emma B. | November 3, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Bull Reds

  • ★★★★★
    We have been on a few charters, but this one was, by far, the best! Joe was AMAZING in every way. We caught so many fish, despite the season being a bit behind, (which he was very upfront about), he was personable, kind, friendly, knowledgeable, fun, entertaining - literally everything you could want or need in a guide. We will not choose any other guide whenever we are here - which is every 3 months due to our Mayo visits. As some may know, Mayo can be exhausting and stressful, but after our appointments, our time spent with Joe out fishing, honestly made all of the stress, worries, and cares disappear. I could not recommend him enough!!

    Clay A. | March 25, 2025

    Trip: St Johns River Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    My husband and I had a great fishing day with Captain Frank. While the weather conditions, and tide, wasn’t fully cooperating, that was completely out of anyone’s control. Captain Frank is a great guide, very patient, calm, and easy going. It feels like you’re out on the water with an ole friend when you’re with him. We caught some speckled trout and we were very happy with day. We created new memories.😊

    Tammy E. | March 8, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Jetty Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip. Frank is awesome. Boat was spacious and adequate. Asked for sheepshead, left with nine. Great job.

    Rod J. | October 17, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Jetty Trip

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