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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Rockport

Rockport Bay Slam

100% (14) Guided by Tommy
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Rockport

Half Day Rockport Slam

100% (14) Guided by Tommy
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Rockport

Inshore/Flats Fishing Trip

100% (8) Guided by Travis
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, Flats in Rockport

All Day Fishing

100% (1) Guided by Wesley
20 ft 1 - 4 People From $850

Top Species for Live Bait Fishing in San José Island

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What are the best live bait fishing charters in San José Island?

The best live bait fishing charters in San José Island are:

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in San José Island with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 4 live bait fishing trips in San José Island, and the most popular trips in the area are Rockport Bay Slam guided by , Half Day Rockport Slam guided by , and Inshore/Flats Fishing Trip guided by .

Our guides in San José Island are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 4112 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 San José Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in San José Island.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in San José Island?

Flats fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in San José Island as well as inshore fishing and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in San José Island are: 1. speckled trout, 2. redfish, 3. black drum, 4. flounder, and 5. tripletail.

How much do San José Island live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in San José Island can range anywhere from about $535 to $880, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in San José Island is $583. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in San José Island is $769.

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 San José Island?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in San José Island is summer, and most anglers book their trips 23 days in advance.

Do I need a San José Island fishing license and what are the bag limits in San José Island?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Travis did great getting us into some fish and showing us the ropes of wade fishing. Would definitely recommend him!

    Casey L. | December 2, 2024

    Trip: Inshore/Flats Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Travis did a great job. Very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend him.

    Alex B. | November 24, 2024

    Trip: Inshore/Flats Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tommy was a blast. A very upfront and honest fella. Very nice conversation and a funny guy. This was our first guided trip on the bay, and he put us on the fish quickly. I have a new saying now, Burn It ! You'll find out out once your there, captain will surely let you know, lol. We look forward to booking more trips. Thanks Capt.

    Jasper B. | November 18, 2024

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Tommy was excellent. He put us on the fish and we limited out on Redfish after just two hours. Also caught numerous black drum. Tommy made us feel very welcome and was easy to talk with. We will be planning future trips with Tommy.

    David M. | November 9, 2024

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Tommy was absolutely great! Had such a great time and learned so many new tactics and ideas for fishing! Caught a lot of big fish with Tommy and made sure the trip was well worth it!

    Isabella L. | August 14, 2024

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    We had a fantastic time and a great experience. We look forward to the next trip!

    Roger H. | August 10, 2024

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Tommy was a great guide! He took great care of my two sons and myself.

    John R. | August 9, 2024

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Great time fishing with Travis! He'll find the fish for you!

    Bradley H. | May 15, 2024

    Trip: Inshore/Flats Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Thomas AKA Tommy was amazing! He made sure my 13 year old son and grandson had a good time. He got them catching fish and cut up with us and was respectful. He was extremely knowledgeable. We had a really great time!

    Brandi W. | October 12, 2023

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    The three of us and Tommy went on a fishing trip on Saturday morning, very early! Throughout the entire trip, Tommy was great! He’s a true fisherman and is probably out on the water everyday. He took us to multiple spots around the bay. During our trip, we were able to catch both red fish and drum fish. Tommy casted for us and we had the joy of reeling the fish in. Tommy had us laughing and had great stories the whole time. After we got back, Tommy cut the fish the way we wanted. This was a great fishing trip and we would recommend this trip to others!! Thanks for the trip Tommy!!

    Randall S. | October 7, 2023

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! Captain Tommy was wonderful & we had a blast.

    Michael C. | July 16, 2023

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Tommy was excellent! For the July 4th weekend, he worked hard to fill the cooler. Started catching under size and he wasn’t satisfied. Moved and started sight fishing and slayed them. We ended up with a cooler full of keepers plus twice as many landed. Tommy spent a lot of time teaching and showing us how to spot the schools of drum while sight fishing. Great conversation and will definitely book with him again.

    Jason B. | July 1, 2023

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    He opened a can of magic bait and the fish just jumped in the boat. He knew where to go and communicated the plan 2 days prior and once more the day before. Great experience! Thank you Tommy!

    Kenneth M. | June 19, 2023

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tommy was awesome he is a big kid at heart and he made the trip fun. He loves to joke around but what is life without a little humor in it oh and we got to talk to his wife and she is as sweet as can be. Any who about the fish let me tell you when got to our spot and all lines were in not even 5 minutes and 2 rods were bent. Capt. Tommy put us on some monstern reds and we maxed out. Thank you Captain Tommy for Making our trip a great one we will definitely be back next year.

    Maria C. | June 17, 2023

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Incredible trip with a fantastic captain!!!

    Casey J. | March 17, 2023

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tommy was very courteous and respectful to our group. He took time to explain the do’s and don’ts of catching red fish to our grandson and let him interact in catching and netting the fish. His equipment was in very good shape and said he would put us on the fish and he did. He had a special bait that caught fish when the people around us had a very hard time doing so. We had a great time even though the weather was a little cool. Our grandson said he had an awesome time catching the most and the biggest fish. Had a lot of laughs and a GREAT time. Thank you Captain Tommy. Jim S

    James S. | February 6, 2023

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome Time! Captain Tommy got us on a lot of Red Fish and enjoyed our time w/ him. Looking forward to a return visit soon. Thanks Tommy!!

    Wesley L. | October 30, 2022

    Trip: Rockport Bay Slam

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