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Inshore, Jetty, River, Flats in Jacksonville

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Everything to Know About Booking a St Johns River topwater fishing charter

What are the best topwater fishing charters in the St Johns River?

Why should I book a topwater fishing charter in the St Johns River with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 7 topwater fishing trips in the St Johns River, and the most popular trips in the area are 1/2 Day Adventure 4hrs PM guided by Austin, 1/2 Day Adventure 4 hrs guided by Austin, and Backcountry Fun!- 16' Hewes guided by Joe.

Our guides in the St Johns River are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3787 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 topwater fishing guides / fishing lessons in the St Johns River? Check out our beginner and family friendly topwater fishing guides in the St Johns River.

What types of topwater fishing charters are common in the St Johns River?

River fishing is the most popular type of fishing for topwater fishing in the St Johns River as well as inshore fishing, flats fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for topwater fishing in the St Johns River are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. flounder, 4. tarpon, and 5. snook.

How much do St Johns River topwater fishing charters cost?

Prices for topwater fishing in the St Johns River can range anywhere from about $425 to $800, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in the St Johns River is $525. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in the St Johns River is $717.

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 topwater fishing charter in the St Johns River?

The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing charter in the St Johns River is summer, and most anglers book their trips 89 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Austin was fantastic! We had a great trip and caught them up. He was so good with my son and taught him some great tricks to help catch the big ones.

    Ryan H. | November 17, 2024

    Trip: 3/4 day Adventure 6hrs

  • ★★★★★
    Austin was fantastic! I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to get on the fish. Very professional and personable. All around good dude.

    David D. | June 2, 2024

    Trip: Full Day Adventure 8hrs

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