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Everything to Know About Booking a St Pete Beach topwater fishing charter

Why should I book a topwater fishing charter in St Pete Beach with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 4 topwater fishing trips in St Pete Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are Tampa Bay Flats, Mangroves & Bay guided by Tommy, Crushing Clearwater Sportfishing guided by Nick, and Tampa Bay Backcountry Trip guided by TJ.

Our guides in St Pete Beach are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 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 St Pete Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly topwater fishing guides in St Pete Beach.

What types of topwater fishing charters are common in St Pete Beach?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for topwater fishing in St Pete Beach as well as flats fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for topwater fishing in St Pete Beach are: 1. jack crevalle, 2. redfish, 3. sheepshead, 4. snook, and 5. speckled trout.

How much do St Pete Beach topwater fishing charters cost?

Prices for topwater fishing in St Pete Beach can range anywhere from about $530 to $920, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in St Pete Beach is $589. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in St Pete Beach is $836.

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 St Pete Beach?

The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing charter in St Pete Beach is summer, and most anglers book their trips 11 days in advance.

Do I need a St Pete Beach fishing license and what are the bag limits in St Pete Beach?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Nick did an amazing job and made our first charter fishing experience one to remember! We loved him!!

    Erica E. | June 15, 2025

    Trip: Crushing Clearwater Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Nick was great. Very knowledgeable and helpful. Relaxed atmosphere and good for all levels. Definitely would recommend!

    Tess R. | June 11, 2025

    Trip: Crushing Clearwater Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Wonderful time on the water. Captain George was extremely pleasant, knowledgeable and active in catching all types of inshore fish. Definitely would use again.

    Anthony P. | June 8, 2025

    Trip: St Petersburg Inshore Fishing!!!

  • ★★★★★
    Fish didn’t really want to cooperate, but thats fishing. Captain Nick was awesome and did his best. He was super chill and laid back. Lets just say we kept him busy cause our skipping under docks needs some work!

    Josh K. | March 7, 2025

    Trip: Crushing Clearwater Sportfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tommy is awesome! I searched through all the guides for a Tampa Bay fishing trip. Decided to pick Tommy because he would take take kids. And while my son and I aren't kids, I figured he must be a patient man. Boy was I right! We aren't novice fisherman by any means, but I don't particularly like a judgmental guide. Captain Tommy is great, gave us lots of options. I specifically said we just wanted action, and we sure got that. Seven hour charter under the absolute worst conditions! Absolute low tide with a full moon cycle at the start. We ended up with 52 fish landed.

    John W. | February 12, 2025

    Trip: Tampa Bay Flats, Mangroves & Bay

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