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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, River

Skill Levels

Beginner

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Join Frank for an exciting inshore and nearshore fishing adventure at the productive Mayport Jetties, just minutes from the marina. This quick-run location puts you right into one of the most consistently active fisheries in the area, where strong tides, deep structure, and bait-rich currents create nonstop opportunities throughout the year.

The Mayport Jetties are a true hotspot for a wide variety of species, and every trip offers something different depending on the season and conditions. These rocky structures act as a natural funnel for bait and predator fish, making them one of the most reliable places to find steady action and quality catches close to shore.

Seasonal favorites include Sheepshead, Flounder, Redfish, Speckled Seatrout, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and King Mackerel. Each species brings its own style of fishing, from bottom-hugging Sheepshead around the rocks to fast-striking Spanish Mackerel and hard-running Kingfish in moving current and open water. Flounder and Seatrout add excellent table fare to the mix, while Redfish provide strong fights and dependable action year-round.

Depending on conditions and target species, you may fish a range of techniques from light tackle presentations to heavier setups designed for larger fish. When Bull Redfish and Black Drum are present, heavier gear comes into play to handle powerful runs and hard-fighting structure-oriented fish. These encounters are a highlight of jetty fishing and provide some of the most exciting battles in the area.

At the right time of year, there is also the chance to encounter Tarpon cruising the jetties and surrounding waters. Known for their explosive strikes and acrobatic fights, Tarpon add an unforgettable element of excitement when they appear and offer anglers a true bucket-list opportunity.

This trip is best suited for small groups of three anglers or fewer, allowing for a more focused, flexible, and productive fishing experience. With fewer people on board, Frank can easily adjust techniques, move between productive spots, and maximize time spent actively fishing the best conditions of the day.

Whether you are looking for steady action, a variety of species, or the chance at a trophy fish nearshore, the Mayport Jetties deliver year-round opportunity in a dynamic and scenic setting. Join Frank for a fast-paced, fish-filled trip where every outing brings new surprises and the potential for an unforgettable catch.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, River

Skill Levels

Beginner

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 hours
1 Person	$475.00
2 People	$475.00
3 People	$475.00
4 People	$475.00

Pay $100 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Frank C.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Independent Guide 29 years of exp.

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

About Your Guide

Frank C.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 29 years of exp.

Captain Frank is the son of a tugboat captain and has been fishing ever since he could hold a rod. During his early childhood, he fished freshwater and transitioned to saltwater around the age of 10. He bought his first fishing boat right after graduating from Law school and became active and successful in Kingfishing Tournaments in the late ’80s and early ’90s. He spent the next 10 years fishing the waters of St. Augustine and Bahamas for Wahoo and Marlin for before he transitioned into inshore fishing for Redfish, Tarpon, Permit, and Bonefish in 1999. He loves taking people fishing and exposing people to the incredible fishery in northeast Florida. He teaches not only about fishing but also about the ecosystem, helping people see all the small things were a lot of beauty can be found.

Captain Frank has been running guided trips for almost 25 years. From offshore/deepsea trips to inshore/skinny water trips, Captain Frank has such an outstanding birth of experience. Now running a 24' Pursuit he runs trips in the middle there, exploring inshore rivers and beachfront surf, as well as nearshore reef adventures as well.

Whether you desire to seek your thrills in the rivers and creeks of Northeast Florida or “outside the rocks” in the nearshore waters of the Atlantic, Captain Frank and his 24' Pathfinder has the equipment, the experience, the expertise, and the enthusiasm to make your fishing dreams come true.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

400 pound blue marlin.

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Jambalaya or Paella.

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

400 pound blue marlin.

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Jambalaya or Paella.

Whats your favorite band?

Dire Straits, Steely Dan

Whats your favorite movie?

The Jerk

Whats your favorite sports team?

FSU Seminoles

Whats your drink of choice?

Chardonnay wine

What was your last halloween costume?

Tacky Fisherman

What do you want for Christmas this year?

New fillet knives

How did you get started guiding?

Friends wanted me to take their family and friends fishing

What makes you different from other guides?

I am always prepared to make a change to adapt to what's going on. I just try really hard. My priorities are to show my clients a good time, teach them about our fisheries and techniques and catch fish. I pay very close attention to my equipment and provide quality tackle.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Jacksonville, Florida

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Year Built: 2016
Boat Length: 24'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Year Built: 2016
Boat Length: 24'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Livewells, trolling motor, Powerpole

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, River

Skill Levels

Beginner

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Jacksonville Fishing Reports »

Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Sunglasses, sunscreen, boat shoes, hat. All rods and reels, tackle and bait provided. Water and Gatorade provided.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 7 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

Reviews

5.0

based on 9 reviews

Emma

Verified Review

November 2

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

Verified Review

November 2

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Trip: Half Day Bull Reds

Michael

Verified Review

July 26

Capt Frank was very polite and knowledgeable. It was a hot day of fishing and he helped make it a memory my son will never forget. I will use him again next year.

Michael

Verified Review

July 26

Capt Frank was very polite and knowledgeable. It was a hot day of fishing and he helped make it a memory my son will never forget. I will use him again next year.

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Trip: Nearshore Kingfish Special

Casey

Verified Review

April 5

My son and I had a fantastic trip!!! 5stars for sure!!!

Casey

Verified Review

April 5

My son and I had a fantastic trip!!! 5stars for sure!!!

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Trip: Nearshore Kingfish Special

Response from Frank:

You guys did really well fighting some big fish for your first time! And, you showed quick learning on picking up the finesse part of sheepshead fishing. Great job!

Response from Frank:

You guys did really well fighting some big fish for your first time! And, you showed quick learning on picking up the finesse part of sheepshead fishing. Great job!

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Rod

Verified Review

October 15

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

Rod

Verified Review

October 15

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

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David

Verified Review

June 19

Frank was a very knowledgeable guide and put us on the fish,
even in less than perfect weather. Being a native of the north Florida coast,
his knowlege of the local waters is a great asset!

David

Verified Review

June 19

Frank was a very knowledgeable guide and put us on the fish,
even in less than perfect weather. Being a native of the north Florida coast,
his knowlege of the local waters is a great asset!

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Bill

Verified Review

June 9

Had a great trip with Captain Frank! Good instructions and very patient with our beginners. Everyone caught something! We’ll be back!

Bill

Verified Review

June 9

Had a great trip with Captain Frank! Good instructions and very patient with our beginners. Everyone caught something! We’ll be back!

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Trip: Nearshore Kingfish Special

Levi

Verified Review

May 2

Amazing trip with Frank. From the hospitality to fun stories and great fishing, the trip was everything we hoped for. He makes everything easy and comfortable. Can’t wait to get back out there with Frank again!

Levi

Verified Review

May 2

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Trip: Slaying Sheepshead - 24’ Pathfinder

Tammy

Verified Review

March 8

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

Verified Review

March 8

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Abigail

Verified Review

September 3

Weather and fishing conditions were not the best but Captain Frank stayed positive and made it a fun and educational experience nevertheless!

Abigail

Verified Review

September 3

Weather and fishing conditions were not the best but Captain Frank stayed positive and made it a fun and educational experience nevertheless!

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Mike

Verified Review

September 2

Great time and frank is a nice guy and good Captain. Will definitely be going again soon!!

Mike

Verified Review

September 2

Great time and frank is a nice guy and good Captain. Will definitely be going again soon!!

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Trip: Jacksonville Creeks Trip

Magan

Verified Review

June 3

We had a great time with captain frank. Due to the storms that rolled in weeks prior to our trip and a nor' easter, we had to make due with the areas we had available to fish. The booking process was very easy and we enjoyed our time on the water.

Magan

Verified Review

June 3

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.