Fishing charters in Highpoint, FL

Whether you are looking for a fly fishing trip or a nearshore fishing adventure, Highpoint fishing will give you an experience of a lifetime.

Local fishing charters can help you reel in Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and many more.

Inshore fishing charters in Highpoint

Inshore fishing is one of Highpoint's key attractions. Bays, inlets, and shallow flats provide excellent fishing opportunities for a great trip.

Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and Mangrove Snapper can be your next catch.

Inshore fishing trips are good for families with kids, couples, and small groups of friends.

Inshore fishing trip prices

$436 is the average base price for a private 4-hour inshore fishing charter and 2 anglers. An extra person fee is $50. Captains can take 4-6 persons depending on the length of the craft.

The most affordable 2-hour inshore fishing trip in Highpoint costs $200 for 2 anglers.

In Highpoint and nearby cities, there are about 41 inshore fishing charters. So you'll have plenty of options to find your next fishing break.

Best time for inshore fishing

The best time to go inshore fishing in Highpoint are considered to be June, July and May.

Popular inshore fish species

• Mangrove Snapper
• Snook
• Redfish
• Tarpon
• Cobia

Popular inshore fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $300.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $300.00
• Skinny Water Charters from $430.00
• Non-Stop Fishing Charters from $300.00
• Full Boat Charters from $400.00

Offshore fishing charters in Highpoint

Highpoint offshore fishing charters offer easy access to some of the best fishing grounds in the open water: from nearshore reef fishing to offshore fishing at the Continental Shelf.

Local fishing charters will do whatever it takes to reel in Cobia, King Mackerel, Gag Grouper, Jack Crevalle, and many more.

Offshore fishing trips are good for experienced anglers, groups for friends, and those who want to reel in a bigger catch. Be ready to travel into the federal waters miles off the coast.

Offshore fishing trip prices

On average, the base price for a private 4-hour offshore fishing charter is $682 for 2 anglers. An extra person fee is $50. Fishing charters can accommodate 2-6 anglers depending on the size of the craft.

The cheapest 4-hour offshore fishing trip in Highpoint found on our platform costs $350 for 2 anglers.

There are more than 29 fishing companies in Highpoint and nearby cities. It’s easy to book your next fishing retreat in Highpoint.

Keep in mind that it takes time to get to the best offshore fishing spots. It’s better to take a 6-hour offshore fishing trip if you want more fishing action.

The average tips are 15-20% of the total fishing charter price.

Best time for offshore fishing

June, July and May will be your next best months for offshore fishing in Highpoint.

Popular offshore fish species

• Cobia
• King Mackerel
• Gag Grouper
• Jack Crevalle
• Blacktip Shark

Popular offshore fishing charters

• Simply Hooked Sport Fishing from $700.00
• Optimus Fishing Charters from $1495.00
• Barracudaville Charters from $535.00
• Seminole Wind Charters from $595.00
• Bait House Charters from $700.00

Family-friendly fishing charters in Highpoint

Highpoint family fishing charters provide young and novice anglers an opportunity to experience the day on the water. Your children will learn the best fishing techniques and catch various types of fish.

Inshore fishing takes place in calm waters like bays and creeks. When you’re fishing inshore, you’ll usually be within a few miles of the coast.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

A 4-hour fishing charter trip could be an ideal choice for a family with kids. Your kids will learn something new and won’t get tired.

On average, the base price for a private 4-hour family-friendly fishing charter is $436 for 2 anglers. Add $50 for an extra angler. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

Popular family-friendly fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $450.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $500.00
• Skinny Water Charters from $430.00
• Non-Stop Fishing Charters from $300.00
• Full Boat Charters from $400.00

Shark fishing charters in Highpoint

One of the world’s most famous game fish, sharks, are plentiful in the waters near Highpoint. Highpoint shark fishing charters are an excellent option for anglers looking for an actionable and affordable fishing trip.

Highpoint shark fishing charters will put you on Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Nurse Shark, Bull Shark, and many more.

Note: you can keep certain Florida shark species, but most sharks are off-limits for harvesting. These sharks have to be released. Fishing charter Captains will help you with shark identification.

Sharks inhabit inshore and deep water near reef dropoffs. Young sharks reside in shallow waters, while deep waters are home to adult species.

Bait is an essential component of any shark fishing adventure. The perfect live or dead bait for targeting sharks could be Mullet, Little Tunny, Landyfish, or Blue Runner. Usually, fishing charters prepare the bait before they take off on the water.

Shark fishing trip prices

On average, the price for a 4-hour shark fishing trip is $522 for 2 guests. An extra guest fee is $50. Fishing charters can accommodate up to 6 persons depending on the capacity of the boat.

You can find 13 fishing charters in Highpoint and nearby cities. It’s easy to find your next fishing outing in Highpoint.

Best time for shark fishing in Highpoint

You can catch sharks all year round. March-October can be an optimal time for shark fishing in Highpoint.

Popular shark species

• Blacktip Shark
• Bonnethead Shark
• Nurse Shark
• Bull Shark
• Blue Shark

Popular shark fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $450.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $500.00
• Skinny Water Charters from $430.00
• Optimus Fishing Charters from $395.00
• Bait House Charters from $900.00

Tarpon fishing charters in Highpoint

Tarpon is one of the most desired trophy fish in Highpoint. Local fishing guides can help you to target Tarpon. They will show you how to use the proper fishing method in the right spot and at the right time.

Tarpon live in bays, lagoons, and even rivers. Some of the most popular bait are crabs, pinfish, and mullet.

Note: Catch-and-release-only when fishing for Tarpon. By law, Tarpon over 40 inches must remain in the water. So be careful with your trophy, take a photo of a lifetime, and let it go.

Tarpon fishing rates

On average, the price for a 6-hour Tarpon fishing trip is $580 for 2 guests. An extra person fee is $50.

You can find 15 fishing companies specialized in Tarpon fishing in Highpoint and nearby cities.

Best time for Tarpon fishing in Highpoint

Tarpon fishing season in Highpoint is late spring through summer. August, July, and June are the ideal months.

Popular Tarpon fishing charters

• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $900.00
• On a Mission Fishing Charters from $750.00
• Tampa Bay Flats Fishing from $900.00
• Fish Tampa Flats Charters from $1050.00
• Light Tackle Adventures from $750.00

FAQ

What is included in the price?

Most trips are all-inclusive. Captains provide all the necessary fishing equipment, bait, and cooler with ice. Usually, Captains clean the catch with no additional payments.

Captains provide a saltwater fishing license. It covers all the anglers on the boat.

A Fishing charter has to have a federal permit if you are planning to fish in the federal waters.

What to bring on a fishing charter trip?

Depending on the weather, Captains recommend bringing sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, long sleeve shirt, hat, windbreaker, waterproof jacket, waterproof pans, appropriate non-skid footwear, gloves, your medicines, bug bite cream, sanitizer, drinks, and snacks.

Bring your freshwater license if you are planning to fish in the freshwater.

Some Captains don’t recommend bringing spray sunscreen, liquor, weapons, fireworks, and inappropriate footwear.

How to book a fishing charter trip?

You can reserve a trip with a 10-30% deposit.

The remaining balance has to be paid directly to the Captain on the day of your trip or upon arrival.

The majority of the fishing charter deposits are refundable if you can cancel before the cancellation deadline. On average, a free cancellation deadline is 2-14 days before the trip date. Keep in mind that some of the bookings could be non-refundable.

What are the closest boat ramps and marinas to Highpoint?

Fishing charters launch from marinas or public boat ramps. Popular meeting points near Highpoint are:

• Gandy Boat Ramp, 5108 West Gandy Blvd — 22 mins from Highpoint
• Maximo Boat Ramp, Pinellas Point Dr S & Sunshine Skyway Ln S — 22 mins from Highpoint
• Belleair Causeway Boat Ramp, 3900 W Bay Dr — 17 mins from Highpoint