Fishing charters in Mitchell Beach, FL

Mitchell Beach can be considered the fishing capital of Florida as it's home to a variety of exotic fish and a large fishing charter fleet.

Mitchell Beach fishing charters will put you on Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and many more.

Inshore fishing charters in Mitchell Beach

Mitchell Beach is popular with anglers, who come to explore the calm inshore waters. Bays, inlets, and shallow flats provide excellent fishing opportunities for a relaxing outing.

You can reel_in Mangrove Snapper, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and many more.

Inshore fishing trips are very popular with families, couples, and small groups of friends.

Inshore fishing trip prices

$465 is the average price for a 4-hour inshore fishing trip and 2 people. Add $50 for an extra angler. Fishing charters can accommodate up to 6 persons depending on the capacity of the boat.

The cheapest rates start at $200 for a 2-hour inshore fishing trip near Mitchell Beach.

In Mitchell Beach and nearby cities, there are about 41 inshore fishing charters. So you'll have a lot of options to book your next fishing trip.

Best time for inshore fishing

The best time to go inshore fishing in Mitchell Beach 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
• Imperial Sportfishing from $300.00
• Non-Stop Fishing Charters from $325.00
• Full Boat Charters from $400.00

Offshore fishing charters in Mitchell Beach

If you’re looking for a offshore fishing adventures, you’ll find that there are some excellent fishing opportunities 15-50 miles offshore. Mitchell Beach offshore fishing charters can take you there for a whole day.

There are a plenty of options for your next fishing trip near Mitchell Beach. Local waters a playground for 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

$770 is the average price for a 4-hour offshore fishing trip and 2 people. Add $50 for an extra angler. Captains can accommodate 4-6 persons depending on the capacity of the vessel.

The most affordable 4-hour offshore fishing trip in Mitchell Beach costs $595 for 2 anglers.

There are about 29 fishing guides in Mitchell Beach and nearby cities. It’s easy to book your next fishing break in Mitchell Beach.

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.

Standard tips are 15-20% of the price you paid for your charter if the crew did a good job.

Best time for offshore fishing

The best months for offshore fishing near Mitchell Beach are June, July and May.

Popular offshore fish species

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

Popular offshore fishing charters

• Barracudaville Charters from $595.00
• Simply Hooked Sport Fishing from $700.00
• Seminole Wind Charters from $595.00
• La Costa Charters from $650.00
• Pura Vida Charters from $700.00

Family-friendly fishing charters in Mitchell Beach

Mitchell Beach family-friendly fishing charters offer a great opportunity to bring your family together and have a fun fishing trip. The fishing charter Captain will teach you about different species of fish and show you various fishing techniques.

Inland waters include creeks, flats, harbors, and small bays. Inshore waters are ideal for family fishing because of the shallow depths and calm waves.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

Take a quick 4-hour inshore fishing trip if you are traveling with your family. Your family won’t get tired during a short outing.

$436 is the average base price for a private 4-hour family-friendly fishing charter and 2 anglers. An extra guest fee is $50. Fishing charters can accommodate 2-6 anglers depending on the size of the craft.

Popular family-friendly fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $395.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $500.00
• Non-Stop Fishing Charters from $325.00
• Full Boat Charters from $400.00
• Skinny Water Charters from $470.00

Shark fishing charters in Mitchell Beach

Sharks are plentiful all year round, from the shallow flats to the offshore waters near Mitchell Beach. Mitchell Beach shark fishing charters provide safe and fun adventures for anglers looking to try their hands at shark fishing.

You can have an amazing fishing outing and a chance to catch 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, nearshore, and offshore waters. Juvenile sharks use estuaries and lagoon areas as nursery grounds, while adults could be found in deeper waters.

Using dead bait is the most consistent way to catch sharks. The perfect live or dead bait for targeting sharks could be Mullet, Little Tunny, Landyfish, or Blue Runner. Fishing charter will prepare the correct bait for your shark fishing trip.

Shark fishing trip prices

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

In Mitchell Beach and nearby cities, there are about 13 shark fishing charters. It’s easy to find your next fishing trip in Mitchell Beach.

Best time for shark fishing in Mitchell Beach

You can catch sharks all year round. The months of March and October could be considered as the best time for shark fishing in Mitchell Beach.

Popular shark species

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

Popular shark fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $395.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $500.00
• Imperial Sportfishing from $600.00
• Skinny Water Charters from $470.00
• Bottom Line Sportfishing from $1150.00

Tarpon fishing charters in Mitchell Beach

Tarpon are known as one of the world’s best fighting fish. Mitchell Beach guides specialize in Tarpon fishing. They will show you various fishing methods and productive spots.

Tarpon prefer to reside in shallows, bays, flats, and rivers. It loves mullet, crab, and pinfish.

Note: Tarpon is a catch-and-release-only fishery. If you catch a Tarpon over 40 inches, avoid removing it from the water. So be careful with your trophy, take a memorable photo, and release the fish.

Tarpon fishing rates

On average, the base price for a 6-hour Tarpon fishing charter is $580 for 2 anglers. Add $50 for each additional guest.

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

Best time for Tarpon fishing in Mitchell Beach

Tarpon fishing season in Mitchell Beach is late spring through summer. The peak months for Tarpon fishing are August, July, and June.

Popular Tarpon fishing charters

• Florida Reels Fishing Charters from $700.00
• Pocket Change Inshore Fishing Charters from $900.00
• Imperial Sportfishing from $800.00
• Light Tackle Adventures from $950.00
• Good Inshore Fishing from $800.00

FAQ

What is included in the price?

Most trips are all-inclusive. Captains provide rods, reels, tackle, bait, and a cooler with ice. Usually, Captains clean the catch for free.

A Saltwater fishing license is included in the price. This license covers all the anglers on the vessel.

An offshore fishing charter has to have a federal permit 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 make a reservation 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. The cancellation deadline is usually 2-14 days before your trip date. Keep in mind that some of the bookings could be non-refundable.

What are the closest boat ramps and marinas to Mitchell Beach?

Popular meeting points near Mitchell Beach are:

• Crisp Park Boat Ramp, 3598-3500 Poplar St NE — 30 mins from Mitchell Beach
• Demens Landing Boat Ramp, 301 1st Ave SE — 28 mins from Mitchell Beach
• 3701 Gulf Blvd — 16 mins from Mitchell Beach