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Fishing charters in Nine Mile, FL

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Whether you are looking for a family getaway or an offshore fishing adventure, Nine Mile fishing charters will put you in the best spots.

Redfish, Southern Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and Redfish can be your next catch.

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Inshore fishing charters in Nine Mile

Nine Mile is famous for its inshore fishing grounds. Bays, inlets, and shallow flats provide excellent fishing opportunities for a great trip.

You can reel_in Redfish, Southern Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and many more.

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

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Inshore fishing trip prices

$465 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 anglers depending on the length of the boat.

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

You can find 41 fishing charters in Nine Mile and nearby cities. You will have a lot of choices to book your next fishing retreat.

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Best time for inshore fishing

August, May and September will be your next best months for inshore fishing in Nine Mile.

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Offshore fishing charters in Nine Mile

This is your chance to get away from it all and experience some of the best offshore fishing in the world. You’ll be heading out to the open waters searching for the big ones. Nine Mile offshore fishing charters will show you the perfect fishing grounds in the area.

You can reel_in Cobia, King Mackerel, Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, 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.

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Offshore fishing trip prices

$770 is the average base price for a private 4-hour offshore fishing charter and 2 anglers. An extra person fee is $50. Captains can accommodate 4-6 persons depending on the capacity of the vessel.

The most affordable rates start at $595 for a 4-hour offshore fishing trip near Nine Mile.

In Nine Mile and nearby cities, there are about 29 offshore fishing charters. It’s easy to book your next fishing break in Nine Mile.

Tip: It’s better to take a 6-hour or 8-hour offshore fishing trip for the best fishing experience. Offshore fishing spots are away from the coast, so you will need some time to get there.

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

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Best time for offshore fishing

August, May and September are the best months for offshore fishing near Nine Mile.

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Family-friendly fishing charters in Nine Mile

Nine Mile family-friendly fishing charters offer a great opportunity to build relationships with the members of your family. The fishing charter Captain will teach you about different species of fish and show you various fishing techniques.

In-shore fishing refers to inland waters like creeks, flats, and small bays. Inshore waters offer consistent year-round fishing through seasonal changes.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

A 4-hour fishing charter trip could be an ideal choice for a family with kids. This trip is ideal for families. Your kids will learn about species of fish and won’t get tired.

On average, the base price for a private 4-hour family-friendly fishing charter is $436 for 2 anglers. An extra person fee is $50. Captains can accommodate 4-6 persons depending on the capacity of the vessel.

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Shark fishing charters in Nine Mile

Nine Mile is one of the best destinations for shark fishing because a wide variety of sharks are found in local waters. Nine Mile shark fishing charters have vast experience in targeting different shark species.

These waters will yield anything from Blacktip Shark and Bull Shark to Bonnethead Shark.

Note: some shark species are considered prohibited in Florida and cannot be kept as a trophy. These sharks have to be released. Fishing charter Captains will help you with shark identification.

Sharks inhabit inshore and deep water near reef dropoffs. Deep waters are home to adult sharks, while shallows are a playground for juveniles and pups.

Using dead bait is the most consistent way to catch sharks. Preferred live baits for shark fishing could be Blue Runner, Mullet, Bonita, or Ladyfish. Fishing charters prepare the best bait depending on the targeted shark species.

Shark fishing trip prices

On average, the price for a 4-hour shark fishing trip is $522 for 2 guests. Add $50 for each additional person. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

You can find 13 fishing charters in Nine Mile and nearby cities. It’s easy to book your next fishing retreat in Nine Mile.

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Best time for shark fishing in Nine Mile

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

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Tarpon fishing charters in Nine Mile

Tarpon is a game fish that attracts anglers from all over the world. Local charters will help you to find the best fishing locations. They will show you how to use the proper fishing method in the right spot and at the right time.

Tarpon reside in shallows, bays, inshore waters, and even rivers. Shrimp, pinfish, mullet, and crabs would be the ideal fishing bait.

Note: You won’t be able to land your catch because Tarpon is a catch-and-release-only fishery. By law, Tarpon over 40 inches must remain in the water. So be very delicate with your catch and release it as quickly as possible.

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 person.

In Nine Mile and nearby cities, there are about 15 fishing companies specialized in Tarpon fishing.

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Best time for Tarpon fishing in Nine Mile

Tarpon fishing season in Nine Mile is late spring through summer. The peak months are August, July, and June.

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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.

Captains provide a saltwater fishing license. This license covers all the anglers on the vessel.

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. It's usually within 2-14 days of your trip date. Keep in mind that some of the bookings could be non-refundable.

What are the closest boat ramps and marinas to Nine Mile?

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