Fishing charters in St. George Island, FL

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

Redfish, Southern Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and Spotted Seatrout can be your next trophy.

Inshore fishing charters in St. George Island

If you’re wondering where to cast a line near St. George Island to make the most of the inshore fishing, you’ll find there’s something to suit all tastes and budgets. From the exciting Tarpon fishing to the night Snook fishing trips, there’s something for anglers of all tastes and all ages.

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

Inshore fishing trips are good for families with kids, 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 each additional person. Fishing charters can accommodate 4-6 anglers depending on the size of the vessel.

$200 is the lowest price for a 2-hour inshore fishing trip in St. George Island.

There are about 41 fishing guides in St. George Island and nearby cities. It’s easy to find your next fishing getaway in St. George Island.

Best time for inshore fishing

August, May and September will be your next best months for inshore fishing in St. George Island.

Popular inshore fish species

• Redfish
• Southern Flounder
• Spanish Mackerel
• Cobia
• Spotted Seatrout

Popular inshore fishing charters

• Nauti Buoy Charters from $500.00
• Captain Doug Chason from $500.00
• Captain Jeff Ruppart from $400.00

Offshore fishing charters in St. George Island

Whether you're a novice angler or an experienced fisherman, offshore fishing in St. George Island is a must-do activity. With miles of coastline to explore, you're sure to have a great outing.

There are a variety of options for your next fishing trip near St. George Island. These waters are filled with 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.

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. Fishing charters can accommodate up to 6 persons depending on the capacity of the boat.

The cheapest rates start at $595 for a 4-hour offshore fishing trip near St. George Island.

You can find more than 29 fishing companies in St. George Island and nearby cities. So you'll have a variety of options for your next fishing adventure.

Tip: It takes some time to get to the offshore fishing spots. So it’s better to take a 6-hour or 8-hour offshore fishing trip for the best fishing experience.

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

Best time for offshore fishing

The best time to go offshore fishing in St. George Island are considered to be August, May and September.

Popular offshore fish species

• Cobia
• King Mackerel
• Red Snapper
• Gag Grouper
• Black Sea Bass

Popular offshore fishing charters

• Fish King Charters from $1750.00
• Anchors Aweigh Fishing Charter from $850.00
• Hammerhead Hunters Charter Fishing from $1600.00

Family-friendly fishing charters in St. George Island

St. George Island family-friendly fishing charters offer unique fishing options for novice anglers of all ages. It’s the best way to introduce your children to sport fishing and show various saltwater fish species.

You can fish in the inland waters during the fishing trip. Your family can focus on peaceful fishing, thanks to the clear inshore waters.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

Select a 4-hour inshore fishing charter if you are planning a trip to St. George Island. This trip is ideal for families. Your kids will learn about species of fish and won’t get tired.

On average, the price for a 4-hour family-friendly fishing trip is $436 for 2 guests. Add $50 for an extra angler. Fishing charters can accommodate up to 6 persons depending on the capacity of the boat.

Popular family-friendly fishing charters

Shark fishing charters in St. George Island

One of the world’s most famous game fish, sharks, are plentiful in the waters near St. George Island. St. George Island shark fishing charters are perfect for families with young children or those who are looking to try their hands at shark fishing.

There are a lot of options for your next shark fishing trip near St. George Island. These waters are filled with Blacktip Shark, Bull Shark, Bonnethead 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.

Good shark fishing is along the coral or the sandy bottoms, river mouths, bays, and offshore waters. Shallows are a playground for juveniles, while deep waters are home to adult sharks.

Live or dead baits are great for shark fishing. The perfect live or dead bait for targeting sharks could be Mullet, Little Tunny, Landyfish, or Blue Runner. Fishing charters prepare the bait depending on what shark species you want to catch.

Shark fishing trip prices

On average, the price for a 4-hour shark fishing trip is $522 for 2 guests. An extra person fee is $50. Fishing charters can accommodate 2-6 anglers depending on the size of the craft.

There are about 13 fishing guides in St. George Island and nearby cities. You will have plenty of choices to find your next fishing outing.

Best time for shark fishing in St. George Island

Most of the non-prohibited shark species can be caught any time of the year. The best months for shark fishing in St. George Island are March through October.

Popular shark species

• Blacktip Shark
• Bull Shark
• Bonnethead Shark

Popular shark fishing charters

• Adventures Aboard The C-ScouT from $1000.00

Tarpon fishing charters in St. George Island

Tarpon is a game fish that attracts anglers from all over the world. You should have a very good chance at catching Tarpon by hiring one of the local guides. They are ready to share productive spots and methods with their clients.

Tarpon can be found in inshore waters, sallows, and bays. It loves mullet, crab, and pinfish.

Note: Tarpon are a protected catch-and-release-only species. 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

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

In St. George Island and nearby cities, there are around 15 fishing charters specialized in Tarpon fishing.

Best time for Tarpon fishing in St. George Island

The best seasons for Tarpon fishing in St. George Island are spring and summer. The perfect months are August, July, and June.

Popular Tarpon fishing charters

FAQ

What is included in the price?

Most trips are all-inclusive. Captains provide rods, reels, tackle, bait, and a cooler with ice. Usually, catch cleaning is free of charge.

A Saltwater fishing license is included in the price. It covers all the people 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 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 deposit could be refunded if you cancel the trip 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 St. George Island?

There are several boat ramps and marinas near St. George Island. Most of the fishing charters launch from:

• Scipio Creek Marina - Boat Ramp, 301 Market Street — 19 mins from St. George Island
• Battery Park Boat Ramp, 1 Bay Avenue — 19 mins from St. George Island
• 715 Randolph Street — 4 mins from St. George Island