Fishing charters in Yankeetown, FL

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

There are a plenty of options for your next fishing trip near Yankeetown. Local waters a playground for Redfish, Southern Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and many more.

Inshore fishing charters in Yankeetown

If you’re wondering where to cast a line near Yankeetown to make the most of the inshore fishing, you’ll find there’s something to suit all tastes and budgets. Anglers favorite Yankeetown for its backcountry rivers, bays, and shallow flats.

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.

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 2-6 anglers depending on the size of the craft.

$200 is the lowest price for a 2-hour inshore fishing trip in Yankeetown found on our platform.

There are about 41 fishing guides in Yankeetown and nearby cities. So you'll have a lot of options to book your next fishing trip.

Best time for inshore fishing

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

Popular inshore fish species

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

Popular inshore fishing charters

• Crystal River Guide Services from $450.00
• A-Lure Charters from $450.00
• Live Action Fishing Adventures from $500.00
• Fishbonz Charters from $500.00
• U-hook-um Charters from $400.00

Offshore fishing charters in Yankeetown

Yankeetown offers some of the best offshore fishing in the country. With knowledgeable guides, you'll be sure to have a great time.

There are a plenty of options for your next fishing trip near Yankeetown. Local waters a playground for 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 base price for a private 4-hour offshore fishing charter and 2 anglers. Add $50 for an each additional person. Fishing charters can accommodate 2-6 anglers depending on the size of the craft.

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

In Yankeetown and nearby cities, there are more than 29 offshore fishing charters. It’s easy to find your next fishing getaway in Yankeetown.

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

The best months for offshore fishing near Yankeetown are August, May and September.

Popular offshore fish species

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

Popular offshore fishing charters

• Extreme Fishing Habit Charter and Tours from $1050.00

Family-friendly fishing charters in Yankeetown

Yankeetown family fishing charters provide young and novice anglers an opportunity to experience the day on the water. It’s the best way to introduce your children to sport fishing and show various saltwater fish species.

Inshore fishing takes place in calm waters like bays and creeks. If an unexpected weather change comes along with inshore fishing, getting to safety is generally minutes away.

Family-friendly fishing trip prices

A 4-hour fishing charter trip could be an ideal choice for a family with kids. The kids will learn more about fish species and won’t get bored.

$436 is the average price for a 4-hour family-friendly fishing trip and 2 guests. An extra angler fee is $50. Captains can take 4-6 anglers depending on the length of the boat.

Popular family-friendly fishing charters

Shark fishing charters in Yankeetown

One of the world’s most famous game fish, sharks, are plentiful in the waters near Yankeetown. You can target these famous ocean predators by hiring one of the Yankeetown shark fishing charters.

Depending on the season, Yankeetown shark fishing charters will help you to target 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.

Sharks can be found in offshore and inshore waters. Juvenile sharks use estuaries and lagoon areas as nursery grounds, while adults could be found in deeper waters.

Sharks are caught using live bait. Mullet, Ladyfish, Bonita, and Blue Runner would be the ideal bait for shark fishing. Fishing charters prepare the best bait depending on the targeted shark species.

Shark fishing trip prices

On average, the base price for a private 4-hour shark fishing charter is $522 for 2 anglers. 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 Yankeetown and nearby cities. You will have plenty of choices to find your next fishing outing.

Best time for shark fishing in Yankeetown

Sharks are active all year round. March through October is the best time for shark fishing in Yankeetown.

Popular shark species

• Blacktip Shark
• Bull Shark
• Bonnethead Shark

Popular shark fishing charters

Tarpon fishing charters in Yankeetown

Tarpon are known as one of the world’s best fighting fish. Local fishing charters specialize in Tarpon fishing. They are ready to share productive spots and methods with their clients.

Tarpon can be found in inlets, shallows, and bays. The perfect bait for targeting the silver king could be crabs, shrimps, mullet, or pinfish.

Note: Tarpon are a catch-and-release-only species. Tarpon over 40 inches must stay in the water. So be very delicate with your catch and release it as quickly as possible.

Tarpon fishing rates

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

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

Best time for Tarpon fishing in Yankeetown

Tarpon fishing season in Yankeetown is late spring through summer. The best months to catch Tarpon 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, Captains clean the catch for free.

The trip price includes 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 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 Yankeetown?

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

• 18 NE 4th Ave — 22 mins from Yankeetown
• Crystal River Watersports Boat Ramp, 2380 N Suncoast Blvd — 18 mins from Yankeetown
• Crystal River City Boat Ramp at Pete’s Pier Marina, 1 SW 1st Place — 25 mins from Yankeetown