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15 Inshore Fishing Trips in the USA Worth Booking

37 trips  ·  from $33 a head

Every trip has one free morning too few. These 15 inshore fishing trips in the USA justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide over breakfast and still make the dock.

Bay Fishing South Padre Island - A morning trip or an evening on the bay
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Bay Fishing South Padre Island

1.Bay Fishing South Padre Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 206 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $32Our pick

Spend about four hours fishing the lower Laguna Madre aboard the 49-foot Hard Bottom Too. Captain Murphy’s crew supplies rods, reels, bait, and tackle, while guides such as David, Cesar, Mike, and Roy help you fish for trout, whiting, drum, sheepshead, stingrays, and more. Bring snacks, drinks, and a Texas saltwater license if you are 17 or older.

“Well, we went out right on schedule! (I really dig that). Got out to the spot, baited up, hooks in the water, and BAM! Within 5-7 minutes we were pulling in fish (sand trout). Now I realize that's not the case for everyone, but it really worked out for me and my boy. We caught 15 or 16 between the two of us (12 keepers, 1 bait fish, and 3 stingrays) and I saw lots of other stringers on the boat that looked pretty good. They even fileted them out for us at the end (for a lfew extra bucks)! The crew was awesome to work with! They helped with…”

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Private Bay Fishing South Padre Island - A four to five-hour itinerary from Palm Street
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Private Bay Fishing South Padre Island

2.Private Bay Fishing South Padre Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Top rated

Fish South Padre Island’s bay on a private 4 to 5-hour trip for up to six people. Captain Brady, Chapo, Rett, and other local guides provide rods, bait, tackle, and hands-on help. Bring drinks and snacks, keep your catch, and add fish cleaning or a restaurant fish-cooking option.

“Our family had a fabulous time! Wonderful experience and had a great guide, Chapo, he made sure we were all having a great time and also knowledgeable about the best way to fish!”

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Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay - A close look at Dress Blues
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Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay

3.Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Captain Rob takes up to four anglers aboard the 25-foot Dress Blues for a private inshore trip on Choctawhatchee Bay. Expect Penn gear, live bait, a fishing license, shade, seating, a private head, and fish cleaning. Families can choose a shorter Memory Maker outing near the dock.

“We went on the 2 hr “memory maker” fishing excursion with Capt Rob. He was very friendly and took time to explain fishing strategies with the kids. He also examined every fish we caught and provided details of each one. We caught catfish, croaker, red fish, black Drum, stingray and blue crab. Lots of fun for the family!”

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Naples Backwater/Calm Bay Fishing - From Pure Florida to the backwater
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Naples Backwater/Calm Bay Fishing

4.Naples Backwater/Calm Bay Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $145

Set out from downtown Naples with Pure Florida for 3.5 hours of backwater fishing. Captain Chris, Adam, Sam, Dan, and other crew members have earned praise for helping children and first-time anglers. Expect provided gear, several fishing spots, Naples scenery, and a marine restroom. You may also reach the Gulf when conditions allow.

“Sam and Tyler were awesome! We went to three different places and caught some nice fish. Great music in the boat and laid back environment.”

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KeyWest Half-Day Inshore Fishing Private Charter - Captain Justin and Captain Jagger
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KeyWest Half-Day Inshore Fishing Private Charter

5.KeyWest Half-Day Inshore Fishing Private Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Start at 7:30 am from Stock Island for four hours of private fishing in Key West’s shallow channels and backcountry. Captain Justin or Captain Jagger may guide your group, using live crabs, pilchards, and pinfish for tarpon, sharks, snappers, jacks, barracuda, and permit. Rods, tackle, bottled water, and the fishing license are included.

“Trolling motor not working correctly, so lost lots of fishing time. Would not hold position, and was very noisy.wasted dayJustin was great guy.”

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Biscayne Bay Inshore Flats Fishing - What the four-hour charter feels like
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Biscayne Bay Inshore Flats Fishing

6.Biscayne Bay Inshore Flats Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews

Join Miami Bonefishing for a private four-hour charter in Biscayne Bay, departing from Homestead or Key Biscayne. You’ll fish calm, shallow flats for bonefish, trout, snapper, grouper, shark, and other species, using fly or spinning gear supplied by your guide. Bring lunch and drinks, since food is not included.

“This was the best fishing trip I have ever experienced. I have fished all over the world and by far this was the best and we'll run trip.”

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Crystal River Inshore Fishing Charter - The catch can continue after you return
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Crystal River Inshore Fishing Charter

7.Crystal River Inshore Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Meet Captain Ryan, Chris, or Michael at the public ramp on 1 SW 1st Pl for a private Crystal River fishing trip. You will fish the river and Crystal Bay, with all tackle, safety gear, licenses, a boat, and bottled water supplied. Choose four to eight hours, watch for wildlife, and take home legal catch.

“What a fantastic Jack Crevalle fishing trip! Michael (the captain) is really helpful. We caught 24 Jack Crevalle. We took our ten Jack Crevalle home, gutted, pan-fried in a little extra virgin oil, with lemon, perfect, eaten...done. Please do try this experience, as one novice, it really does open up a complete feeling of a gateway to another world! Michael does make the whole experience amazing; the company is a gem. BOOK IT!”

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Inshore Sport Fishing with Local Guide - What the 18-foot Maverick HPX changes
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Inshore Sport Fishing with Local Guide

8.Inshore Sport Fishing with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Captain Zach takes up to three people on an 18-foot Maverick HPX through Fort Lauderdale’s canals, rivers, mangrove creeks, bridges, and flats. He supplies tackle, licenses, fuel, water, and fishing help. Choose light tackle, fly fishing, or beginner-friendly instruction while targeting tarpon, snook, barracuda, sharks, and jack crevalle.

“Zach the captain was absolutely the best. He new exactly where to go to catch the big tarpon fish. We made many memories that we will remember for a long time.”

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Inshore Fishing Charter - Starting at 50 Immigration Street
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Inshore Fishing Charter

9.Inshore Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $325

Set out from 50 Immigration Street for an eight-hour private inshore fishing charter in Charleston. Your captain supplies rods, gear, licenses, bait, and bottled water. Depending on conditions, you may fish tidal creeks, sounds, bays, marsh grass, and oyster banks for redfish, flounder, and spotted trout. Captains include Dylan, Ryan, Bill, Dan, and Jeff.

“8 of us went out for a Bachelor Party, Dylan was a great captain. Good catches, good music. Worth the trip.”

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Private Jacksonville Inshore Fishing Charter - Four hours or eight hours on the water
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Private Jacksonville Inshore Fishing Charter

10.Private Jacksonville Inshore Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Meet Captain Wayne at Jim King Boat Ramp for a private Jacksonville fishing trip on the north-flowing St. Johns River. Choose four or eight hours, with rods, safety gear, licenses, bottled water, and coolers provided. The trip suits beginners, families, and experienced anglers, though the boat has no onboard restroom or shade cover.

“We had a fabulous time; Wayne and the full team were friendly and great with the children. Loads of knowledge and we caught lots of fish, both children loved it ...we have fab photos! Will go again before we go home; will probably try deep-sea fishing with Wayne next.”

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Half-Day Private Guided Inshore Fishing Charter on the Nature Coast - What beginners can expect on the water
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Half-Day Private Guided Inshore Fishing Charter on the Nature Coast

11.Half-Day Private Guided Inshore Fishing Charter on the Nature Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Set out from Crystal River with Captain Gavin Shores of All Shores Outdoors for four hours of private inshore fishing. You’ll wind through more than 30,000 mangrove islands, learn simple casting techniques, and fish for species such as redfish and trout. The trip suits first-timers, families, and experienced anglers who want a personal day on Florida’s Nature Coast.

“The guide was informative and made the trip a lot of fun I will definitely recommend this to my friends and coworkers. I had a great time being on the water and seeing the type of fish that were in the gulf of America.”

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4-Hour Private Inshore Fishing Trip in Sarasota - What your family can expect from the captain
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4-Hour Private Inshore Fishing Trip in Sarasota

12.4-Hour Private Inshore Fishing Trip in Sarasota

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Captain James Gibson takes your private group of up to four onto Sarasota’s inshore waters for four hours of fishing. He supplies rods, tackle, bait help, and practical instruction while targeting snook, redfish, tarpon, and trout. Kids, dogs, and beginners are welcome, and the trip begins and ends at Harts Landing.

“Catching the fish. James knew exactly where to go on the bay to be successful. He was on time and had everything ready to go the moment we arrived.”

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3 Hour Inshore Shark Fishing Trip in Hilton Head Island - Cruising Broad Creek and Calibogue Sound
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3 Hour Inshore Shark Fishing Trip in Hilton Head Island

13.3 Hour Inshore Shark Fishing Trip in Hilton Head Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $70

Join Drifter Excursions at 5:00 pm from Palmetto Bay Marina for three hours of inshore shark fishing. Captain Jack and the crew handle the gear and coaching while you target Blacktip, Bull, Atlantic Sharpnose, and Hammerhead sharks. The route passes through Broad Creek and Calibogue Sound, with dolphins and pelicans often in view.

“Description and photos do not represent true experience. Multiple photos showed small boat that handles eight people in a semi private experience. True experience is large boat with 20+ people, just dropping fishing lines over side of the boat while anchored.”

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Half-Day Backcountry Fishing Charter from Key West - The fish you may target by season
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Half-Day Backcountry Fishing Charter from Key West

14.Half-Day Backcountry Fishing Charter from Key West

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

You’ll fish within 13 miles of Key West with a professional guide from Recon Sportfishing. This private four-hour charter explores grassy flats, mangrove islands, and shallow wrecks for tarpon, permit, jacks, barracuda, sharks, snappers, and cobia, with top-of-the-line gear provided.

“Our trip was awesome, our guide was very friendly and professional!!! His gear was top of the line and we caught fish!!”

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Palm Beach Inshore Fishing Charters - Meeting the captain at the marina
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Palm Beach Inshore Fishing Charters

15.Palm Beach Inshore Fishing Charters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Join a private Palm Beach inshore fishing charter for up to two people, with a professional captain, boat, rods, safety gear, licenses, and bottled water included. Captain John has helped guests land six fish for a fresh home-cooked meal. Choose a morning or afternoon departure and return to the marina.

“John was very helpful and did everything to make sure we had a great time! We caught six fishes and had fun cooking them at home.”

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New in Inshore Fishing Trips in the USA

★ 5.0St Petersburg Inshore Fishing Charters2 reviews
★ 5.0St Augustine Inshore Fishing Charter2 reviews
★ 5.0Half Day Inshore and Nearshore Fishing Charter in Sarasota2 reviews
★ 5.0Inshore Fishing by Charter in Sarasota2 reviews
★ 5.0Bay Fishing Charter3 reviews
★ 5.0Pensacola Inshore Fishing Charters2 reviews
★ 5.0Naples Inshore Fishing Charters4 reviews
★ 5.0Miami Inshore Fishing Charters on Biscayne Bay4 reviews
★ 5.0Backcountry Half Day Fishing Key West3 reviews
★ 4.5New Smyrna Inshore Fishing Charters4 reviews
★ 5.0Titusville Inshore Fishing Charter2 reviews
★ 3.0Melbourne Inshore Fishing Charters2 reviews
★ 5.0Clearwater Inshore Fishing Charter2 reviews
★ 4.0Orlando Inshore Fishing Charters4 reviews
★ 5.0Cape Canaveral Inshore Fishing Charter3 reviews

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