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Fishing charters in Jacksonville, Florida
Where the St. Johns River meets the Atlantic, Jacksonville anchors one of the Southeast's great king mackerel fisheries and hosts the long-running Greater Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament each summer. The river mouth and jetties also hold some of Florida's biggest bull redfish, with schools of oversized drum staging there in late summer and fall.
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Booking a Jacksonville charter: FAQ
How do I pick a fishing charter in Jacksonville?
Match the boat to the fishing you want: Kingfish boats slow-troll live pogies along the beaches and reefs, while inshore guides soak cut bait and live croakers at the jetties for bull reds and work the creeks for trout and flounder. Look at what each operator targets, then check the live conditions in Baitful before locking a date.
When should I book a charter in Jacksonville?
The prime season is April–November (kingfish June–August, bull redfish August–October). Good boats fill up well ahead of peak months, so book early and keep an eye on the forecast.
What can charters catch in Jacksonville?
Where the St. Johns River meets the Atlantic, Jacksonville anchors one of the Southeast's great king mackerel fisheries and hosts the long-running Greater Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament each summer. The river mouth and jetties also hold some of Florida's biggest bull redfish, with schools of oversized drum staging there in late summer and fall.
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