Top 15 Inshore Fishing Trips in the USA

Bay Fishing South Padre Island - Fishing South Padre Island’s sheltered bay waters

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

Review of South Padre Island bay fishing, including cost, catch, crew, boat, family suitability, tips, and what to expect on the four-hour trip.

“Oprator just canceled the tour without any justification, we were at the dock and nobody was there a maintenance guy was so kind to call someone who just informed the tour was canceled, she offered to change the departure time for a later choice but as the first time it was cancelled too.”

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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

Review of Private Bay Fishing South Padre Island, with family tips, pricing, boats, fish species, captain service, and practical booking advice.

“Our Captain Brady was awesome. He was so helpful, very pleasant, very informative and patient with us non-fishers. We would definitely book again if we go fishing. He was the best!”

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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.)

Review L4K Charters’ private Choctawhatchee Bay fishing trip from Niceville, with family tips, boat details, pricing, catches, and what to bring.

“Hands down the BEST fishing trip I’ve ever booked! Captain Rob is an absolute professional. He made this a very memorable experience for our family, especially our 6 year old who was a first timer. From the minute you set foot on his boat, you feel like family. We will definitely book again when we come back!”

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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

Fish Naples’ calm bays for 3.5 hours with gear, bait, parking, scenic views, and a small-group crew targeting redfish, snook, trout, and more.

“My husband and son went out for the half-day trip and had a great time fishing. They caught a few and enjoyed traveling around in the back bays and the guide they had that afternoon.”

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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.)

Review of Key West’s private half-day fishing charter, with live bait, sharks, tarpon, snapper, pricing, timing, and practical tips.

“Justin was a great captain who knew all the best fishing spots. He was great company as well. If you're looking to catch something despite experience level, I would highly recommend.”

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Biscayne Bay Inshore Flats Fishing

6.Biscayne Bay Inshore Flats Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews

Fish Biscayne Bay’s shallow flats for bonefish, snapper, grouper, and more on a private Miami charter with gear and bait 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

7.Crystal River Inshore Fishing Charter

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

Review of Crystal River inshore fishing, with private boat, gear, licenses, local wildlife, family tips, pricing, and booking advice.

“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

8.Inshore Sport Fishing with Local Guide

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

Fish Fort Lauderdale’s canals, flats, and mangroves with Captain Zach on a private four-hour trip targeting tarpon, snook, sharks, and more.

“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

9.Inshore Fishing Charter

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

Review of Charleston’s 8-hour private inshore fishing charter, with redfish, trout, flounder, pricing, guides, logistics, and booking advice.

“Had a great time and caught a lot of fish. Our guide Dylan kept us very entertained and would definitely do this again.”

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Private Jacksonville Inshore Fishing Charter

10.Private Jacksonville Inshore Fishing Charter

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

Review of Jacksonville’s private inshore fishing charter, with Captain Wayne, St. Johns River fishing, prices, tips, and practical details.

“We arranged a fishing trip for five of us at the same time. Wayne is a lovely guy, very friendly and knowledgeable; he guided us to a good place for catching King Mackerel. We had plenty of fun and enough fish for lunch. We can recommend these fishing trips as a perfect way to enjoy a bit of fresh air. An easy five ***** Wayne!!! See you again soon. :-)”

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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.)

Review of Crystal River’s private half-day fishing charter, with mangrove waterways, patient guidance, redfish, trout, and practical booking tips.

“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

12.4-Hour Private Inshore Fishing Trip in Sarasota

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

Review of Sarasota’s private four-hour inshore fishing trip, with Captain James, family tips, pricing, catches, logistics, and cancellation advice.

“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

13.3 Hour Inshore Shark Fishing Trip in Hilton Head Island

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

Catch small sharks in Hilton Head’s calm inshore waters, with dolphin views, family-friendly fishing, and a captain handling the gear.

“The fishing was amazing! Captain Jack was helpful and kind. We caught a baby shark and released it back to the ocean! Thank you for the great experience!”

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