The 15 Best Fishing Trips in the USA

Drift Fishing Trip off the Coast of Fort Lauderdale - What happens during the four hours

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 644 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $85Our pick

Review of Fort Lauderdale’s $85 drift fishing trip, with reef fishing, family tips, catch cleaning, timing, value, and practical advice.

“Had a great time! The captain & crew were great! Friendly, helpful, knowledgeable. Took time to show us & tell us about the different fish we caught. Will bait all your hooks if you don’t wanna touch the bait! We caught a lot of fish too! The crew went above and beyond to ensure a great experience. So much fun, will definitely do again on our next trip. Highly recommend!”

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Half-Day Fishing Trip in Fort Lauderdale

2.Half-Day Fishing Trip in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 607 reviews · from $73

See what to expect on Fort Lauderdale’s $73 half-day fishing trip, from included gear and crew help to rough seas, group size, and fish cleaning.

“I booked a drifting fishing on Viator website. On the day Jan 6th, my last tour is running late so I missed the tour by 15 minutes. When we arrived, people working there (one man and one woman) told me one option is that they can put a note and hold the credit for one year. But I tried to contact them now they denied such note has ever been made (they want to know the name of people who helped me that day but they should be able to find such info easily since they know exactly the date of my trip) and apparently Viator cannot help in anyway.…”

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Fairbanks Ice Fishing Expedition in a Heated Cabin with Fish Cookout

3.Fairbanks Ice Fishing Expedition in a Heated Cabin with Fish Cookout

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 461 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $169Top rated

Stay warm while ice fishing near Fairbanks, catch salmon or trout, and enjoy fresh fish and reindeer sausage in a heated cabin.

“We love coming to Alaska. Last year we actually booked with Rods for Ice Fishing and loved it so much. We booked it again and our guide Mike was amazing! Everything went extremely smooth, and Mike was very attentive to everyone. It was a great atmosphere and made this trip even better. Mike was efficient, kind, and helped as much as he could. Totally recommend and will be booking for the next time we come.”

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Key West Half-Day Fishing Charter

4.Key West Half-Day Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 408 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95

Review of Key West’s $95 half-day reef fishing charter, with crew tips, boat details, catches, timing, value, and booking advice.

“They know where the fish are, are so helpful and friendly. My husband caught 2 sharks and was elated. I caught no less than 20 fish, at one spot they hit at each cast. One of the best charters we’ve ever done.”

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Private Fishing Charter in Ketchikan

5.Private Fishing Charter in Ketchikan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 367 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $900

Review of Ketchikan’s private fishing charter, with salmon, halibut, gear, cruise pickup, pricing, guides, comfort, and booking advice.

“We felt good about our trip because Captain Mike had 5 Stars, but when we got to the dock it wasn’t Captain Mike it was someone else. Our Captain that day was very kind with great manners but he did not know where the fish was located that day. We did try three different places he thought maybe they were located. For the money we paid this wasn’t good. I’m thinking, maybe Captain Mike didn’t care enough about us catching to share this information with the captain who took us out that day. Just not sure to be honest. But for sure, their excuse of TIDE issues just wasn’t the…”

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Half-Day Deep-Sea Fishing at Riviera Beach

6.Half-Day Deep-Sea Fishing at Riviera Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 366 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $80

Review of Riviera Beach’s half-day deep-sea fishing trip, with crew tips, equipment, catch cleaning, pricing, crowding, and booking advice.

“Love this group since it’s actual real fishing - not like some ‘touristy’ charters where you don’t get to touch the pole. I live when people leave poor reviews because they didn’t catch anything 😂. Obviously they don’t understand fishing; sometimes I’m good and sometimes I’m not . . . no one can make the fish come across your bait and they choose to bite or not.”

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4-Hour Day or Night-Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

7.4-Hour Day or Night-Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 365 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Fort Lauderdale reef fishing review with boat views, helpful crew, family-friendly action, night trips, fish targets, and practical tips.

“Although we didn't catch anything, a lot of others did. The sea was rough and windy but the crew and captain were very knowledgeable and kept us all safe and comfortable. We will go again!”

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Ketchikan salmon and halibut fishing charter

8.Ketchikan salmon and halibut fishing charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 363 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $700

Review of Ketchikan salmon and halibut fishing, with boat details, pricing, catches, weather tips, licenses, and advice on who should book.

“This trip was a disaster from the beginning. Captain Tim was expecting 3 not 4 people in our confirmed reservation. He was prepared to take us on a 6 hour halibut trip instead of the 4 hour salmon trip we had booked. Tim attempted to take us 4-5 miles off shore, but the seas were VERY rough and he kept saying, "I've never seen it like this before". Our boat was being tossed around to the point that I feared if it got much worse Tim would not be able to get us back safely. I asked to turn around and stay closer to the bay. With four lines in…”

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Shared Sportfishing Trip from Fort Lauderdale

9.Shared Sportfishing Trip from Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 340 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $214

Review of Fort Lauderdale’s four-hour shared sportfishing trip, with catches, crew, costs, boat details, tips, and honest value advice.

“Not worth the price! Only went about 3 miles out, not enough poles per participant. Each participant took turns to reel a shark in. No attempt made to locate fish to keep. They did ask for 20% gratuity per man, which would have equaled 40% of total cost. They even ran out of gas and we had to be towed back in!!”

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Key West 6-Hour Party Boat Fishing Trip – Affordable Reef Fishing

10.Key West 6-Hour Party Boat Fishing Trip – Affordable Reef Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 325 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $85

Review of Key West’s affordable six-hour party boat fishing trip, with crew support, reef fishing, costs, tips, and who should book.

“Great time, good value! Captain did his best to find us fish. We had fun! First mate Ryan was very helpful and accommodating.”

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3-Hour Honolulu Bottom Fishing Adventure

11.3-Hour Honolulu Bottom Fishing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 320 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $86

Review of Honolulu’s 3-hour bottom fishing trip, with boat views, gear, family tips, fish expectations, price, and practical advice.

“Great experience for both young and adults. Me and my son both caught fish so mission was complete. Friendly staff who helped us out and gave advice. I can really recommend this!”

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Fort Lauderdale: 4-Hour Deep Sea Drift Fishing Trip

12.4-Hour Deep Sea Drift Fishing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 297 reviews · 4 hours · from $85

Review of Fort Lauderdale’s 4-hour deep sea fishing trip, with family-friendly fishing, boat details, costs, catches, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“Mates and captian did what it took to put fish in the boat.”

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Half Day Fishing Experience from John’s Pass in Madeira Beach, FL – 5 Hours

13.Half Day Fishing Experience from John’s Pass in Madeira Beach, FL – 5 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 284 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $94

Review of Hubbard’s Marina’s five-hour fishing trip from Madeira Beach, with catch expectations, costs, timing, gear tips, and family advice.

“The Hubbard fishing people where great to deal with and very friendly , the price was a good price not to expensive”

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Guided Fishing Trip in Jackson Hole

14.Guided Fishing Trip in Jackson Hole

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 231 reviews · 4 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $475

Review of Jackson Hole’s private guided fly-fishing trip, with river choices, guide tips, gear, cost, timing, fishing license, and booking advice.

“Rhys was great! He was super patient with both of us as complete beginners! And yes, we did catch fish!”

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Miami Half Day Deep Sea Fishing Trip from Bayside Marketplace

15.Miami Half Day Deep Sea Fishing Trip from Bayside Marketplace

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 223 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $80

Review of Miami’s $80 half-day deep-sea fishing trip from Bayside Marketplace, with tips on bait, seasickness, crowds, weather, and value.

“I should have checked the weather before booking. It was a little rough seas about 5-6 ft but the crew was very professional and very kind. I saw them helping everyone to get ther line in the water. Some people and kids did catch fish. We did not but that's our luck lol. am definitely going back but in clear weather lol. I do recommend them but remember its fishing not catching. Still a great experience”

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