Salty Charters Of Jacksonville
Salty Charters Of Jacksonville
Enjoy an incredible day of inshore and nearshore light tackle fishing with Captain Todd Philcox of Salty Charters Of Jacksonville. Captain Todd is USCG certified and he's also a retired NFL quarterback who has 45 years of fishing experience.
He started out fishing for Flounder, Striped Bass, and other inshore species in the waters of New York, Connecticut, and Long Island Sound. Since 2005, he specializes in targeting Redfish, Tarpon, Seatrout, Flounder, and many other species abundant in the inshore and nearshore waters of Northeast Florida.
Join the captain aboard his 21' Tidewater Baymax bay boat, perfect for fishing the creeks, shallow flats, St John's River, and jetties. The vessel can cater to up to 4 anglers of all ages and experience levels. It comes with a 150 HP Mercury engine, a wireless trolling motor, a live bait tank, an ice-box, and top-notch marine electronics and safety gear.
The charter will cover all the needed equipment, from the best professional Penn reels to live bait (usually prepared before the trip), and lures. Just make sure to bring your own fly fishing gear if you'd like to focus on this style. The captain will also clean and fillet all your hard-earned catch free of charge and provide fishing licenses and bottled water.
Captain Todd invites you to share his love for fishing and the joy of boating – don't miss the opportunity to join him on the water!
Enjoy an incredible day of inshore and nearshore light tackle fishing with Captain Todd Philcox of Salty Charters Of Jacksonville. Captain Todd is USCG certified and he's also a retired NFL quarterback who has 45 years of fishing experience.
He started out fishing for Flounder, Striped Bass, and other inshore species in the waters of New York, Connecticut, and Long Island Sound. Since 2005, he specializes in targeting Redfish, Tarpon, Seatrout, Flounder, and many other species abundant in the inshore and nearshore waters of Northeast Florida.
Join the captain aboard his 21' Tidewater Baymax bay boat, perfect for fishing the creeks, shallow flats, St John's River, and jetties. The vessel can cater to up to 4 anglers of all ages and experience levels. It comes with a 150 HP Mercury engine, a wireless trolling motor, a live bait tank, an ice-box, and top-notch marine electronics and safety gear.
The charter will cover all the needed equipment, from the best professional Penn reels to live bait (usually prepared before the trip), and lures. Just make sure to bring your own fly fishing gear if you'd like to focus on this style. The captain will also clean and fillet all your hard-earned catch free of charge and provide fishing licenses and bottled water.
Captain Todd invites you to share his love for fishing and the joy of boating – don't miss the opportunity to join him on the water!
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James McguireRepeat angler5.0VerifiedCaptain Todd was excellent
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 4, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenHad an incredible half-day fishing charter with Captain Todd Philcox at Salty Charters of Jacksonville. Captain Todd was exceptionally attentive throughout the trip and put us right on the fish from the start. He worked hard to move us to a number of different spots, which allowed us to catch all the fish we needed early. We landed a great number of redfish, along with some nice jack crevalle and speckled trout. On top of the great fishing, Captain Todd was fantastic with our 10 and 12-year-old kids, keeping them engaged and helping them out the entire time. I would definitely recommend Salty Charters to anyone looking for a great day on the water, and we would certainly use them again!
Timothy GruberRepeat angler5.0VerifiedNewVariety and Weather Ruled Today
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 24, 2026 • 2 adultsMy son Brandon, and my friend Steve enjoyed a wide variety today. Steve caught a 27 inch Snook (our first ever). We saw Tarpon for the first time (they were less cooperative). We caught Redfish, Trout, Snapper, Drum, Snook, Jack, Catfish, Stingray, and Ladyfish. All in the wind and rain. Appreciated Captain Todd going out today and as always with him it paid off. Super fun.
- Timothy GruberRepeat angler5.0VerifiedNew
Another great trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on September 21, 2026 • 2 adultsExcellence fishing with great variety of species. Redfish stole the day which was real fun. Todd is an excellent fisherman who is extremely patient and nice. We will go with him many more times once we move to Florida permanently next year.
Dan Maurer5.0VerifiedOutstanding charter!
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 8, 2026 • 2 adultsCaptain Todd is fantastic! We charter a lot and this was likely our best. Todd had us on good sized redfish within 10 minutes of leaving the dock. Kept it interesting too with more spots offering more variety (flounder, jacks, catfish, and tried for sea trout). We caught all morning. Everything is new and clean. We will be back again to charter with Todd
James JohnsonRepeat angler5.0Verifiedabsolutely awesome
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 22, 2026 • 4 adultswe've been on several charters with various captains, but this was special. Cpt Todd put us on the fish. the boat was super clean, max bait, fun, awesome music, best we've experienced in decades. definitely going out with him again.
Michael MyersRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGrandpa got skunked and loved it
Half Day Trip (AM) on February 19, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 childThis was my grandson’s first charter and Captain Todd made the experience one to remember. My grandson caught 1/2 dozen fish and captain Todd was patient and thoughtful while giving him pointers. Captain Todd had some tough conditions to work in and still got us on fish. More importantly we were able to make a memories for a lifetime. Thank you Captain Todd, Jack and fully endorse his charter.
Barry Ragsdale5.0VerifiedAwesome Fishing Trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on September 1, 2026 • 2 adultsCaptain Todd is amazing and put us on fish right away. He’s an excellent teacher/coach and I’d highly recommend going out with him! We are eating our fish as I type this.. haha 😂
Arthur SharpRepeat angler5.0VerifiedSalty Charters!
Half Day Trip (PM) on January 2, 2026 • 3 adultsMy son and I recently visited Jacksonville. We booked a trip with Salty Charters and Captain Todd Philcox. Great boat and Captain. We caught 5 different species and had a blast. Capt filleted our Redfish at the end of the trip and we had fish tacos for dinner! Highly recommend Salty Charters! 5 Stars.
Terra DimeglioRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat day and experienced captain
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 18, 2026 • 1 adultTom has wonderful local knowledge and we caught a variety of things. What a great way to see the watwrways as well.
Greg Kay5.0Verifiedbackwater reds
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 23, 2025 • 2 adultsTodd is quiet the redfish guide. He's extremely knowledgeable about creek fishing off the ICW, he had us on a great redfish bite 15 minutes into our charter, what a day. Thank you for a great time
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Had an incredible half-day fishing charter with Captain Todd Philcox at Salty Charters of Jacksonville. Captain Todd was exceptionally attentive throughout the trip and put us right on the fish from the start. He worked hard to move us to a number of different spots, which allowed us to catch all the fish we needed early. We landed a great number of redfish, along with some nice jack crevalle and speckled trout. On top of the great fishing, Captain Todd was fantastic with our 10 and 12-year-old kids, keeping them engaged and helping them out the entire time. I would definitely recommend Salty Charters to anyone looking for a great day on the water, and we would certainly use them again!
Thanks James! fun time with your family this morning! 
My son Brandon, and my friend Steve enjoyed a wide variety today. Steve caught a 27 inch Snook (our first ever). We saw Tarpon for the first time (they were less cooperative). We caught Redfish, Trout, Snapper, Drum, Snook, Jack, Catfish, Stingray, and Ladyfish. All in the wind and rain. Appreciated Captain Todd going out today and as always with him it paid off. Super fun.
Thanks so much Tim! I very much enjoyed having you, Brandon and Steve out this past week!
To say this was a productive trip is a huge understatement. Captain Todd not only led us to great fishing (redfish - primarily), but incredible guidance and kindness. He knew the waterways really well and we never stopped catching quality fish from the time we started fishing until the trip was over. He will definitely see me again when I return to Jax Beach this fall. We caught reds up to 33 inches, trout, flounder, and jacks. Incredible trip and Todd led us to great fishing. Thanks, Tim, Brandon, and Steve
thank you for the kind review Tim! I had a great time with you guys on Friday afternoon. Look forward to seeing you again in the future. 
Excellence fishing with great variety of species. Redfish stole the day which was real fun. Todd is an excellent fisherman who is extremely patient and nice. We will go with him many more times once we move to Florida permanently next year.
My son caught the largest fish of his life. A 40-inch Redfish. It was incredible and captain Todd coached him all the way through it. Fishing was solid overall but the memory watching & taping Brandon with a 40-inch Red is priceless. Thanks Skipper.
FAQs about Salty Charters Of Jacksonville
- US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $625 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
- US $825 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
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- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn reels)
- Live bait (Usually prepared before the trip)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Drinks (Water)
- Fishing license
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Spinning
- Fly fishing (Bring your own equipment)
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
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