Bass Flats & Beyond is a locally-owned charter service. If you’re looking for the perfect inshore trip, fishing the shallows of Stuart, FL is as good as it gets, and Capt, John Larsen knows all the best spots to visit. Snook, Tarpon, and a host of other inshore gamefish lurk in these murky waters, just waiting for a hook to come their way.
Spend the day fishing aboard a 22’ Sterling flats boat. This incredible vessel is as at home in the Indian River Lagoon as she is the local lakes. She is equipped with Garmin electronic to lock you on the best spots around, and can cruise at staggering speeds to make sure you waste no time getting to them.
You have a range of trips to choose from for your day. With options for anything from two to eight hours on the water, any schedule or budget is catered for. You can also pick your target species from one of the longest lists you’re ever likely to see.
Tarpon, Trout, and Snook top the bill, but you can also find Mangrove Snappers, Spanish Mackerel, Sheepshead, Jack Crevalle, Pompano, and so much more. Capt. John specializes in light tackle and fly fishing. He provides quality conventional tackle and welcomes fly anglers to bring their own gear along, too.
All trips come with tackle, lures, and licenses as standard. Bait can be caught on the trip, or can be purchased ahead of time for a small surcharge. At the end of your trip, all your catch will be cleaned and filleted for you, so remember to bring a big cooler!
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John Larsen
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100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
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100%
Recommend this charter
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Caught fish
75%
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6 hour trip on January 6, 2025
Overall fun time and good experience, knowledgeable captain with great equipment. Will do it again!
Overall fun time and good experience, knowledgeable captain with great equipment. Will do it again!
Victoria, TX
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6 hour trip on May 19, 2022
John was quick to respond to texts beforehand, providing clear instructions of meeting place and time. He explained techniques clearly and thoroughly. He worked hard to successfully get us on fish. His equipment and boat were in top shape. Between the fishing and general conversation, this was a very enjoyable trip. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
John was quick to respond to texts beforehand, providing clear instructions of meeting place and time. He explained techniques clearly and thoroughly. He worked hard to successfully get us on fish. His equipment and boat were in top shape. Between the fishing and general conversation, this was a very enjoyable trip. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
Winston-Salem, NC
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4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 29, 2023
Great boat Fantastic gear but we just did not have good luck today
Great boat Fantastic gear but we just did not have good luck today
Shakopee, MN
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6 hour trip on October 25, 2020
John is great. Fantastic boat. Really knows the flats!
John is great. Fantastic boat. Really knows the flats!
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Stuart, Florida, United States
My dad owned a dive shop in Jupiter. I got familiar with with the reefs and wrecks spearfishing when I was very young. Later on, at UCF, I was on the Bass fishing team and won some tournaments. I'd say that ever since then Bass fishing is my absolute favorite. I got intimately familiar with both freshwater and saltwater fishing in Florida.
River Fishing
I am based in Palm Beach county, so we fish everything from Lake Okeechobee to the Everglades and most all of the Unban canals.
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No I do not
Fishing License
All saltwater trip include your fishing license and all freshwater trip you will need to purchase one at $17 each. Its the state law!
Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No age limit, you know your kids. If you think they up for it, then I am. But generally I find around age two is a good age
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Bass Flats & Beyond - Stuart - Updated 2025 Prices