Local Waters – Melbourne
Local Waters – Melbourne
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Come enjoy a day on the water, exploring Melbourne's incredible inshore fishing opportunities! Located along the Indian River, this fishery is home to some world-famous species – how does chasing Snook, Tarpon, and Redfish sound? Hop aboard Local Waters charters and come experience this for yourself with Captain Jeffrey Trafton.
Like the name of his charter shows, Capt. Jeffrey grew up in this area and been fishing these waters his whole life. No matter when you visit, he'll know exactly what's biting and where to take you for a productive day and get that fish on the end of your line! Thanks to his patience and enthusiasm Capt. Jeffrey is the perfect teacher for less-experienced anglers, too.
You'll be casting your line from your captain's 18' Beavertail Skiffs boat, perfectly built to cruise the inshore flats, mangroves, and shallow grassy waters that Melbourne is home to. She can accommodate up to 2 guests, which means you'll get plenty of attention and support from your captain. On board, you'll find top-quality navigational and safety gear.
Local Waters specializes in light tackle fishing, and is also capable of accommodating fly fishing clients. Just be aware that only one angler can fly fish at a time. You'll be aided in these fishing methods by your vessel's poling platform, which is is great for sight fishing, as well as her i-Pilot trolling motor. This means you can follow your target fish without scaring them away!
Depending on the amount of time you spend on the water and when you decide to visit, your potential catches will be tasty Redfish, hard-fighting Snook, Spotted Seatrout, and that mighty 'Silver King,' the Tarpon. Experienced anglers will enjoy the thrill of hooking prestigious fish, whereas newbies will get the perfect introduction to inshore fishing.
All of the necessary tackle and licensing is included, along with a cooler, ice, and water. Hop aboard Local Waters, and get ready for a Floridian fishing adventure you won't forget!
Come enjoy a day on the water, exploring Melbourne's incredible inshore fishing opportunities! Located along the Indian River, this fishery is home to some world-famous species – how does chasing Snook, Tarpon, and Redfish sound? Hop aboard Local Waters charters and come experience this for yourself with Captain Jeffrey Trafton.
Like the name of his charter shows, Capt. Jeffrey grew up in this area and been fishing these waters his whole life. No matter when you visit, he'll know exactly what's biting and where to take you for a productive day and get that fish on the end of your line! Thanks to his patience and enthusiasm Capt. Jeffrey is the perfect teacher for less-experienced anglers, too.
You'll be casting your line from your captain's 18' Beavertail Skiffs boat, perfectly built to cruise the inshore flats, mangroves, and shallow grassy waters that Melbourne is home to. She can accommodate up to 2 guests, which means you'll get plenty of attention and support from your captain. On board, you'll find top-quality navigational and safety gear.
Local Waters specializes in light tackle fishing, and is also capable of accommodating fly fishing clients. Just be aware that only one angler can fly fish at a time. You'll be aided in these fishing methods by your vessel's poling platform, which is is great for sight fishing, as well as her i-Pilot trolling motor. This means you can follow your target fish without scaring them away!
Depending on the amount of time you spend on the water and when you decide to visit, your potential catches will be tasty Redfish, hard-fighting Snook, Spotted Seatrout, and that mighty 'Silver King,' the Tarpon. Experienced anglers will enjoy the thrill of hooking prestigious fish, whereas newbies will get the perfect introduction to inshore fishing.
All of the necessary tackle and licensing is included, along with a cooler, ice, and water. Hop aboard Local Waters, and get ready for a Floridian fishing adventure you won't forget!
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Reviews (20)
Cody Brennan5.0VerifiedFishing with Jeffrey
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 12, 2022 • 2 adults
Richard Harris5.0VerifiedGreat Family Trip
Full Day Trip on May 25, 2025 • 2 adultsWe had a great time. Capt Jeff was very knowledgeable, had a clean boat, good equipment. My nephew learned a lot and caught the biggest fish of his lift so far. Highly recommend.
Bill MaaszRepeat angler5.0VerifiedHalf day
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 10, 2022 • 2 adultsMy son and I had a great time with Captain Jeff. Jeff's boat was in great condition and it was perfect for the shallow water fishing that we were doing. The rods/reels and lures were in great shape and easy to use. Jeff was very personable and he was very knowledgeable about fishing in the Melbourne, FL area. The fishing was tough and the fish weren't biting early in the trip. Jeff kept trying new areas and he was able to put us on a good amount of speckled trout and snapper. I will definitely be looking to book another trip with him next time I'm in the Melbourne area.
Lee FultonRepeat angler5.0VerifiedHalf day with Capt. Jeff
Half Day Trip (AM) on February 15, 2021 • 2 adultsHighly recommend this guide. Good boat and gear, clean and neat. Capt. Jeff personable and worked hard for the fish we caught. The lunar tables were showing a very slow day and the wind was high enough to severely limit areas to fish but Capt. Jeff got us onto some fish. Very enjoyable afternoon. Will absolutely book with him again, if in the area.
Michael Warner5.0VerifiedFishing trip in February
Half Day Trip (AM) on February 9, 2023 • 2 adultsGreat day
Melody BraniganRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat experience!
Half Day Trip (PM) on January 2, 2021 • 2 adultsWe had a wonderful trip with Captain Jeff! Caught lots of fish and appreciated the casting tips. We had such a great time we even tried to book a second trip with him while we were in town but couldn’t fit it in. Would definitely recommend for couples or parent/child outings.
Gerald Walhovd5.0VerifiedHalf day trp with Capatin Jeff
Half Day Trip (PM) on February 16, 2020 • 2 adultsWas a very good trip, it was a bit windy but we still managed to find fish, caught a small Sea Trout on my second cast! then a few more through out the rest of the trip along with a couple Redfish. I also managed to hook a couple Ladyfish but none made it into the boat, they are quite the fighters. I will definitely go again when I make it back to the Melbourne area.
Vince Koleck5.0VerifiedHalf day Trip with Capt Jeffrey Trafton
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 11, 2021 • 2 adultsVery enjoyable trip and better still with Capt Jeffrey's excellent guidance and skills. He really worked hard to get us to all the key spots. Highly recommended. Thank you.
Brandon Hurtman5.0VerifiedHalf day with captain Jeff
Half Day Trip (AM) on January 21, 2021 • 1 adultJeff was awesome man, great boat and good gear. He knew exactly where to go right from the start and had us on the fish all day! Would highly recommend to anyone!
Jack AndersonRepeat angler5.0VerifiedMay fishing trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 16, 2021 • 2 adults
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We had a great time. Capt Jeff was very knowledgeable, had a clean boat, good equipment. My nephew learned a lot and caught the biggest fish of his lift so far. Highly recommend.
My son and I had a great time with Captain Jeff. Jeff's boat was in great condition and it was perfect for the shallow water fishing that we were doing. The rods/reels and lures were in great shape and easy to use. Jeff was very personable and he was very knowledgeable about fishing in the Melbourne, FL area. The fishing was tough and the fish weren't biting early in the trip. Jeff kept trying new areas and he was able to put us on a good amount of speckled trout and snapper. I will definitely be looking to book another trip with him next time I'm in the Melbourne area.
Highly recommend this guide. Good boat and gear, clean and neat. Capt. Jeff personable and worked hard for the fish we caught. The lunar tables were showing a very slow day and the wind was high enough to severely limit areas to fish but Capt. Jeff got us onto some fish. Very enjoyable afternoon. Will absolutely book with him again, if in the area.
Thanks for the kind words. Looking forward to the next trip!
Great day
We had a wonderful trip with Captain Jeff! Caught lots of fish and appreciated the casting tips. We had such a great time we even tried to book a second trip with him while we were in town but couldn’t fit it in. Would definitely recommend for couples or parent/child outings.
FAQs about Local Waters – Melbourne
- US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3hr special (3 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $400 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $800 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- GPS
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (both live bait, artifical, and flyfishing available.)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (in most cases yes.)
- Fishing license (fishing license included)
- Fly fishing equipment
- Inshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Light tackle
- Spinning
- Fly fishing
- Redfish
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
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