Inshore Saltwater Fishing New Smyrna Beach
Inshore Saltwater Fishing New Smyrna Beach
Absolutely beautiful weather is here and great fishing. Captain Drew Cavanaugh, welcomes you to Florida Inshore Fishing Charters! He runs fishing trips full time in New Smyrna Beach and Edgewater backcountry, Ponce Inlet nearshore, Port Canaveral nearshore, Daytona, and Orlando saltwater flats year-round. Capt. Drew has been fishing in the area since 1980, so there’s hardly a spot he doesn’t know of. He equally accommodates both novices, kids and experienced anglers, so there’s something for everyone.
Join Capt. Drew on his 21-foot Pathfinder Bay boat that accommodates up to 6 anglers/passengers at certain times, please be sure to ask about this in advance if you have more than 4 going due to certain restrictions by law. This bay boat is powered by a new 150 HP Yamaha engine and equipped with GPS, VHF radio and more.
Since Capt. Drew specializes in backcountry fishing and nearshore reef fishing you’ll mainly go after fish using light spin/fly tackle. Targeted species are for Tarpon, Snappers, Redfish, Pompano, Whiting, Jacks, Lady Fish, Cobia, Snapper, Tripletail, Snook, Trout, and Drum. At times we clean fish, restrictions apply.
Capt. Drew will fully cover your saltwater fishing licenses and equipment, and he usually prepares live bait in advance. He can also bring fly fishing equipment for you, just make sure to mention this in advance. There’s going to be fresh new bottled water on the boat but you can always bring other beverages you prefer and your snacks. Just no glass please.
Florida Inshore Fishing Charters is a family-friendly charter, so bring your kids.
Located just east of Orlando, Disney, Kissimmee by 45 minutes in the Daytona Beach, Cocoa Beach, Ormond Beach and New Smyrna Beach areas.
I use a few different ramps in the area. This depends on where we are catching most of the targeted fish you want and gets us closer to them. We will know the address to meet at a few days before your trip as well as start times. They tend to change daily.
Absolutely beautiful weather is here and great fishing. Captain Drew Cavanaugh, welcomes you to Florida Inshore Fishing Charters! He runs fishing trips full time in New Smyrna Beach and Edgewater backcountry, Ponce Inlet nearshore, Port Canaveral nearshore, Daytona, and Orlando saltwater flats year-round. Capt. Drew has been fishing in the area since 1980, so there’s hardly a spot he doesn’t know of. He equally accommodates both novices, kids and experienced anglers, so there’s something for everyone.
Join Capt. Drew on his 21-foot Pathfinder Bay boat that accommodates up to 6 anglers/passengers at certain times, please be sure to ask about this in advance if you have more than 4 going due to certain restrictions by law. This bay boat is powered by a new 150 HP Yamaha engine and equipped with GPS, VHF radio and more.
Since Capt. Drew specializes in backcountry fishing and nearshore reef fishing you’ll mainly go after fish using light spin/fly tackle. Targeted species are for Tarpon, Snappers, Redfish, Pompano, Whiting, Jacks, Lady Fish, Cobia, Snapper, Tripletail, Snook, Trout, and Drum. At times we clean fish, restrictions apply.
Capt. Drew will fully cover your saltwater fishing licenses and equipment, and he usually prepares live bait in advance. He can also bring fly fishing equipment for you, just make sure to mention this in advance. There’s going to be fresh new bottled water on the boat but you can always bring other beverages you prefer and your snacks. Just no glass please.
Florida Inshore Fishing Charters is a family-friendly charter, so bring your kids.
Located just east of Orlando, Disney, Kissimmee by 45 minutes in the Daytona Beach, Cocoa Beach, Ormond Beach and New Smyrna Beach areas.
I use a few different ramps in the area. This depends on where we are catching most of the targeted fish you want and gets us closer to them. We will know the address to meet at a few days before your trip as well as start times. They tend to change daily.
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Ted Edwards5.0Absolutely the very best fishing trip!
Half Day Trip on January 15, 2019My son and his family were here on vacation from Ohio and we decided to go on a backcountry fishing trip. My son was taking his two kids so we were looking for a guide who is family friendly and welcomes kids. We have been on trips before were the guide is not oriented towards taking children. Well let me tell you what. Captain Drew did not disappoint us! Not only did the grand kids catch a ton of fish but my son was able to knock several species off his bucket list as well. There is no other guide in the area I will use again other than Captain Drew!
Elaine Prokschl1.0VerifiedNot for anglers
4 Hour Day Trip on August 10, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 childNever leave bad reviews but was the worst guided trip ever. Been on 6. Ran out of gas, ran out of bait, short on time, only brought one kind of bait, geared trip not in the requested direction. Could have rented boat and dime store poles and done as well without guide. As I was the one who booked it and was main event of a life time trip, turned really embarrassing for 600$ . Would have went to a different location had I known. Wasn't the money, the experience was humbling in a bad way and don't want another fisherman to be disappointed. Might be great for family who have never fished and had small kidos. He was great with the 8yr old. He had a good time.
Andrew Freeman5.0VerifiedFantastic 3 hours with Capt. Drew!
3 Hour Day Trip on June 18, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 childrenCaptain Drew was very knowledgeable and we had a great time catching fish with him.
Jake T5.0Best fishing guide we have been with
4 Hour Day Trip on September 30, 2025We have fished with Captain Drew several times over the years and always have a fantastic trip with him. He is like family I would say. He knows his stuff and is very professional. By far one of the best charter boat captains you will ever use. You will not be disappointed. See you again Drew!! Thanks!!
Ken B5.0Another great day of fishing in the books!!
4 Hour Day Trip on August 12, 2025Best guide and captain in the area! There is no other challenger to even come close to this! Another great day on the water in the books and we are already planning next time! NAILED IT!!
Layne Connor5.0Best Fishing Guide In New Smyrna Beach
4 Hour Day Trip on August 15, 2023We hire Captain Drew Cavanaugh every time we come to Florida and have yet to be let down. He is local and been doing this for over 20 years now. I think this is maybe our 5th year doing a fishing trip with him. He knows the areas and knows the fish. He is the go to tarpon guide for Ponce Inlet waters. I strongly urge you to give him a call for your next fishing charter trip.
- Jason Jacobson5.0
Great day as always on the waters
4 Hour Day Trip on June 15, 2023I have fished with Captain Drew many times over the past several years. He is by far the number one captain in New Smyrna Beach, class act. Professional. We either do a nearshore tarpon charter from his other guide business in New Smyrna Beach or do a backcountry sight fishing charter with this one on the Mosquito Lagoon. We always have a great day no matter which one we do.
Vance Concord5.0Every Single Time Captain Drew is Better and Better!!! Insane Day of Fishing!! Again!!
4 Hour Day Trip on August 5, 2025
Rocky Saldedo5.0Caught my first Trapon with today
4 Hour Day Trip on September 5, 2024Captain Drew was not kidding when he was describing the feeling of getting your first tarpon. This was one of the best fishing trips we have ever been on.
Ross Collins5.0Lots of action with great spring weather
5 Hour Day Trip on April 26, 2024I took my boys out fishing with Captain Cavanaugh last spring break and had a wonderful day of flats fishing. We will be back next year to go again. Thanks Drew!!
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Captain Drew was very knowledgeable and we had a great time catching fish with him.
We have fished with Captain Drew several times over the years and always have a fantastic trip with him. He is like family I would say. He knows his stuff and is very professional. By far one of the best charter boat captains you will ever use. You will not be disappointed. See you again Drew!! Thanks!!
you are awesome! as always great times
Best guide and captain in the area! There is no other challenger to even come close to this! Another great day on the water in the books and we are already planning next time! NAILED IT!!
Ken you and your family are fantastic. Hope the wedding went well. See you in a month or so for some cobia. Have a great 2026!!!
We hire Captain Drew Cavanaugh every time we come to Florida and have yet to be let down. He is local and been doing this for over 20 years now. I think this is maybe our 5th year doing a fishing trip with him. He knows the areas and knows the fish. He is the go to tarpon guide for Ponce Inlet waters. I strongly urge you to give him a call for your next fishing charter trip.
Thank You so much!
I have fished with Captain Drew many times over the past several years. He is by far the number one captain in New Smyrna Beach, class act. Professional. We either do a nearshore tarpon charter from his other guide business in New Smyrna Beach or do a backcountry sight fishing charter with this one on the Mosquito Lagoon. We always have a great day no matter which one we do.
Thank you so much!
FAQs about Inshore Saltwater Fishing New Smyrna Beach
- US $175 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 1 Hour Micro Trip (1 hour)
- US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Day Trip (3 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Day Trip (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Day Trip (5 hours)
- US $750 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Day Trip (6 hours)
- GPS Garmin 8610XSV Ultra HD Side View and Down Scan
- Fishfinder Garmin 8610XSV Ultra HD Side View and Down Scan
- Live bait well Two Live Wells with air pump and two pumps
- Wireless trolling motor Ipilot with GPS
- Ice box Two Yeti Coolers
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (We catch our bait before the charters)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (You are allowed to bring the whole fish home)
- Drinks (Bottled water)
- Fishing license (All licenses are include. Local, State and Federal.)
- Fly fishing equipment (Request it before the trip)
- River fishing (The Mosquito Lagoon, Indian River, Halifax River)
- Inshore fishing (Mosquito Lagoonand Indian River)
- Nearshore fishing (Ponce Inlet and Port Canaveral)
- Offshore fishing (Weather related)
- Reef fishing (Volusia County Reefs & Wrecks)
- Wreck fishing (Off Ponce Inlet)
- Flats fishing (Indian River and Ponce Inlet and Mosquito Lagoon)
- Backcountry fishing (Mosquito Lagoon and Indian River)
- Light tackle (Shimano Sustain Reels and St Croix Legend Elite)
- Bottom fishing (Amberjacks and Snapper)
- Spinning (St Croix Avid Rods & Shimano Twin Power Reels)
- Fly fishing (Ross Fly reels and ST Croix Rods)
- Deep sea fishing (Reef and Wreck Fishing)
- Barracuda (Great)
- Cobia
- Jack Crevalle
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Little Tunny (False Albacore)
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Red)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
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