New Smyrna Beach Ponce Inlet Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (3 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 35 High Bridge Road, Ormond Beach, FL 32174, United States

New Smyrna Beach Ponce Inlet Fishing Charters 

Over 3 miles offshore
Ormond Beach, FL, United States
21 ft
4
5.0/5 (3 reviews)

Fantastic winter weather is here! Florida Inshore Fishing Charters will take you on an unforgettable trip off the coast of New Smyrna Beach, Cocoa Beach and Ponce Inlet. We have over 45 artificial reefs and wrecks to fish. Captain Drew Cavanaugh has been actively fishing this area since 1980 and there's not a good spot he hasn't discovered. Only an hours drive from Orlando and Disney, you'll find yourself at the boat ramp, ready for a catch of a lifetime. This charter is based on good marine weather conditions for a safe fishing trip. If not we can do other types of fishing, please ask about this when we talk to go over directions the day before.

Capt. Drew runs his trips on a 2023 21-foot Pathfinder Bay Boat year round. The boat accommodates up to 4 guests and kids are welcome too. At certain times 6 people can go, please call/text/email and ask me about this.

Since you'll go at least 1 to 12 miles offshore, there's lots of species on your target list. You can go after Red Snapper(when in season), Snook, Tarpon, Cobia, Kingfish, Barracuda, Shark, Tuna, Trigger Fish, Triple Tail, Mangrove Snappers, Lane Snappers and more. If you're eager to catch as many different species as you can, it's best to take a full day trip and use your time to the max. The captain prefers to release the fish back but you can keep some of them, conditions apply.

Your fishing equipment, license, and bait are fully covered by the captain. There's bottled water on the boat but feel free to bring whatever drinks you prefer and don't forget some snacks. No glass please.

Whether you're an experienced angler or this your first time holding a rod, join Florida Inshore Fishing Charters. Captain Drew has a fish for you.

We'll either meet in Cocoa Beach, Port Canaveral, Ormond Beach, New Smyrna Beach, or Daytona Beach. This depends on where we are catching the most of the targeted fish you want and gets us closer to them. We will know the address to meet a few days before your trip.

Fantastic winter weather is here! Florida Inshore Fishing Charters will take you on an unforgettable trip off the coast of New Smyrna Beach, Cocoa Beach and Ponce Inlet. We have over 45 artificial reefs and wrecks to fish. Captain Drew Cavanaugh has been actively fishing this area since 1980 and there's not a good spot he hasn't discovered. Only an hours drive from Orlando and Disney, you'll find yourself at the boat ramp, ready for a catch of a lifetime. This charter is based on good marine weather conditions for a safe fishing trip. If not we can do other types of fishing, please ask about this when we talk to go over directions the day before.

Capt. Drew runs his trips on a 2023 21-foot Pathfinder Bay Boat year round. The boat accommodates up to 4 guests and kids are welcome too. At certain times 6 people can go, please call/text/email and ask me about this.

Since you'll go at least 1 to 12 miles offshore, there's lots of species on your target list. You can go after Red Snapper(when in season), Snook, Tarpon, Cobia, Kingfish, Barracuda, Shark, Tuna, Trigger Fish, Triple Tail, Mangrove Snappers, Lane Snappers and more. If you're eager to catch as many different species as you can, it's best to take a full day trip and use your time to the max. The captain prefers to release the fish back but you can keep some of them, conditions apply.

Your fishing equipment, license, and bait are fully covered by the captain. There's bottled water on the boat but feel free to bring whatever drinks you prefer and don't forget some snacks. No glass please.

Whether you're an experienced angler or this your first time holding a rod, join Florida Inshore Fishing Charters. Captain Drew has a fish for you.

We'll either meet in Cocoa Beach, Port Canaveral, Ormond Beach, New Smyrna Beach, or Daytona Beach. This depends on where we are catching the most of the targeted fish you want and gets us closer to them. We will know the address to meet a few days before your trip.

Captain Drew Cavanaugh
Captain
Captain Drew Cavanaugh
24 years of experience
ID & credentials verified

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
+8
US $525
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
+8
US $625
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
+8
US $725
Entire boat: 2 people
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Joe Brock
Joe Brock
Member since 2023
5.0
Go my first tarpon today!!
on September 2, 2025

I finally got my first tarpon today, and it was with Captain Drew!! The tarpon master of New Smyrna Beach!!! He is a known legend in the area for tarpon! So happy we had the chance to fish with him! Hope to be back next season. Thank you Drew for all the hard work. Great job!!

Reported catch:
Tarpon
Bull Shark
Jack Crevalle
Captain Drew Cavanaugh
Response from Captain

Joe you are too kind!!! Happy New Year!!! See you soon....

Vance Concord
Vance Concord
Member since 2023
5.0
Been fishing with Captain Drew Cavanaugh for over ten years now - Best Guide Around!!
6 Hour Day Trip on June 26, 2023

Drew is one of the original charter boat captains in the New Smyrna Beach Ponce Inlet area I started to fish with 15 years ago. We go with him at least once a year, mostly tarpon but at times offshore or with his backcountry flats business. Don't be fooled by other captains that are part time or weekend guides. Get with the best. Call Drew and you will not be disappointed.

Reported catch:
Snook
Tarpon
Jack Crevalle
Cobia
+1
Captain Drew Cavanaugh
Response from Captain

See you around Christmas! Thanks as always.

Chelly S
Chelly S
Member since 2023
5.0
So much fun!! Lots of activity to see and do!
4 Hour Day Trip on November 7, 2024

We fished with some friends we had not seen in a while and it was so much fun. Highly recommend this charter.

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper

FAQs about New Smyrna Beach Ponce Inlet Fishing Charters

New Smyrna Beach Ponce Inlet Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $525 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $625 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Day Trip (5 hours)
  • US $725 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Day Trip (6 hours)
When you book a trip with New Smyrna Beach Ponce Inlet Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Garmin 8610 XSV Side View & Down View Ultra HD
  • Fishfinder Garmin 8610 XSV Side View & Down View Ultra HD
  • Live bait well Two Live Wells with air pump and two pumps
  • Wireless trolling motor Ipilot with GPS
  • Ice box YETI/Engel
Trips booked with New Smyrna Beach Ponce Inlet Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano Reels - St Croix Rods)
  • Live bait (Fresh caught live bait)
  • Lures (DOA Lures)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (You may take the whole fish with you)
  • Snacks
  • Drinks (Fresh Bottled water)
  • Fishing license (All state, local and federal permits included)
  • Fly fishing equipment (Request it before the trip)
New Smyrna Beach Ponce Inlet Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Indian River Lagoon System & Mosquito Lagoon)
  • Inshore fishing (Flats and backcountry Mosquito Lagoon)
  • Nearshore fishing (Ponce Inlet and Port Canaveral)
  • Offshore fishing (At Times we can go 15 miles out)
  • Reef fishing (Volusia County Reefs and Wrecks)
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing (Indian River and Ponce Inlet and Mosquito Lagoon)
  • Backcountry fishing (Mosquito Lagoon National Park)
New Smyrna Beach Ponce Inlet Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle (St Croix Rods and Shimano Reels)
  • Bottom fishing (Amberjacks, Snapper, Trigger Fish, ETC.)
  • Spinning (Shimano Sustain Reels - St Croix Avid Rods)
  • Fly fishing (Ross Fly reels and ST Croix Rods)
  • Deep sea fishing (Artificial Reef and Wreck Fishing)
Top targeted fish species with New Smyrna Beach Ponce Inlet Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Captain Drew Cavanaugh
Captain Drew Cavanaugh
Captain Drew Cavanaugh

Ormond Beach, Florida, United States

8 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
53 Customer reviews
Typical response within 3 hours
Member since January 2020

I was born in Montana and moved to Florida as a kid. I started fishing the backcountry waters in 1980 and have been fishing saltwater ever since. I decided to turn my hobby into a career and never looked back! My favorite fish is the Tarpon. For me, this isn't just a job, it's a lifestyle! I love helping people catch their first fish.

8 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
53 Customer reviews
Typical response within 3 hours
Member since January 2020

I was born in Montana and moved to Florida as a kid. I started fishing the backcountry waters in 1980 and have been fishing saltwater ever since. I decided to turn my hobby into a career and never looked back! My favorite fish is the Tarpon. For me, this isn't just a job, it's a lifestyle! I love helping people catch their first fish.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Redfish
Redfish
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Snook
Snook
Tarpon
Tarpon
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Indian River Lagoon System & Mosquito Lagoon
Inshore Fishing
Flats and backcountry Mosquito Lagoon
Nearshore Fishing
Ponce Inlet and Port Canaveral
Offshore Fishing
At Times we can go 15 miles out
Reef Fishing
Volusia County Reefs and Wrecks
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Indian River and Ponce Inlet and Mosquito Lagoon
Backcountry Fishing
Mosquito Lagoon National Park

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
St Croix Rods and Shimano Reels
Bottom Fishing
Amberjacks, Snapper, Trigger Fish, ETC.
Spinning
Shimano Sustain Reels - St Croix Avid Rods
Fly Fishing
Ross Fly reels and ST Croix Rods
Deep Sea Fishing
Artificial Reef and Wreck Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Garmin 8610 XSV Side View & Down View Ultra HD
Fishfinder
Garmin 8610 XSV Side View & Down View Ultra HD
Live bait well
Two Live Wells with air pump and two pumps
Wireless trolling motor
Ipilot with GPS
Ice box
YETI/Engel

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano Reels - St Croix Rods
Live bait
Fresh caught live bait
Lures
DOA Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
You may take the whole fish with you
Snacks
Drinks
Fresh Bottled water
Fishing license
All state, local and federal permits included
Fly fishing equipment
Request it before the trip

How cancellations work

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.

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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
At least 3 years old; life vests provided
No alcohol
Just no glass containers
You keep catch
If the law allows it you may keep it and take them
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release preferred

How you can pay

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

 PayPal

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Ormond Beach right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
CobiaCobia
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)

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New Smyrna Beach Ponce Inlet Fishing Charters
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5.0
(3)
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Group size 1 - 4
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+10
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US $525