River City Charters 

4.9
(167 reviews)
 
State licensed
 2nd Avenue North 2510, Jacksonville, FL 32250, United States–

River City Charters 

Jacksonville, FL, United States
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21 ft
4
4.9
(167 reviews)

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River City Charters welcomes you to Jacksonville, Florida. This city is home to an incredible year-round fishing adventure that attracts anglers from other states. Meet Captain Travis, who's been fishing in the area since he was a child. He fulfilled his dream of becoming a professional angler and now helps other people to make their own fishing dreams come true. Whether you're a beginner or a seasonal angler, this is a trip you won't forget.

You'll be fishing on a 20' Bayboat that accommodates up to 4 anglers. This bay boat offers a smooth, dry, and safe ride throughout the day. Having a shallow draft, the vessel can go to any spot you need in search of a trophy. She's powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine and features everything you need equipment-wise for a successful day on the water.

There's a variety of fish species to go after and it all depends on how far off the coast you go and which technique you choose to use. Whether it's Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Trout, Black Drum, or Spanish Mackerel, you'll have lots of fun battling your catch. Deeper spots can bring you Kingfish, Red Snapper, and even Sailfish.

All fishing equipment and licenses are included in the price. Your drinks are also included and after the trip, the captain will clean your catch free of charge. Don't forget to bring your snacks and sunblock.

River City Charters hopes you'll have a great day on the water with them. Come as a client, leave as a part of the family.

River City Charters welcomes you to Jacksonville, Florida. This city is home to an incredible year-round fishing adventure that attracts anglers from other states. Meet Captain Travis, who's been fishing in the area since he was a child. He fulfilled his dream of becoming a professional angler and now helps other people to make their own fishing dreams come true. Whether you're a beginner or a seasonal angler, this is a trip you won't forget.

You'll be fishing on a 20' Bayboat that accommodates up to 4 anglers. This bay boat offers a smooth, dry, and safe ride throughout the day. Having a shallow draft, the vessel can go to any spot you need in search of a trophy. She's powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine and features everything you need equipment-wise for a successful day on the water.

There's a variety of fish species to go after and it all depends on how far off the coast you go and which technique you choose to use. Whether it's Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Trout, Black Drum, or Spanish Mackerel, you'll have lots of fun battling your catch. Deeper spots can bring you Kingfish, Red Snapper, and even Sailfish.

All fishing equipment and licenses are included in the price. Your drinks are also included and after the trip, the captain will clean your catch free of charge. Don't forget to bring your snacks and sunblock.

River City Charters hopes you'll have a great day on the water with them. Come as a client, leave as a part of the family.

Travis Wilson
Captain
Travis Wilson
7 years of experience
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Half Day Trip
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

4.9
167 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (211)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

All reviews (167)

Frequently mentioned
Showing 1 – 5 of 167 reviews
Jennifer Nigrelli
Jennifer Nigrelli
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
The Best Fishing Trip Ever!!
Half Day Trip on October 5, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children

This was the most memorable fishing trip for our family. Captain Travis was absolutely amazing! He was kind, patient with the kids and explained everything to us throughout the trip. We caught a good amount of fish, which made it very exciting! We also stopped in a quiet spot and were able to see dolphins and a manatee within only a few feet of the boat. It was a wonderful experience and we are looking forward to going out again on our next trip!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Flounder
Percy Rier
Percy Rier
pr
Puerto Rico
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Family Fishing Trip with Captain Travis
Half Day Trip on October 1, 2026 • 1 adult • 2 children

We had a great time with Captain Travis! We had two 6-year-olds and an 11-year-old with us, and he was fantastic with all of them. He was patient, answered all their questions, and really made the trip fun for the kids. We caught a bunch of fish, including jacks, ladyfish, snapper, and trout, and we also got to see a bunch of dolphins along the way, which made the experience even better. Travis was also very knowledgeable with live bait and taught us a lot there as well. The kids had an awesome time, and I’d definitely recommend him, especially for families fishing with children.

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Speckled Trout
Erin Vanover
Erin Vanover
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
The Highlight of Our Vacation!
Half Day Trip on August 4, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

We had an incredible time fishing with Captain Travis! His enthusiasm for what he does is contagious, and his knowledge of the local waters made the trip both exciting and educational. He was incredibly friendly, patient and made everyone on the boat feel welcome. We caught an amazing variety of fish, including a red drum, black drum, bull shark, stingray, flounder, spotted seatrout, and even a blue crab! Every catch made the day more exciting, and Captain Travis was there to help every step of the way. We enjoyed the trip so much that he was kind enough to accommodate us and take us back out again the very next day! That level of flexibility and customer service really stood out. If you’re looking for a fun, memorable fishing experience with a captain who truly loves what he does, I can’t recommend Captain Travis enough. We’ll definitely be back!

Candice Samples
Candice Samples
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Bucket List Fish Caught
3/4 Day Trip on July 27, 2026 • 2 adults

My husband has a bucket list of fish he’d like to catch and today he was able to mark one off of the list. A very large Bull Red about 40 inches. Captain Travis was very knowledgeable about the areas we were fishing in, friendly and courteous to others on the water, accomodating towards us, and a pleasure to be out with on the water. We caught a variety and managed to achieve the Inshore Grand Slam: Red Drum, Spotted Sea Trout, and Flounder. We would most definitely go out with him again!

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Flounder
Redfish
Andre Jenkins
Andre Jenkins
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fun Trip!
3/4 Day Trip on August 31, 2026 • 2 adults

Captain Travis was really nice, extremely knowledgeable, and very patient. We caught several different species on the trip, including a red fish in the first 5 minutes, which was a keeper. Several fish had to be thrown back due to size - flounder, trout, lady fish, jacks. We finished the day with a 30” bull red.

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
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FAQs about River City Charters

River City Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
When you book a trip with River City Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with River City Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Fishing license
River City Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
River City Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with River City Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Travis Wilson
Travis Wilson
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
167 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2021
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Travis has been fishing around Jacksonville his whole life. He specializes in inshore and nearshore fishing and loves the opportunity to spend every day on the water.
Travis Wilson
Travis Wilson
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
1
reports
167
reviews
2021
member since
~1h
response
Captain Travis has been fishing around Jacksonville his whole life. He specializes in inshore and nearshore fishing and loves the opportunity to spend every day on the water.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displaying a Redfish while fishing from a boat in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Jennifer N.
    Jennifer N.
    This was the most memorable fishing trip for our family. Captain Travis was absolutely amazing! He was kind, patient with the kids and explained everything to us throughout the trip. We caught a good amount of fish, which made it very exciting! We also stopped in a quiet spot and were able to see dolphins and a manatee within only a few feet of the boat. It was a wonderful experience and we are looking forward to going out again on our next trip!
  • A smiling angler proudly displaying a Redfish caught during a scenic fishing trip in a coastal marsh.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Kailey A.
    Kailey A.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Savannah C.
    Savannah C.
    Captain Travis was awesome. He put our party of 4 on some bull reds, and we even were able to catch our limit to bring home! I would recommend Captain Travis to anyone looking for some redfish action!
  • A young angler proudly holding a Redfish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful catch in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Erin V.
    Erin V.
    We had an incredible time fishing with Captain Travis! His enthusiasm for what he does is contagious, and his knowledge of the local waters made the trip both exciting and educational. He was incredibly friendly, patient and made everyone on the boat feel welcome. We caught an amazing variety of fish, including a red drum, black drum, bull shark, stingray, flounder, spotted seatrout, and even a blue crab! Every catch made the day more exciting, and Captain Travis was there to help every step of the way. We enjoyed the trip so much that he was kind enough to accommodate us and take us back out again the very next day! That level of flexibility and customer service really stood out. If you’re looking for a fun, memorable fishing experience with a captain who truly loves what he does, I can’t recommend Captain Travis enough. We’ll definitely be back!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large redfish aboard a boat near a bridge and coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Candice S.
    Candice S.
    My husband has a bucket list of fish he’d like to catch and today he was able to mark one off of the list. A very large Bull Red about 40 inches. Captain Travis was very knowledgeable about the areas we were fishing in, friendly and courteous to others on the water, accomodating towards us, and a pleasure to be out with on the water. We caught a variety and managed to achieve the Inshore Grand Slam: Red Drum, Spotted Sea Trout, and Flounder. We would most definitely go out with him again!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large King Mackerel at the marina, with additional fish visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Michael N.
    Michael N.
    Travis truly cares about the people on hos boat. Showed amazong patience and calmness when coaching our daughter reeling in fish. If tou have kids, hes the guide you want.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large redfish aboard a boat in calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Vanessa C.
    Vanessa C.
    Travis is very knowledgeable about the areas to fish and what's biting. I would highly recommend him! For reference, we fished inland, half day trip and caught/released 4 Red Fish.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Julie P.
    Julie P.
    we had a great time, we caught several fish. travis was knowledgeable and kind. we will definitely come back.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of King Mackerel while fishing on a sunny day in open waters.
    Fish 1
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Haden S.
    Haden S.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing from a boat in a coastal area, with a scenic backdrop of buildings and water.
    Fish 1
    Gag Grouper
    James D.
    James D.
    Had a great trip with Travis. He really knows the area. Fished the back country. Lots of redfish and a few trout. One of the better areas i have fished.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2004
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Penn Craft
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Jacksonville right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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