Hot Reels Inshore Charters
Hot Reels Inshore Charters
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If you're looking to experience fishing in St. Augustine, we've got you covered with Hot Reels Inshore Charters. With Captain Alden at the helm, you’re in experienced local hands focused on putting you on fish safely and efficiently
These waters offer opportunities for Redfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Spotted Seatrout, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, and more – with Captain Alden, you're sure to hook into a few! Captain Alden’s extensive knowledge of the waters and its wildlife will ensure you learn a thing or two!
Kids are absolutely welcome! Our trips are built around safety, patience, and creating a comfortable stress-free experience for families and first-time anglers alike.
From relaxed family adventures to focused, action-packed trips for experienced anglers, every charter is customized to your goals. Your day begins aboard a 23’ center console boat that holds up to 6 passengers. You'll find rods, reels, lures, bait, and tackle waiting for you, everything needed for a fantastic trip.
It's recommended to bring non-spray sunscreen and sunglasses. Water is included. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please avoid hard liquor and glass bottles. Light snacks will be available on board.
Now, come aboard with Hot Reels Inshore Charters and get hooked! Have a question? Drop us a line!
If you're looking to experience fishing in St. Augustine, we've got you covered with Hot Reels Inshore Charters. With Captain Alden at the helm, you’re in experienced local hands focused on putting you on fish safely and efficiently
These waters offer opportunities for Redfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Spotted Seatrout, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, and more – with Captain Alden, you're sure to hook into a few! Captain Alden’s extensive knowledge of the waters and its wildlife will ensure you learn a thing or two!
Kids are absolutely welcome! Our trips are built around safety, patience, and creating a comfortable stress-free experience for families and first-time anglers alike.
From relaxed family adventures to focused, action-packed trips for experienced anglers, every charter is customized to your goals. Your day begins aboard a 23’ center console boat that holds up to 6 passengers. You'll find rods, reels, lures, bait, and tackle waiting for you, everything needed for a fantastic trip.
It's recommended to bring non-spray sunscreen and sunglasses. Water is included. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but please avoid hard liquor and glass bottles. Light snacks will be available on board.
Now, come aboard with Hot Reels Inshore Charters and get hooked! Have a question? Drop us a line!
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Marion Williamson5.0VerifiedMaking Memories
4 Hour Inshore Trip on June 12, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 childrenCaptain Alden and First Mate Will run an organized, safe, fun, and top notch charter. We had a phenomenal trip on our inshore fishing experience. The boat is comfortable, the guys were experienced and great with all ages. We had 3 generations on our 6 person trip and made some wonderful memories together. These guys put us on the fish, catered to every person, keeping us baited up, taking care of things before we even asked. We caught red and black drum, enough for fresh dinner and the freezer! They were patient and very willing to answer questions and teach our first time fishers the very basics. It is a win for us when my 6 year old granddaughter now loves fishing like I do. Thank you Captain Alden and Will!!! We will definitely be back.
Darrin Luedke5.0VerifiedGreat Captain - Great Time
4 Hour Inshore Trip - 1:00 PM on June 9, 2026 • 3 adultsabsouktu wonderful experience with my son and future SIL. for us the 4 hour trip was just perfect caught 3 different tyoes of fish and will be eating then tomorrow! Fresh as fresh can get. I highly recommend this company as the coversation, music, and most importantly the help with us novice fisherman was superb. This chartet woild be great fir anyone - novice to pro to family with kids to a group of friends. They were on time and even filleted all our fish. We would definitely go out fishing with them again!
Andrew ProsserRepeat angler5.0VerifiedNewGreat day of fishing!
4 Hour Inshore Trip on September 21, 2026 • 6 adultsI took five boys fishing and Captain Alden was fantastic. The kids caught tons of fish and had a blast. Alden was attentive and made sure we were in the best spots to catch plenty of fish. I will be booking with Hot Reels again next time we’re in St Augustine
Luke Shiver5.0VerifiedNewGreat Inshore Trip!
5 hour inshore trip on September 9, 2026 • 6 adultsMy brothers, father, father in law and I all went on a trip with Hot Reels. We had a great time. The captain and first mate were very accommodating and knowledgable. We are all novices and they worked with us to accompdate us! Everything was very smooth. Would highly recommend. 
Patrick Faughnan5.0VerifiedNewBoys first time.
4 Hour Inshore Trip - 1:00 PM on September 22, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenwe had a great time, it was our 11 and 7 year olds first time fishing on a boat. Cpt. Alden and Will were great with the boys. They knew where to go to catch some fish. I highly recommend Hot Reels inshore fishing.
Michael Oglesbee5.0VerifiedHad A Blast!
4 Hour Inshore Trip on July 23, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childCaption Alden put us on the fish started out catching redfish,flounder,snapper and a few other fish. My 11 year old son had always wanted to catch a shark and caption Alden made it happen caught multiple nice size sharks. Made my sons day! Had Fun and Made memories! Will definitely be coming back in the future! And highly recommend going out with Captain Alden!
Jake Zajac5.0VerifiedFirst time fishing on a boat
4 Hour Inshore Trip on May 24, 2026 • 2 adultswe had a great time out on the water ,we did a 4hr inshore trip and did really good on flounder,the guys cleaned all keepersized fish we wanted ,and were really friendly. both guys know what there doing and dont mind explaining anything you have questions about .I would book with them again when I get the chance.
Amy BrockRepeat angler5.0VerifiedWorth Every Penny!
Nearshore trip half day on June 30, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 childCaptain Alden is very professional and experienced. He was great with our boys and far exceeded our expectations. This is our second time with Hot Reels Inshore Charters and we will always book with them if we are in the area. Can’t recommend this company enough!
Timothy HeistandRepeat angler5.0Verifiedgreat family trip
3 Hour Inshore Trip on June 15, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 childwe booked a 3 hour inshore trip, catching fish wasn't the main goal, just wanted to see how our grandson would do on a boat, he did very well, captain alden put us on the fish and he and will made it happen, my grandson took many breaks because he was tired of reeling in fish.
Eileen Johnston5.0VerifiedWe had a great time fishing!!
4 Hour Inshore Trip on August 31, 2026 • 2 adultsThis was my first time fishing and I actually caught some fish. We caught flounder, sea bass, puffer fish, toad fish, lady fish, stingray and many more. Thank you Captain and Will for this wonderful experience!
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Captain Alden and First Mate Will run an organized, safe, fun, and top notch charter. We had a phenomenal trip on our inshore fishing experience. The boat is comfortable, the guys were experienced and great with all ages. We had 3 generations on our 6 person trip and made some wonderful memories together. These guys put us on the fish, catered to every person, keeping us baited up, taking care of things before we even asked. We caught red and black drum, enough for fresh dinner and the freezer! They were patient and very willing to answer questions and teach our first time fishers the very basics. It is a win for us when my 6 year old granddaughter now loves fishing like I do. Thank you Captain Alden and Will!!! We will definitely be back.
great morning with you guys!
absouktu wonderful experience with my son and future SIL. for us the 4 hour trip was just perfect caught 3 different tyoes of fish and will be eating then tomorrow! Fresh as fresh can get. I highly recommend this company as the coversation, music, and most importantly the help with us novice fisherman was superb. This chartet woild be great fir anyone - novice to pro to family with kids to a group of friends. They were on time and even filleted all our fish. We would definitely go out fishing with them again!
you guys were awesome!
We had an amazing time with Hot Reels Inshore Charters! The captain was very friendly, patient, and helpful the whole trip. He worked hard to put us on fish, and we caught several, including one over 5 pounds. We had a lot of fun and really enjoyed the experience. We would definitely book with him again and highly recommend this charter!
fun time fishing with you!
Finding something unique to to do with your family during vacation can sometimes be daunting. So, one of my kids suggested fishing. I researched the many options available in St. Augustine, and landed on Captain Alden. Sure was glad I did. He was very helpful, professional and his boat was clean and big enough for the six of us. Captain Alden was very helpful and patient with the kids, educating all of us of the different fish species we caught. Overall a five star trip!
great time with you guys yesterday!
I took five boys fishing and Captain Alden was fantastic. The kids caught tons of fish and had a blast. Alden was attentive and made sure we were in the best spots to catch plenty of fish. I will be booking with Hot Reels again next time we’re in St Augustine
it was great having you on the boat! I look forward to taking you guys out again!
FAQs about Hot Reels Inshore Charters
- US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Inshore Trip (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Inshore Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 5 hour inshore trip (5 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 5 hour inshore trip - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Nearshore trip half day (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Inshore Trip (6 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Inshore Trip - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Nearshore trip full day (6 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Occasionally we will catch live bait before we go fishing, live bait is included in the price. )
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (I do not charge an additional cost for cleaning and filleting you fish. I will have it filleted and bagged for you at the end of our trip! )
- Drinks (I will offer water on all of the trips, you are welcome to bring anything else that you would like to drink.)
- First mate
- Fishing license (There is no need to get a fishing license as my license covers everyone that steps on the boat. )
- River fishing
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Flounder
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
Your operator
St. Augustine, Florida, United States
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I've built my career on the water through years of hands on experience, starting in the Florida Keys and continuing here in St. Augustine. I've spent countless hours learning these waters and working alongside other experienced captains to refine my approach and stay dialed in on what's working. My goal on every trip is simple: put you on fish and make sure you have a great time doing it. Whether it's your first time or you've fished your whole life, I focus on creating a laid back, professional experience where you can relax, learn, and enjoy your time on the water.
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How cancellations work
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in St. Augustine right now
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Redfish
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