Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters 

4.9
(193 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Beach Plaza, Treasure Island, FL 33706, United States

Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters 

Treasure Island, FL, United States
22 ft
4
4.9
(193 reviews)

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Experience the world class fishery of Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico with an experienced Captain who was born and raised fishing Florida's Gulf Coast Waters. We offer a trip for everyone, from the exhilarating hunt for illusive inshore game fish like snook, redfish, and tarpon to relaxing sunset cruises around the scenic barrier islands of Florida. Whatever your ideal day on the water is we will make it happen! All trips led by a USCG licensed and insured Captain with years of experience on our waterways.

Experience the world class fishery of Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico with an experienced Captain who was born and raised fishing Florida's Gulf Coast Waters. We offer a trip for everyone, from the exhilarating hunt for illusive inshore game fish like snook, redfish, and tarpon to relaxing sunset cruises around the scenic barrier islands of Florida. Whatever your ideal day on the water is we will make it happen! All trips led by a USCG licensed and insured Captain with years of experience on our waterways.

Jake Nickol
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Jake Nickol
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2 hr trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+4
US $250
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+5
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Afternoon Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
+5
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM)
Grouper (Goliath)
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+7
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Grouper (Goliath)
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+7
US $775
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (328)

What anglers say

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

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Bobby Jo Salm
Bobby Jo Salm
us
Iowa, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Experience
Half Day Trip on June 12, 20262 adults

My husband and I had an amazing experience with Jake on our fishing adventure while staying in Treasure Island! From start to finish, he showcased his knowledge of the area, making the trip not only fun but also informative. Jake was incredibly friendly and made us feel welcome. We had a fantastic time and were thrilled to catch five different species of fish! The directions to the dock were straightforward, which made it easy to find our way. Communication with Jake was seamless, ensuring everything went smoothly. If we find ourselves back in Treasure Island, we won’t hesitate to book another charter with Jake. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy a great fishing adventure!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Jake Nickol
Response from Captain

Thank you so much Bobby Jo! I really appreciate the very kind words and look forward to seeing yall on the boat again sometime!

Jerril Green
Jerril Green
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Looking forward to going again
Half Day Trip on April 19, 20262 adults

Captain Jake was thoroughly knowledgeable and experienced in every aspect of fishing. He knows the local fishing spots, the conditions and habits and details of how to actually catch the specific fish. He is a great teacher and tailors his approach to your current level of skill. I think he has the patience and teaching skill to engage novice children and the expertise and experience to give a seasoned fisherman a great day of local fishing. His boat is nice and well equipped and he provides all the tackle and bait. He communicated well about what we should bring and what to expect. He enjoys what he does and gave us a perfectly enjoyable day.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Jake Nickol
Response from Captain

Thank you so much Jerril! Im glad you guys enjoyed your morning on the water and hope the experience can transfer over to some success for you guys when fishing on your own too!

Lauren Drapek
Lauren Drapek
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing Experience for Beginners
Half Day Trip - 9:00 AM on March 31, 20262 adults1 child

We booked a trip with Captain Jake for our son's 6th birthday as total beginners. Captain Jake was a fantastic teacher and had us oriented to the rods in no time. Our little guy caught a fish in his first five minutes! It was a fun day on the water catching a bunch of different types. Another highlight was a mom and baby dolphin that stayed by our boat for an hour-- closer than any dolphin-watching tour! Captain Jake is incredibly knowledgeable as well as warm and friendly. We had a wonderful morning with him and can't wait to book our next trip!

Reported catch:
Sheepshead
Jake Nickol
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for the kind review Lauren! I had a fun day sharing our fishery with you and your family and i look forward to seeing your crew back on the boat sometime!

Billy Clark
Billy Clark
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Nice Reds caught
Half Day Trip - 9:00 AM on July 29, 20263 adults1 child

Captain Jake was great. He took us to our first stop and immediately we caught a 32” red and then a 28” shortly after. We caught several fish at this location but unfortunately the wind forced us to move and seek a more protective area and the bite slowed down. Captain Jake was great with my 9 year old grandson. He gave him some great pointers and explained the marine life in the area. A large manatee swam right next to our boat which was very exciting. Overall it was a very good experience.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Jake Nickol
Response from Captain

Thank you so much Billy! I’m glad we were able to put the boys on some nice fish even despite the challenging conditions! Hope to have you guys back out again someday!

Stephanie Kapustic
Stephanie Kapustic
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
great experience
2 hr trip - 10:00 AM on August 17, 20262 adults

captain jake took my son and I on a 2 hour charter. my son caught a baby shark (doo doo doo doo 🎶) and a few catfish. I caught a baby mangrove snapper, and 2 red fish. jake was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful! my son enjoyed himself. we will def be scheduling another charter with jake when we visit the area again!

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Redfish

FAQs about Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters

Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr trip (2 hours)
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr trip - 1:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr trip - 10:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr trip - 11:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr trip - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr trip - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 hr trip - 9:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Afternoon Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Afternoon Half Day Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Afternoon Half Day Trip - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip - 10:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip - 9:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $775 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Bait will be caught prior to guests arriving and is included in the price.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Yes, fish will be cleaned at the boat ramp following the trip.)
  • First mate
  • Fishing license (All fishing licenses are included in the cost of the trip.)
Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters include:
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grunt
  • Hogfish
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Jake Nickol
Jake Nickol

Treasure Island, Florida, United States

7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
193 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2023
Angler's Choice

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Hey folks, I'm Captain Jake Nickol. I am a Florida Native Born and Raised in Pinellas County. I have been fishing our local waters since about the time I could walk. First on docks and piers like the Redington Long Pier and Skyway fishing pier, then wade fishing the flats of the bay, I saved up my pennies and eventually got a kayak and an old 14' fiberglass boat to explore the bayous and backcountry waters. After graduating college I began working for a local seafood company running a commercial fishing boat for grouper and snapper and earning my Captain's License. I now run inshore and nearshore fishing charters sharing my lifelong passion for fishing and our world-class fishery with my guests! I look forward to sharing a day on the water with you soon!

Jake Nickol
Jake Nickol
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
7
reports
193
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
Hey folks, I'm Captain Jake Nickol. I am a Florida Native Born and Raised in Pinellas County. I have been fishing our local waters since about the time I could walk. First on docks and piers like the Redington Long Pier and Skyway fishing pier, then wade fishing the flats of the bay, I saved up my pennies and eventually got a kayak and an old 14' fiberglass boat to explore the bayous and backcountry waters. After graduating college I began working for a local seafood company running a commercial fishing boat for grouper and snapper and earning my Captain's License. I now run inshore and nearshore fishing charters sharing my lifelong passion for fishing and our world-class fishery with my guests! I look forward to sharing a day on the water with you soon!

The fish you can target

Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
Hogfish
Hogfish
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
Hogfish
Hogfish
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Amazing trip!!
    Chuck H.
    Chuck H.
  • great experience
    Stephanie K.
    Stephanie K.
  • Excellent Experience
    Joseph Z.
    Joseph Z.
  • great trip
    Mark R.
    Mark R.
  • Most fish she ever caught!
    Kevin G.
    Kevin G.
  • we ate our catch for lunch!!
    Travis D.
    Travis D.
  • Best trip ever wonderful time
    Samuel L.
    Samuel L.
  • Wonderful trip!!
    Virginia K.
    Virginia K.
  • Book this charter!
    Zachary D.
    Zachary D.
  • great fishing trio
    John C.
    John C.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2013
Boat manufacturer
Pioneer
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning

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
Bait will be caught prior to guests arriving and is included in the price.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Yes, fish will be cleaned at the boat ramp following the trip.
First mate
Fishing license
All fishing licenses are included in the cost of 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child friendly
We don't recommend bringing children under the age of 5 and all children under 10 are required to wear properly fitting life jackets during the trip.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

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

 PayPal

 Checks

What’s biting in Treasure Island right now

Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
HogfishHogfish
RedfishRedfish
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

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State licensed
4.9
(193)
22 ft
Group size 1 - 4
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+10
4 hour trip • 2 persons
US $450