Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters 

4.9/5 (125 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Beach Plaza, Treasure Island, FL 33706, United States

Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (125)
 Angler's Choice
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Beach Plaza
Treasure Island, FL, United States
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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.

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (229)

A young angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing on a sunny day.
A young angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
Half Day Charter with Captain Jake
Half Day Charter with Captain Jake
Half Day Charter with Captain Jake
Half Day Charter with Captain Jake
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What anglers say

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

All reviews (125)

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Lauren Drapek
Lauren Drapek
5.0
Verified
New
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!
A young angler in a colorful tie-dye shirt proudly holds a small fish while wearing a life jacket on a boat.
Angler proudly displaying a striped fish, likely a Sheepshead, while fishing on a sunny day.
Two anglers proudly displaying a caught shark while on a fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of their catch.
Angler holding a Speckled Trout aboard a boat, showcasing a successful catch during a fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Sheepshead
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Chris Harvey
Chris Harvey
5.0
Verified
New
Perfect Day!
Afternoon Half Day Trip on March 19, 20262 adults
Me and my son did the 4hr trip and it was honestly one of the best decisions we made. Captain Jake was so helpful, and knowledgeable. He was having as much fun as we were. He made us feel so comfortable on that boat. Knowing we weren’t pros, it didn’t matter. He gave us pointers all day long. We caught a ton of fish. It was honestly just a great day. If you are looking to fish with literally not having to worry about anything, Captain Jake is a great choice.
Angler proudly displaying a Sheepshead caught while fishing from a boat in a coastal waterway.
A father and son enjoying a day on the water, smiling together on a boat with a scenic backdrop.
Young angler proudly holding a Sheepshead while fishing from a boat in a coastal area.
Reported catch:
Redfish
Sheepshead
Grunt
Response from Captain
March 29, 2026
Thank you so much Chris, You and your son are welcome on my boat anytime! Hope you guys enjoyed the rest of your trip down here!
0
Chris Griffin
Chris Griffin
5.0
Verified
Captain Jake is the BEST!!
Half Day Trip - 10:00 AM on December 31, 20251 adult2 children
My 2 kids (9 and 12) and I had a phenomenal time out on the water with Captain Jake. We did the 4 hour in-shore fishing trip on a chilly day and it was still the experience of a lifetime! Not only did he get us on fish, he is an area native and therefore knowledgeable about all of the surrounding physical and political geography of the area. Not only did we catch a bunch of fish, we learned a lot, too! Last, and so importantly, he was AMAZING with my two kids! He is so kind and patient, and was EXACTLY the person I needed to help my children to develop their love for fishing! I would highly recommend Captain Jake to ANYONE!!! 10/10!
A young angler joyfully displaying a freshly caught fish while aboard a boat, showcasing a fun family fishing experience.
A young angler proudly displaying a caught fish while wearing a life jacket on a sunny day, showcasing a fun fishing experience.
A young girl proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing with family on a sunny day.
Two young anglers smiling on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water, with a scenic backdrop of palm trees and a dock.
A young angler and an adult proudly displaying their catches on a fishing trip, with a scenic waterfront backdrop.
A family poses together on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water, with a scenic waterfront in the background.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped fish while enjoying a family fishing trip on a sunny day.
Reported catch:
Redfish
Grunt
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Response from Captain
January 1, 2026
Thank you so much Chris, I had a great day catching fish with you and your awesome kids! You three did great!
1
Scott Wiand
Scott Wiand
5.0
Verified
Great Captain
Half Day Trip on December 28, 20252 adults
Great 1/2 day on the water with Jake! We booked a half day with Jake during December when fishing is supposedly slow. We spent the trip going to multiple spots consistently catching small croaker and other fish; however, for most of the trip we caught fish sporadically but nothing impressive. Jake was entertaining, great to talk to, and extremely knowledgeable about the area and marine life. He took us to different spots that he knew would have different fish. Towards the end of our trip he took us to a dock that he hoped would get us our big fish and my son caught a 26 1/4 inch redfish! We had a great time.
An angler proudly displaying a spotted grouper while fishing from a boat in a coastal waterway.
A young angler and an adult proudly display a large Redfish while enjoying a day on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a freshly caught fish near a waterfront, showcasing a sunny day and scenic backdrop.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped fish while standing on a dock, with a calm water backdrop and clear blue skies.
Reported catch:
Redfish
Gag Grouper
Sheepshead
Grunt
Response from Captain
December 31, 2025
Thank you so much Scott! Glad our patience and persistence paid off and we got your son his big redfish!
0
Nate Wensowitch
Nate Wensowitch
5.0
Verified
Caught our target species, despite very tough conditions
Half Day Trip on November 3, 20253 adults
We traveled from Texas to get on some snook. Captain Jake is a very knowledgable local guide. Great demeanor and customer service. Had a variety of live bait to target multiple species in the livewell when he arrived to pick us up at the dock. Conditions were nowhere near ideal, with tough winds, high pressure and wind churned water in places but he worked hard at multiple spots to get my oldest son on a snook. Other species were caught as well by all of us. His boat also has a sight tower to help locate fish and is able to provide good direction to cast for more experienced anglers like my boys. It was a great day on the water and will call him again when we come back!
Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Gag Grouper
Sheepshead
Response from Captain
November 3, 2025
Thank you so much Nate! Happy we were able to get your boy on a snook even with the tough conditions! Looking forward to getting ya guys out in the future, till then keep catching em up with the boys!
1

Trip availability and prices

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US $250
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2 hr trip - 1:00 PM
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2 hr trip - 2:00 PM
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US $250
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Half Day Trip
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US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip - 9:00 AM
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US $450
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US $450
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Half Day Trip - 11:00 AM
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US $450
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Afternoon Half Day Trip
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4 Hour Trip
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US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip - 12:00 PM
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US $450
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US $450
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US $450
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3/4 Day Trip
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US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip - 9:00 AM
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US $650
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US $650
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Full Day Trip
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US $775
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Rating

4.9
125 reviews
5
118
4
5
3
1
2
0
1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (229)

A young angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing on a sunny day.
A young angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
Half Day Charter with Captain Jake
Half Day Charter with Captain Jake
Half Day Charter with Captain Jake
Half Day Charter with Captain Jake
+223

What anglers say

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

All reviews (125)

Filter
Showing 15 of 125 reviews
Lauren Drapek
Lauren Drapek
5.0
Verified
New
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!
A young angler in a colorful tie-dye shirt proudly holds a small fish while wearing a life jacket on a boat.
Angler proudly displaying a striped fish, likely a Sheepshead, while fishing on a sunny day.
Two anglers proudly displaying a caught shark while on a fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of their catch.
Angler holding a Speckled Trout aboard a boat, showcasing a successful catch during a fishing trip.
Reported catch:
Sheepshead
0
Chris Harvey
Chris Harvey
5.0
Verified
New
Perfect Day!
Afternoon Half Day Trip on March 19, 20262 adults
Me and my son did the 4hr trip and it was honestly one of the best decisions we made. Captain Jake was so helpful, and knowledgeable. He was having as much fun as we were. He made us feel so comfortable on that boat. Knowing we weren’t pros, it didn’t matter. He gave us pointers all day long. We caught a ton of fish. It was honestly just a great day. If you are looking to fish with literally not having to worry about anything, Captain Jake is a great choice.
Angler proudly displaying a Sheepshead caught while fishing from a boat in a coastal waterway.
A father and son enjoying a day on the water, smiling together on a boat with a scenic backdrop.
Young angler proudly holding a Sheepshead while fishing from a boat in a coastal area.
Reported catch:
Redfish
Sheepshead
Grunt
Response from Captain
March 29, 2026
Thank you so much Chris, You and your son are welcome on my boat anytime! Hope you guys enjoyed the rest of your trip down here!
0
Chris Griffin
Chris Griffin
5.0
Verified
Captain Jake is the BEST!!
Half Day Trip - 10:00 AM on December 31, 20251 adult2 children
My 2 kids (9 and 12) and I had a phenomenal time out on the water with Captain Jake. We did the 4 hour in-shore fishing trip on a chilly day and it was still the experience of a lifetime! Not only did he get us on fish, he is an area native and therefore knowledgeable about all of the surrounding physical and political geography of the area. Not only did we catch a bunch of fish, we learned a lot, too! Last, and so importantly, he was AMAZING with my two kids! He is so kind and patient, and was EXACTLY the person I needed to help my children to develop their love for fishing! I would highly recommend Captain Jake to ANYONE!!! 10/10!
A young angler joyfully displaying a freshly caught fish while aboard a boat, showcasing a fun family fishing experience.
A young angler proudly displaying a caught fish while wearing a life jacket on a sunny day, showcasing a fun fishing experience.
A young girl proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing with family on a sunny day.
Two young anglers smiling on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water, with a scenic backdrop of palm trees and a dock.
A young angler and an adult proudly displaying their catches on a fishing trip, with a scenic waterfront backdrop.
A family poses together on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water, with a scenic waterfront in the background.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped fish while enjoying a family fishing trip on a sunny day.
Reported catch:
Redfish
Grunt
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Response from Captain
January 1, 2026
Thank you so much Chris, I had a great day catching fish with you and your awesome kids! You three did great!
1
Scott Wiand
Scott Wiand
5.0
Verified
Great Captain
Half Day Trip on December 28, 20252 adults
Great 1/2 day on the water with Jake! We booked a half day with Jake during December when fishing is supposedly slow. We spent the trip going to multiple spots consistently catching small croaker and other fish; however, for most of the trip we caught fish sporadically but nothing impressive. Jake was entertaining, great to talk to, and extremely knowledgeable about the area and marine life. He took us to different spots that he knew would have different fish. Towards the end of our trip he took us to a dock that he hoped would get us our big fish and my son caught a 26 1/4 inch redfish! We had a great time.
An angler proudly displaying a spotted grouper while fishing from a boat in a coastal waterway.
A young angler and an adult proudly display a large Redfish while enjoying a day on the water.
An angler proudly displaying a freshly caught fish near a waterfront, showcasing a sunny day and scenic backdrop.
A young angler proudly displaying a striped fish while standing on a dock, with a calm water backdrop and clear blue skies.
Reported catch:
Redfish
Gag Grouper
Sheepshead
Grunt
Response from Captain
December 31, 2025
Thank you so much Scott! Glad our patience and persistence paid off and we got your son his big redfish!
0
Nate Wensowitch
Nate Wensowitch
5.0
Verified
Caught our target species, despite very tough conditions
Half Day Trip on November 3, 20253 adults
We traveled from Texas to get on some snook. Captain Jake is a very knowledgable local guide. Great demeanor and customer service. Had a variety of live bait to target multiple species in the livewell when he arrived to pick us up at the dock. Conditions were nowhere near ideal, with tough winds, high pressure and wind churned water in places but he worked hard at multiple spots to get my oldest son on a snook. Other species were caught as well by all of us. His boat also has a sight tower to help locate fish and is able to provide good direction to cast for more experienced anglers like my boys. It was a great day on the water and will call him again when we come back!
Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Gag Grouper
Sheepshead
Response from Captain
November 3, 2025
Thank you so much Nate! Happy we were able to get your boy on a snook even with the tough conditions! Looking forward to getting ya guys out in the future, till then keep catching em up with the boys!
1

FAQs about Captain Jake Nickol's Fishing Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
Advanced Outdoors
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots
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