JC Fishin Charters 

5.0
(242 reviews)
 
State licensed
 4927 U.S. 19, New Port Richey, FL 34652, United States–

JC Fishin Charters 

New Port Richey, FL, United States
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24 ft
6
5.0
(242 reviews)

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With over 15 years of fishing experience, over 200k followers across social media platforms, and thousands of days spent on the water, Capt. JC ensures that you will have an exciting day of fishing.

His 23',8" Shoalwater Catamaran boat allows you to explore untouchable areas of shallow water to catch a variety of species in Pasco County. This charter departs from a small marina just north of Tampa Bay, in a city called New Port Richey. Renowned for its stunning coastline, abundant marine life, and fantastic inshore fishing opportunities, Pasco County is a true angler’s paradise.

Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, Capt. JC will have some for you.

This charter covers up to 6 fishing licenses, however, it is possible that depending on the spot/style of fishing, 4 lines in the water is most effective.

There are plenty of species to keep, like Sheepshead, Trout, Snapper, Flounder, Black Drum, and more! However, Redfish and Snook will not be kept.

He can take up to 6 guests safely! However, 4 people fishing at a time due to comfortability. Please reach out to him if any accommodations or a 6th person is needed before booking. He can take up to 6 guests as long as there are at least 1-2 kids in the group. If there’s more you’d like to know about fishing with Capt. JC, you can message him below for more information!

With over 15 years of fishing experience, over 200k followers across social media platforms, and thousands of days spent on the water, Capt. JC ensures that you will have an exciting day of fishing.

His 23',8" Shoalwater Catamaran boat allows you to explore untouchable areas of shallow water to catch a variety of species in Pasco County. This charter departs from a small marina just north of Tampa Bay, in a city called New Port Richey. Renowned for its stunning coastline, abundant marine life, and fantastic inshore fishing opportunities, Pasco County is a true angler’s paradise.

Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, Capt. JC will have some for you.

This charter covers up to 6 fishing licenses, however, it is possible that depending on the spot/style of fishing, 4 lines in the water is most effective.

There are plenty of species to keep, like Sheepshead, Trout, Snapper, Flounder, Black Drum, and more! However, Redfish and Snook will not be kept.

He can take up to 6 guests safely! However, 4 people fishing at a time due to comfortability. Please reach out to him if any accommodations or a 6th person is needed before booking. He can take up to 6 guests as long as there are at least 1-2 kids in the group. If there’s more you’d like to know about fishing with Capt. JC, you can message him below for more information!

Jason Cochran
Captain
Jason Cochran
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2 Hour Beginner Inshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM)
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $300
Entire boat: 2 people
2 Hour Basic Inshore (Sunset)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 1
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $300
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour – Inshore Fishing
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM)
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Scalloping Adventure
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jul 10 - Aug 15
Scallop
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore
In high demand Last booked: 4 days ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip (Sunset) – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 1
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip (AM) – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Inshore Slam Quest
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $900
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

5.0
242 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (437)

What anglers say

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

Reviews (242)

  • Dennis  Bell
    Dennis Bell
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best underwater hide and seek game ever !!!

    2 Hour Scalloping Adventure on July 17, 2026 • 5 adults

    This was the first time going after scallops. It was amazing !! We found 3 orange scallops and ended up with 175 total scallops between 3 of us. The small ones had to go back to grow. This is a trip that I would definitely do again. Captain JC is awesome and if you listen to what he tells you, then you definitely find scallops. We seen starfish, a seahorse, sheepshead fish, toad fish, remora fish, and even a stingray. You also see lots of other little fish around. It's an amazing experience. Definitely worth doing. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

  • Heather Mcleod
    Heather Mcleod
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great Day!

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore on October 4, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had a great day and Jason was an awesome captain! He communicated prior to the trip about what to expect. Jason was friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure we had a wonderful experience. From start to finish, everything was fun and enjoyable. We wanted snook and reds, and Jason put us on them. We’d definitely recommend!!

  • Taylor Pegram
    Taylor Pegram
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best trip!

    2 Hour Beginner Inshore - 8:00 AM on June 6, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Hands down, we recommend Jason Cochran for the best inshore fishing experience! We took our almost 7-year-old son out for his birthday, and this trip did not disappoint. Jason is professional, knowledgeable, patient, and incredibly family- and kid-friendly. He made the experience fun, memorable, and exciting from start to finish. We caught fish, made great memories, and already can’t wait to go again. We’ll definitely be booking with him again!

  • Mike Jackson
    Mike Jackson
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    First inshore fishing trip

    3 Hour – Inshore Fishing - 8:00 AM on June 26, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    We were in the area for vacation and wanted to experience inshore fishing! The trip was awesome.JC was very professional and knowledgeable in the best fishing areas. He was able to get us in the right spots to catch some fish. He was readily available for assist us when needed! I highly recommend him to anyone thinking about going on a fishing trip! We hope to return again! Thanks JC

  • Steven Miller
    Steven Miller
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic!

    4 Hour Trip – Inshore on November 2, 2025 • 2 adults

    My best friend and I had some extra time when we were in Florida and found Captain JC for a 4 hour trip. We were blown away by JC’s knowledge, his easygoing nature, and his skill. The weather pattern was messed up so success was iffy, but we were reeling in fish all morning. I’ve fished enough to know that even the best anglers can have a bad day, but this was the opposite! We ended the day feasting on blackened trout and sheepshead. If we get the opportunity to fish in this area in the future, Captain JC will get our business!

  • John Lynch
    John Lynch
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience!

    2 Hour Beginner Inshore on March 19, 2026 • 4 adults

    This was my first time doing a fishing charter and the Captain made the experience wonderful for all. The weather and water temps limited our fishing options, but everyone managed to catch fish and have a great time. The boat was amazingly stable and the Captain was patient and very knowledgeable, answering tons of questions from my teenage grandchildren. They say it was the highlight of their Florida visit! Thanks for a great day on the water and a fresh fish dinner that evening!

  • Bob Bagley
    Bob Bagley
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome experience!

    3 Hour – Inshore Fishing on March 18, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Jason was awesome. He was very accommodating, especially for my older 87 year old friend that went with me. His boat was very stable and provided everything we could hope for. It was a pretty windy and chilly day but he was able to turn us on to quite a few catches. I would highly recommend JC Charters to anyone looking to fish in the area. He provided everything for a great fishing trip. I highly recommend JC Charters. You won't be dissapointed. Thank you Captain JC.

  • Breanna Pina
    Breanna Pina
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Inshore fishing charter

    4 Hour Trip (Sunset) – Inshore on May 4, 2026 • 4 adults

    Amazing charter with JC, my husband, and parents! We caught lots of trout and a couple snook. JC was really helpful and knew where the fish were biting. He knows the area really well and lots of interesting facts. We will definitely be back for another trip! Thank you so much for a very memorable trip!

  • Alan Kaschner
    Alan Kaschner
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Limited out in 1 hour

    2 Hour Beginner Inshore - 8:00 AM on February 20, 2026 • 2 adults

    My wife and I had a great time fishing with Jason this morning. He focuses on what you want to catch and is very knowledgeable and friendly. We wanted fish to eat and he put us on fish right away. We limited out on Speckled Trout within an hour.. We also caught several Lady Fish. They really fight but are not good to eat. Jason fileted the keeper speckled trout and we took some home to eat later. Highly recommend fishing with Jason.

  • Stacy Walker
    Stacy Walker
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Hard working Captain!

    3 Hour – Inshore Fishing on July 27, 2026 • 3 adults

    We had all the factors working against us- an impending storm, high tide, hot water trmperatures and sea grass, but Captain JC worked so hard to put us on fish. He is knowledgeable, professional and fun to fish with! I highly recommend taking a charter with him!

Rating

5.0
242 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (437)

What anglers say

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

All reviews (242)

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Dennis  Bell
Dennis Bell
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Best underwater hide and seek game ever !!!
2 Hour Scalloping Adventure on July 17, 2026 • 5 adults

This was the first time going after scallops. It was amazing !! We found 3 orange scallops and ended up with 175 total scallops between 3 of us. The small ones had to go back to grow. This is a trip that I would definitely do again. Captain JC is awesome and if you listen to what he tells you, then you definitely find scallops. We seen starfish, a seahorse, sheepshead fish, toad fish, remora fish, and even a stingray. You also see lots of other little fish around. It's an amazing experience. Definitely worth doing. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

Jason Cochran
Response from Captain

thanks Dennis

Timothy Opyt
Timothy Opyt
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2022
6 trips
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on May 19, 2026 • 1 adult

Jayson is a fantastic guide and we caught fish all day. The boat is clean, top of the line equipment, plenty of live bait, and great communication prior to the trip. We caught reds all day and when one spot stopped producing fish we moved locations to where the fish were and would hook up again. Jayson knows the water and tides, where the fish are, and best of all, Jayson is an overall great person to spend the day on the water with. Don't look for another guide as Jayson is the man you will want to fish with!!!!

Jason Cochran
Response from Captain

thanks Tim! really appreciate the great review

Heather McLeod
Heather McLeod
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Great Day!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on October 4, 2026 • 2 adults

We had a great day and Jason was an awesome captain! He communicated prior to the trip about what to expect. Jason was friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure we had a wonderful experience. From start to finish, everything was fun and enjoyable. We wanted snook and reds, and Jason put us on them. We’d definitely recommend!!

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Jason Cochran
Response from Captain

thank you heather!

Robert Hemsley
Robert Hemsley
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Going again had a awesome trip with my grandson
2 Hour Beginner Inshore - 8:00 AM on September 13, 2026 • 2 adults

Took my grandson fishing as we share the same birthday. It's our day to spend and celebrate. In past years we went shoreline fishing and he never caught any fish, so tis year we decided to go on a fishing boat and he loved it caught 4 fish and we did catch and release. what a awesome time definitely going again.

Jason Cochran
Response from Captain

thanks Robert! i enjoyed fishing with you too!

Taylor Pegram
Taylor Pegram
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best trip!
2 Hour Beginner Inshore - 8:00 AM on June 6, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

Hands down, we recommend Jason Cochran for the best inshore fishing experience! We took our almost 7-year-old son out for his birthday, and this trip did not disappoint. Jason is professional, knowledgeable, patient, and incredibly family- and kid-friendly. He made the experience fun, memorable, and exciting from start to finish. We caught fish, made great memories, and already can’t wait to go again. We’ll definitely be booking with him again!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Snook
Jason Cochran
Response from Captain

thank you Taylor! really enjoyed fishing with you guys!

FAQs about JC Fishin Charters

JC Fishin Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Basic Inshore (Sunset) (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Beginner Inshore (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Beginner Inshore - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Beginner Inshore - 8:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour – Inshore Fishing (3 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour – Inshore Fishing - 4:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour – Inshore Fishing - 5:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour – Inshore Fishing - 8:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Scalloping Adventure (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Scalloping Adventure - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (Sunset) – Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) – Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Inshore Slam Quest (8 hours)
When you book a trip with JC Fishin Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with JC Fishin Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (No, we don't spend time catching live bait during the trip — I catch it, buy it, or both ahead of time so we can focus on fishing for what counts!)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No, filleting service is included in trip price!)
  • Fishing license (All guests up to 4 are covered with fishing licenses, there's no benefit if you already have one.)
JC Fishin Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing ((creeks, flats, bayous, and residential docks))
  • Flats fishing ((Shallow, clear, grassy/sandy bottom water))
  • Backcountry fishing ((Areas that are almost fully fresh water))
JC Fishin Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with JC Fishin Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Jason Cochran
Jason Cochran

New Port Richey, Florida, United States

15 Fishing Reports
242 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since November 2023

I've been fishing for over 15 years and have created a large following on social media through YouTube videos. However, I decided that I would rather meet and take people fishing, compared to just post fishing content. I definitely made the right decision, as I have enjoyed seeing the excitement and smiles that fishing brings to people's faces.

Jason Cochran
Jason Cochran
15
reports
242
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
I've been fishing for over 15 years and have created a large following on social media through YouTube videos. However, I decided that I would rather meet and take people fishing, compared to just post fishing content. I definitely made the right decision, as I have enjoyed seeing the excitement and smiles that fishing brings to people's faces.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead

Real catches by this captain

  • Great Day!
    Heather M.
    Heather M.
  • Awesome time
    Jeff S.
    Jeff S.
  • Hard working Captain!
    Stacy W.
    Stacy W.
  • So much fun!
    Stormie K.
    Stormie K.
  • First inshore fishing trip
    Mike J.
    Mike J.
  • Nice day out
    Steven K.
    Steven K.
  • Great day fishing!
    Karen C.
    Karen C.
  • Outstanding trip
    Jim D.
    Jim D.
  • June fishing trip
    Jermaine E.
    Jermaine E.
  • Fishing with Jason
    Chinthaka J.
    Chinthaka J.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Shoalwater
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy 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
No, we don't spend time catching live bait during the trip — I catch it, buy it, or both ahead of time so we can focus on fishing for what counts!
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No, filleting service is included in trip price!
Fishing license
All guests up to 4 are covered with fishing licenses, there's no benefit if you already have one.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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 included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in New Port Richey to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Kids 2 years and older are welcome on board! I provide all safety gear, including child-sized life jackets, and make sure the trip is fun and safe for all ages.
You keep catch
except for Redfish, Snook
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 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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

 PayPal

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