Blackwater Charters 

5.0/5 (36 reviews)
 
State licensed
 6345 Clark Street, Hudson, FL 34667, United States

Blackwater Charters 

Up to 9 miles
Hudson, FL, United States
24 ft
5
5.0/5 (36 reviews)

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There's a fish with your name on it in Hudson and Blackwater Charters will help you catch it!

Hudson is known for Redfish, Snook, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, Tarpon, Sheepshead, Gag Grouper, and more.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board.

Your vessel for the day is a 24' Gulfshore made by Young Boats that holds up to 5 passengers. Capt. Matthew has rods and reels for you, along with live bait and lures.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, sunblock, bottled water, and a hat. Alcohol is allowed in moderation.

There's a fish with your name on it in Hudson and Blackwater Charters will help you catch it!

Hudson is known for Redfish, Snook, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, Tarpon, Sheepshead, Gag Grouper, and more.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board.

Your vessel for the day is a 24' Gulfshore made by Young Boats that holds up to 5 passengers. Capt. Matthew has rods and reels for you, along with live bait and lures.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, sunblock, bottled water, and a hat. Alcohol is allowed in moderation.

Matthew Clough
Captain
Matthew Clough
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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
Just booked! Last booked: 2 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+2
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4hr scalloping
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 10 - Aug 18
Scallop
US $450
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+1
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Nearshore gag grouper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Sep 14
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Gag)
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+1
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+1
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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5.0
36 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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John Solian
John Solian
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
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Great capt. Great trip!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on April 4, 20262 adults2 children

Can’t say enough good things about Capt. Matt. He was very responsive during the booking. No hassle whatsoever. Capt. Matt provided all the bait and equipment needed. He was very knowledgeable about places and techniques to catch fish. He was very patient with my two young sons. We caught enough speckled trout to eat for dinner. We got up close to dolphins, saw a bull shark, and several rays. Overall a great trip that was well worth it! Highly recommend.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Snook
Justin Powers
Justin Powers
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
Verified
New
It was a great trip!
6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on July 9, 20261 adult2 children

we had a blast! Matt is very knowledgeable and knows how to go find some fish! He would talk us through his thought process and what he felt would be beat try try and was great with my two sons.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Ron Miller
Ron Miller
Repeat angler
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great trip
6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on June 3, 20264 adults

Captain Matt got us on fish on a day with tough conditions. We kept enough for a few meals and released the rest. We were worried the trip would be canceled as we have had other charters do so on a day like this, but he worked very hard and got us to where we needed to be. Highly recommend this charter!

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Matthew Clough
Response from Captain

thanks for the review!

Rafael Forero
Rafael Forero
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Perfect fishing with my sons
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on April 19, 20262 adults1 child

Captain Matthew was great!! Not only had he a great experience and knowledge but also he was so kind with my sons, helping with everything. We catch all the fishes we were looking for. Captain looked for the best spots to catch them, he knows where to find them. Definitely ill repeat with him!!!

Steve Cecere
Steve Cecere
us
Florida, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
HOT but got dinner!
6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on June 27, 20264 adults

Captain Matthew was great! we were very hot so only did 6hrs but tried to get u on fish the whoe time. Caught some nice keeper reds for dnner tonight and some trout we put back. He is very patient andhad great conversation. Highly recommend!

FAQs about Blackwater Charters

Blackwater Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 4hr scalloping (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Nearshore gag grouper (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Blackwater Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Blackwater Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is caught every morning and included in the overall price. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish are cleaned at the end of every trip for no additional charge. )
  • Fishing license (All licensing for the day is provided. )
Blackwater Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
Blackwater Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Blackwater Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Matthew Clough
Matthew Clough
Matthew Clough

Hudson, Florida, United States

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36 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2024
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.

I grew up on Hudson Beach and have been fishing these waters my entire life, spending countless hours learning the local tides and fish patterns. I got my first jon boat at just 12 years old and have been on the water ever since. When I'm not running charters, I enjoy hunting and checking out new fishing spots to stay dialed in year-round.

ID & license verified
36 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2024
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.

I grew up on Hudson Beach and have been fishing these waters my entire life, spending countless hours learning the local tides and fish patterns. I got my first jon boat at just 12 years old and have been on the water ever since. When I'm not running charters, I enjoy hunting and checking out new fishing spots to stay dialed in year-round.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Black Drum
Black Drum
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Young Boats
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats 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
Live bait is caught every morning and included in the overall price.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish are cleaned at the end of every trip for no additional charge.
Fishing license
All licensing for the day is provided.

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 included in price

Transfer from hotels or jetties in Hudson to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
No age limits, trips available for all ages and levels of experience!
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

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:

 Cash

 PayPal

What’s biting in Hudson right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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