Blackwater Charters
Blackwater Charters
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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.
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Rafael Forero5.0VerifiedPerfect fishing with my sons
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on April 19, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childCaptain 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!!!
John Solian5.0VerifiedGreat capt. Great trip!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on April 4, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenCan’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.
Steve Cecere5.0VerifiedHOT but got dinner!
6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on June 27, 2026 • 4 adultsCaptain 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!
Justin PowersRepeat angler5.0VerifiedIt was a great trip!
6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on July 9, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 childrenwe 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.
Taylor Siddon5.0VerifiedAwesome time!
6 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on April 20, 2026 • 3 adultswe had a blast chasing trout and reds today! Would definitely recommend Matthew. He was super knowledgeble and put us on fish! my family and I had an absolute blast! I did catch the biggest finally!
David Oneal5.0VerifiedExcellent!!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on July 3, 2026 • 4 adultsEverytime we threw in we got a bite. No waiting. The captain was so informative and knowledgeable. We will definitely be back. A trip to remember for sure.
Paula Begley5.0VerifiedBlackwater charter fishing boa
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on June 23, 2026 • 5 adultsCaptain Mathew was professional and knowledgeable about the fishing spots and types of fish that we caught. We enjoyed our morning very much.
Brian Grech5.0VerifiedAwesome charter, better captain
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) on April 9, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childsuch an amazing trip. it was our 8yo daughter’s first trip. Captain Matt was very knowledgeable about the area and what type of fish we would be catching.
Craig Rapinchuk5.0VerifiedAmazing Trip
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on April 10, 2026 • 2 adultsCaptain was extremely knowledgable, knew where the fish were. Enjoyed the time talking. caught some fish.
John Hayes5.0VerifiedFantastic Trip
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on August 15, 2026 • 4 adultsCapt Mat was more than accommodating. Got us on the fish. Definitely use him again. Thanks again Matt
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Me and my fiance wanted a nice day on the water for our anniversary so we booked a last minute fishing trip for the next day. We got a confirmation within the hour and were good to go. During the trip Captain Matthew was super friendly kept conversations going, and when it came to fishing was very knowledgeable and got us on wome fish quickly with both me and my fiance catching out first snook. Was a slower day on the water but he put us on fish and when it got slow kept us moving to give us the best chance at getting more fish. Would highly recommend most enjoyable charter we’ve been on!
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!
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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!!!
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.
My buddy and I hired Captain Matt to take my sons and his father out for the morning and it did not disappoint. We had a great time and caught a good amount of fish. Captain Matt was knowledgeable and friendly. I would highly recommend Blackwater Charters.
FAQs about Blackwater Charters
- 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)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- 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. )
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Spinning
- Black Drum
- Grouper (Gag)
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
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Hudson, Florida, United States
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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.
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What’s biting in Hudson right now
Black Drum
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Redfish
Sheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snook
Speckled Trout
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