St Johns River Fishing Charters 

4.8
(19 reviews)
 135 Pico Road, East Palatka, FL 32131, United States

St Johns River Fishing Charters 

East Palatka, FL, United States
21 ft
4
4.8
(19 reviews)

Spend the day with St Johns River Fishing Charters and see what's biting in East Palatka! Captain Robert will be your guide, bringing aboard years of angling experience.

Largemouth Bass, Crappie, and more inhabit these waters if you come at the right time of year. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Capt. Robert also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. You're welcome to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 21' Phoenix bass boat with a capacity for 4 passengers. It has a fighting chair and everything you need for a productive day on the water. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures.

You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation; just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with St Johns River Fishing Charters!

Spend the day with St Johns River Fishing Charters and see what's biting in East Palatka! Captain Robert will be your guide, bringing aboard years of angling experience.

Largemouth Bass, Crappie, and more inhabit these waters if you come at the right time of year. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Capt. Robert also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. You're welcome to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 21' Phoenix bass boat with a capacity for 4 passengers. It has a fighting chair and everything you need for a productive day on the water. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures.

You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation; just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with St Johns River Fishing Charters!

Robert Stumpe
Captain
Robert Stumpe
14 years of experience
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4 Hour Trip – Crappie (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Crappie
US $375
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $375
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $375
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip – Crappie (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Crappie
US $475
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $475
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $475
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $575
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.8
19 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Mike Stivers
Mike Stivers
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Ok day fishing.
8 Hour Trip (AM) on March 20, 20262 adults

I fish to catch fish, I also understand that the weather has a great effect on fishing. Bluebird days like today are among the toughest. But Captain T overcame this and we put several fish in the boat. But the gem on my trip was talking with someone who caught the fishing bug and has a true passion for it. You could not be in better hands with Cap. Peter T and you might learn a thing or 2. Tight Lines 🎣

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Robert Stumpe
Response from Captain

Mike, it was a pleasure getting you out on the water. The one thing we can't control is how the weather plays a factor in our trips. Thank you for leaving this great review and we look forward to getting you out on the water next time!

Lindsay Daniels
Lindsay Daniels
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Nice trip!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on May 3, 20262 adults2 children

We really enjoyed this trip for my son’s birthday!

Robert Stumpe
Response from Captain

Lindsay, it was a pleasure getting you out on the water. Thank you for coming fishing and taking the time to leave this great feedback. Looking forward to our next adventure!

Mike Stivers
Mike Stivers
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
4.0
Verified
Not a day to brag about!
8 Hour Trip (AM) on March 17, 20262 adults

The weather was terrible…..45 degree high, 30 mph north wind gusts, 8 hours=0.333 days 15 fish. Largest 3# Robert is a knowledgeable angler and is a native to the river and waters in the surrounding areas. Despite the weather he was very attentive and need his best to find and catch fish. Unfortunately the weather was against us.

Robert Stumpe
Response from Captain

Thank you for leaving a review Mike. Weather can play a big factor, especially during a front that rolls through. Next time you are down, we hope that have better conditions for you. Looking forward to our next experience!

Robert Stephens
Robert Stephens
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
4 trips
4.7
Verified
Great Time Fishing St John’s River
4 Hour Trip (AM) on January 21, 20262 adults

My charter with Robert Stumpe on St John’s River was great! He took me to multiple spots and got us on the fish. I caught several despite the fact that it was 41 degrees when we launched. Robert definitely knows the river and helped me catch my first Florida bass! Thanks for a great time.

Robert Stumpe
Response from Captain

Love this feedback and review. It was such a pleasure to fishing with you Robert. Had a lot of fun on this cold day but we made it happen. Thank you for coming out and thank you for leaving this review. Looking forward to next time.

DARYN PANNELL
DARYN PANNELL
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
July fishing trip
6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 19, 20262 adults

Robert Stumpe
Response from Captain

Thank you Daryn for a fantastic review!

FAQs about St Johns River Fishing Charters

St Johns River Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $375 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Crappie (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Crappie (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $575 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip (AM) (8 hours)
When you book a trip with St Johns River Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with St Johns River Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Provide a cooler, ice, and bottled water!)
St Johns River Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (My home bodies of water are St. Johns River and Rodman Reservoir, but I also fish Orange Lake and others, just ask!)
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
St Johns River Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with St Johns River Fishing Charters include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Crappie

Your captain

Robert Stumpe
Robert Stumpe

East Palatka, Florida, United States

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40 Customer reviews
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Member since March 2025
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Capt. Robert runs trips out of East Palatka aboard 21' Phoenix Bass boat. The crew has you covered if you wish to try bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, jigging, fly fishing, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Our Team
Ken W.

Ken W.

Captain

Robert Stumpe
Robert Stumpe
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Angler's Choice
40
reviews
2025
member since
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Capt. Robert runs trips out of East Palatka aboard 21' Phoenix Bass boat. The crew has you covered if you wish to try bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, jigging, fly fishing, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
The crew
Ken W.
Ken W.
Captain

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Crappie
Crappie
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Crappie
Crappie

Real catches by this captain

  • Bass
    Scott T.
    Scott T.
  • June fishing trip
    Jp U.
    Jp U.
  • Robert was great
    Rick B.
    Rick B.
  • April 20, 2025.
    Michael H.
    Michael H.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Phoenix
Boat type
Bass boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
My home bodies of water are St. Johns River and Rodman Reservoir, but I also fish Orange Lake and others, just ask!
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks
Provide a cooler, ice, and bottled water!

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.

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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child friendly
I would prefer kids four and older, but you know your kids and whether they are ready!
You keep catch
Based on State Law
Catch and release allowed
Suggested

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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:

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