Amelia Family Fishing Charters 

5.0
(365 reviews)
 
State licensed
 1620 North 14th Street, Egans Creek Marina, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, United States–

Amelia Family Fishing Charters 

Fernandina Beach, FL, United States
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28 ft
6
5.0
(365 reviews)

Amelia Family Fishing Charters strives to give you a memorable fishing experience on the waters surrounding Amelia Island, FL. Captain Keith is a fourth-generation local fisherman who really enjoys sharing his knowledge of the area. Join him for a day that you and your family will never forget!

You'll fish aboard a 28' Parker, which has a dry cabin and a top for shade. This vessel is powered by a 300 HP Yamaha 4-stroke which makes it fast and safe, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

She also features padded and comfortable seating on board for up to 5 passengers. The onboard GPS and Fishfinder will reveal the productive spots, the live well will hold the bait, and the ice box will keep your catch fresh.

Capt. Keith truly enjoys having children on board because most kids don't care what they catch—they just want to catch! You will find him to be a very patient guide who takes time to explain what you do on the water and why.

Capt. Keith specializes in fishing the jetties, inlet, and backwaters for Redfish and Black Drum. Fishing for these species here opens the possibility of catching so many different kinds of fish. On the inlet-jetty trips you can also catch Sharks, Tarpon, Cobia, Seatrout, Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, and Sheepshead.

Amelia Family Fishing Charters provides a fishing license, Penn rods and reels, bait, tackle, and a cooler of ice for your beverages. Capt. Keith looks forward to fishing with you soon!

Amelia Family Fishing Charters strives to give you a memorable fishing experience on the waters surrounding Amelia Island, FL. Captain Keith is a fourth-generation local fisherman who really enjoys sharing his knowledge of the area. Join him for a day that you and your family will never forget!

You'll fish aboard a 28' Parker, which has a dry cabin and a top for shade. This vessel is powered by a 300 HP Yamaha 4-stroke which makes it fast and safe, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

She also features padded and comfortable seating on board for up to 5 passengers. The onboard GPS and Fishfinder will reveal the productive spots, the live well will hold the bait, and the ice box will keep your catch fresh.

Capt. Keith truly enjoys having children on board because most kids don't care what they catch—they just want to catch! You will find him to be a very patient guide who takes time to explain what you do on the water and why.

Capt. Keith specializes in fishing the jetties, inlet, and backwaters for Redfish and Black Drum. Fishing for these species here opens the possibility of catching so many different kinds of fish. On the inlet-jetty trips you can also catch Sharks, Tarpon, Cobia, Seatrout, Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, and Sheepshead.

Amelia Family Fishing Charters provides a fishing license, Penn rods and reels, bait, tackle, and a cooler of ice for your beverages. Capt. Keith looks forward to fishing with you soon!

Keith Edwards
Captain
Keith Edwards
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2 Hour Trip – Kids Charter (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
+8
US $400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
2 Hour Trip – Kids Charter (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
Jack Crevalle
Seabass (Black)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Trip – Inlet & Jetty Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Seabass (Black)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Trip – Kids Charter (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Tiger)
+3
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Trip – Inlet & Jetty PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
Jack Crevalle
Seabass (Black)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Trip – Kids Charter (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
Jack Crevalle
Seabass (Black)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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

Anglers' gallery (536)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

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Anjela Young
Anjela Young
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
What a catch, that captain!!
3 Hour Trip – Inlet & Jetty Fishing on February 13, 2026 • 2 adults

We lucked out with Captain Keith. Had a fun time!! He was great. He grew up on the island and was able to throw in some island history for free. It was a great balance of conversation and silence. Loved that. The weather was a little on the chilly side but we prepared for that. Layers and layers. Captain Keith always positioned the boat where the sun on us. For a fisherman, he was impatient with the fish, lol. If they didn't bite within five minutes or so, we were off to another location. And good thing because after moving three times, we hit the jackpot. Caught lots of fish, which he cleaned and filleted for us. It was well worth the time and money; you most likely won't come back empty handed. Would love to go out into deeper waters with him sometime this summer.

Suzanna Behringer
Suzanna Behringer
Repeat angler
us
California, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Happy day on the water!
2 Hour Trip – Kids Charter (PM) on December 23, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

Keith was prompt, personable, knowledgeable, and fun. He was also great with our grandboys 6 & 4 and kept them engaged with the evil eel snake that he was not allowing on board, and the feisty blue crab who he let loose for the boys to see. We caught enough for dinner! Thanks for cooking tips Captain Keith… arrrr me hearties ate well! We’ll be in touch for our future family visitors - fun afternoon. Thankyou sooo much!

Courtney Rose
Courtney Rose
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Another successful trip with Captain Keith!
3 Hour Trip – Inlet & Jetty PM on March 27, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

This was our second time fishing with Captain Keith during our spring break. We really appreciated his flexibility in scheduling around some bad weather during our vacation week. He took us right out to a great spot, and Keith helped us land multiple sharks, stingrays, and other fish during our trip. Our family would highly recommend booking with Captain Keith for an afternoon of fishing!

Reported catch:
Bonnethead Shark
John Wood
John Wood
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
amazing experience!!!
3 Hour Trip – Kids Charter (AM) on August 11, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children

capt. keith was amazing. The history, the patience, and the knowledge….we had an amazing time! I would highly recommend this charter.

Reported catch:
Flounder
King George Whiting
Ashton Prosek
Ashton Prosek
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Awesome charter!
3 Hour Trip – Inlet & Jetty Fishing on December 24, 2025 • 5 adults

I booked it a day before and we got to go out at 8am on christmas eve to catch the exact fish i was after (Big redfish)! The captain was nice and explained a lot about the area and shared cool stories. We would definitely go again.

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Redfish

FAQs about Amelia Family Fishing Charters

Amelia Family Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Kids Charter (AM) (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Kids Charter (PM) (2 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Inlet & Jetty Fishing (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Inlet & Jetty PM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Kids Charter (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Kids Charter (PM) (3 hours)
When you book a trip with Amelia Family Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Garmin
  • Live bait well Almost always catch live bait.
  • Ice box Cooler with clean ice provided for your drinks.
  • Radar Furuno
Trips booked with Amelia Family Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Well maintained Penn reels.)
  • Live bait (Always try to catch live baitfish for each charter.)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (All fish will be kept iced down until I fillet them)
  • Fishing license (A Florida and Georgia fishing license is provided.)
Amelia Family Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Calm and protected waters.)
  • Inshore fishing (Lots of different species.)
  • Nearshore fishing (Awesome bottomfishing.)
  • Backcountry fishing (Redfish and trout.)
Amelia Family Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Amelia Family Fishing Charters include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Keith Edwards
Keith Edwards
Fernandina Beach, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
365 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2017
Angler's Choice
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I am one of the lucky few to have grown up here on Amelia Island, fishing and shrimping the surrounding waters my entire life. Whether it's float fishing way back up in the oyster bed flats, bottom fishing around the inlets and jetty rocks, or live bait slow trolling out on the reefs, I know these waters very well. I earned my first captains license in 1992, and I have been taking friends, families, and small groups fishing ever since. I have watched small kids grow up into adults, seeing them only one or two weeks a year on their vacations. Kind of neat! Come aboard, you'll see why most of the people who fish with me keep coming year after year.
Our Team
Keith E.
Keith E.
Captain
Keith Edwards
Keith Edwards
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I am one of the lucky few to have grown up here on Amelia Island, fishing and shrimping the surrounding waters my entire life. Whether it's float fishing way back up in the oyster bed flats, bottom fishing around the inlets and jetty rocks, or live bait slow trolling out on the reefs, I know these waters very well. I earned my first captains license in 1992, and I have been taking friends, families, and small groups fishing ever since. I have watched small kids grow up into adults, seeing them only one or two weeks a year on their vacations. Kind of neat! Come aboard, you'll see why most of the people who fish with me keep coming year after year.
The crew
Keith E.
Keith E.
Captain

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Real catches by this captain

  • Young angler and an adult display a bonnethead shark aboard a fishing boat over open water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bonnethead Shark
    John W.
    John W.
    capt. keith was amazing. The history, the patience, and the knowledge….we had an amazing time! I would highly recommend this charter.
  • A proud angler holding a caught shark while on a fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of the catch on a boat.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    Leslie A.
    Leslie A.
    Captain Keith is the best! Had a wonderful trip! Caught plenty of fish!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a caught shark while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Hammerhead Shark
    Courtney R.
    Courtney R.
    This was our second time fishing with Captain Keith during our spring break. We really appreciated his flexibility in scheduling around some bad weather during our vacation week. He took us right out to a great spot, and Keith helped us land multiple sharks, stingrays, and other fish during our trip. Our family would highly recommend booking with Captain Keith for an afternoon of fishing!
  • A young angler proudly holding a small shark while smiling on a fishing boat, showcasing a successful catch during a family fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Hammerhead Shark
    Jenilee A.
    Jenilee A.
    We had an amazing time! Will be booking again.
  • Angler proudly displaying a caught shark while on a fishing trip, with a clear blue sky and water in the background.
    Fish 1
    Hammerhead Shark
    Ajit P.
    Ajit P.
    We had a great time with Captain Keith! He taught us a lot about the water, the weather, and of course fishing. Even on a tough day, we caught some good whiting and a few bonnethead sharks. Definitely recommend!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Black Drum while fishing on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Drum
    Ashton P.
    Ashton P.
    I booked it a day before and we got to go out at 8am on christmas eve to catch the exact fish i was after (Big redfish)! The captain was nice and explained a lot about the area and shared cool stories. We would definitely go again.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Wesley O.
    Wesley O.
    Keith was great with the kids! He put us on the fish fast and we caught many different species. At least twice both my children were reeling them in simultaneously.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Tim R.
    Tim R.
    Perfect 3 hour trip for my wife and daughter. Beautiful scenery, caught fish (released all), just right time for them (1/2 day morning).
  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying a caught shark aboard a fishing boat, showcasing their successful catch during a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Blacktip Shark
    Jeremy W.
    Jeremy W.
    It was our families first charter and it was great. Plenty of room for our family of 5 on the boat and we all caught fish. Captain Keith was very kind, knowledgeable, and accommodating from start to finish. We will definitely book another trip very soon.
  • An angler reeling in a shark while fishing from a boat in coastal waters, showcasing the excitement of sport fishing.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    Curt C.
    Curt C.
    I would highly recommend Captain Keith to take you on your next fishing adventure. We had a very good fishing experience and enjoyed the Captain’s company. Overall our best fishing trip yet.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2008
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Pilothouse
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Garmin
Live bait well
Almost always catch live bait.
Ice box
Cooler with clean ice provided for your drinks.
Radar
Furuno
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Well maintained Penn reels.
Live bait
Always try to catch live baitfish for each charter.
Catch cleaning & filleting
All fish will be kept iced down until I fillet them
Fishing license
A Florida and Georgia fishing license 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.
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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 specialize in family fishing charters.
You keep catch
All keepers can be filleted and iced for you.
Catch and release allowed
Recommended.

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 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:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
 Checks
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Fernandina Beach right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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