A Daytona Beach fishing charter lives up to the city's fast and furious reputation. The coast's diverse waterways include the Atlantic Ocean, Halifax River, and St. Johns River, giving saltwater and freshwater anglers ample opportunities to hook into trophy fish. You'll be racing to the boat ramp to make the most of what this 'Fun Coast' city has to offer!
Head into the Halifax River and hook into massive Bull Redfish and Gator Trout. This productive inshore waterway is also home to the likes of Sheepshead, Tarpon, and Jack Crevalle. If you're hoping to hook into Florida's state freshwater fish, travel inland and explore the St. Johns River. It's home to arguably the most productive Largemouth Bass fishery in the state.
Things are equally exciting offshore. Getting to the Gulf Stream and expansive natural and artificial reef systems does require some travel time, but it's more than worth it. Depending on the time of year, you can expect to reel in pelagic fish including Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Sailfish, as well as a variety of Atlantic Snapper and Grouper.
A half day trip departing from boat ramps along the Halifax River gives you enough time to check out the inshore waters. If you're heading offshore, book a full day trip or extended full day trip to get the most out of the action. For a budget-friendly alternative, hop aboard one of the party boats Daytona Beach is famous for and get a taste of the nearshore reefs.
Rules & Regulations
If you're fishing aboard a saltwater charter, the captain's license will cover everybody on board. On freshwater trips, however, you'll need to pick up a fishing license for all anglers between the ages of 16–64, regardless of whether you're heading out with a captain or not. Some fish are subject to tight regulations so be sure to consult the FWC before heading out.