The northernmost Sea Island is a popular angling destination, thanks to the variety of fishing options available here. Visiting anglers will easily find an Amelia Island fishing charter that suits them, whatever their goals may be. Encounter more than half a dozen different species on a single trip to the area's rich fishing grounds. Seize the moment, and the Gulf Stream's proximity means you'll be rewarded with a variety of pelagics and bottom feeders.
If you enjoy backcountry fishing you'll have plenty of Redfish to go after, along with Spotted Seatrout, Sheepshead, and Tarpon. Nearby reefs will put you on a variety of tasty Snapper and Grouper species. Head further offshore, and you'll run into Kingfish, Cobia, Barracuda, Amberjack, and maybe even a Mahi Mahi or two if you're lucky.
There's a lot you can accomplish here, even with limited time on the water. Stay inshore and explore the hidden honey holes of the Amelia and St. Marys Rivers. These trips are perfect for kids not accustomed to the choppy open waters. Extended trips are perfect for nearshore outings and bottom fishing at the reefs. Finally, offshore charters require the most time, but the prizes always make them worth the effort.
While Amelia Island fishing charters launch from a number of places, you'll find that most of them are based in Fernandina Beach, the lifeline of the entire island. Here, the Amelia Island Marina is the perfect place to begin your search for the perfect charter.
Rules & Regulations
As with elsewhere in Florida, a registered fishing charter will take care of all the fishing licenses you'll need for a given trip. If you plan on going out on your own, however, you'll need to buy a Florida fishing license.