John's Pass Fishing Charters

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John's Pass: 12 fishing charters available

 
Federally permitted

Treasure Island • 32 ft • 6 people

La Costa Charters specializes in trolling and bottom fishing for a variety of species inhabiting the offshore waters of Florida. Heading offshore from Johns Pass, you’ll hit spots of between 15 and over 40 miles in the Gulf of Mexico, to bring home

"Patrick & Brad were the best team! We went for an all day trip to be sure to catch some great fish!" —⁠ Chris,
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trips fromUS $650
Salty Confusion Charters
Salty Confusion Charters
 
Federally permitted

Madeira Beach • 36 ft • 6 people

Are you ready for an offshore trip like no other? Then join Salty Confusion Charters today for a trip you’ll never forget fishing in Johns Pass. Captain Bob Poteshman is looking forward to welcoming you on board and teaching you the tricks of the tr

"Had a great experience fishing with Capt Bob! Six of us took the 10 hr trip and after a bit of coaching and a couple different spots, we got into a pile of Lane snapper and huge grunts… Caught so much a few of us had to take a break cuz our wrists were hurting from pulling in so many fish!" —⁠ Jack,
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trips fromUS $400
Fish Madeira Beach
Fish Madeira Beach
 
State licensed

Madeira Beach • 26 ft • 6 people

Ready to go fishing in Madeira Beach? Fish Madeira Beach is here to make it happen! Your guide for the day is Captain Johnathan, allowing you to benefit from years of professional experience. These waters are known for Redfish, Hammerhead Shark, Flounder,
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trips fromUS $800
 
Federally permitted

Treasure Island • 36 ft • 6 people

💥 THE BIGGEST FASTEST BOAT IN THE AREA💥🚨VOTED BEST OF FLORIDA 2022 and 2023🚨Offshore fishing has never been so exciting! Skirtchaser Charters has a brand new fishing machine fully rigged for all types of fishing, different weather conditions, as well as t

"Captain Frank was great.  Communicated to me before the trip to confirm the type of fish I was after and what my family’s experience was." —⁠ Mike,
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trips fromUS $900
Fishin' the Outdoors
Fishin' the Outdoors

REDINGTN SHOR • 4 people

Planning your fishing trip in the Tampa Area just got easier, thanks to Fishin’ the Outdoors!!! Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime fishing adventure! Chris will help you catch some real monsters from the beach. Here you won’t be far from inshore

"I recently had the pleasure of booking a fishing trip with Fishin’ the Outdoors, and I must say, it was nothing short of fantastic." —⁠ Andrew, North Carolina
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trips fromUS $225
Got One Sportfishing
Got One Sportfishing
 
Federally permitted

Madeira Beach • 31 ft • 6 people

Make the most of your time in Madeira Beach and go fishing with Got One Sportfishing. You’re likely to go after Amberjack, Great Barracuda, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Grunt, Hogfish, King Mackerel, Blacktip Shark, Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Red
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trips fromUS $850
FIGURED IT OUT CHARTERS (Belmonte Charters)
FIGURED IT OUT CHARTERS (Belmonte Charters)
 
Federally permitted

Madeira Beach • 36 ft • 6 people

Come experience what Florida’s offshore fishing has to offer with (FKA Belmonte Fishing Charters)Figured It Out Charters. Whether you’re a novice, professional, young or old, Captain Anthony’s strong passion for fishing ensures that ever

"Everyone had a great time.  Captain and First Mate were amazing." —⁠ Cedric,
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trips fromUS $1,000
ElCapitano’s Offshore LLC
ElCapitano’s Offshore LLC
 
Federally permitted

Madeira Beach • 32 ft • 6 people

El Capitano’s Offshore LLC invites you to join them on the fishing adventure of a lifetime. Get ready to cast off alongside a high-profile charter crew in the prolific waters of Saint Petersburg, Florida. Whether you choose to chase Kingfish and Tar

"What a great day!  That’s what my brother and I have been saying to each other over and over since we got back." —⁠ Kevin,
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trips fromUS $950
Captain Dan Condron
Captain Dan Condron
 
State licensed

Madeira Beach • 29 ft • 5 people

There’s a fish with your name on it in Madeira Beach, and Captain Dan Condron will help you catch it!  Amberjack, Great Barracuda, Bonito, Mahi Mahi, Gag Grouper, Almaco Jack, Sailfish, Blacktip Shark, Red Snapper, and more can be found in thes
trips fromUS $950
La Costa Charters – 22'
La Costa Charters – 22'
 
State licensed

Treasure Island • 22 ft • 4 people

La Costa Charters welcomes anglers of all ages and skills! They operate in the region of Treasure Island Florida, and they can guide you across all the diverse fishing spots this area holds.  Under the guidance of Captain Patrick Eckelbarger, you get

"We left at 7am for a half day trip, and started catching fish almost immediately after putting our lines in." —⁠ Jamie,
trips fromUS $350
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in John's Pass

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Fishing in John's Pass

The southern end of Madeira Beach is where you’ll find the heartland of Pinellas County’s angling community - John’s Pass. John’s Pass fishing charters have a well-deserved reputation for being able to cater to the needs of almost any angler under the sun. Whether you’ll be staying in Boca Ciega Bay to fish shallow water, or you plan on going far out into the Gulf of Mexico, you’ll have more than your share of world-class angling.

John’s Pass Fishing Spots

A lot of professional fishing charters in John’s Pass run their trips with a “no fish, no pay” guarantee, which just goes to show how confident they are both in their abilities and the fishery in general. If you want to experience everything John’s Pass fishing has to offer, make sure to clear your schedule for a couple of days. You’ll need it.

Boca Ciega Bay

While people absolutely adore Boca Ciega’s bigger cousin, Tampa Bay, there’s a reason why plenty of anglers pick Boca Ciega instead. The both have very similar inshore fishing opportunities, while Boca Ciega is in a better position for anglers who want to go into federal waters later.

There’s no real need to stray out of the bay if you’re looking to get some good table fare. There’s a huge number of resident Redfish, Flounder, Speckled Trout, and Sheepshead for you to go after. Other species like Bonefish, Snook, and Tarpon will keep the sporting anglers busy all day long as well.

Madeira and Treasure Island Reefs

If you’ve only got time for a shorter trip, that doesn’t mean you’ll need to stick inshore. Treasure Island Reef is less than five miles out, and is a great fishing spot for most of the year. Along the Madeira Beach Reef, which is some six miles out, you’ll find droves of Snappers, Hogfish, Groupers, and other delicious bottom feeders. You shouldn’t have too much trouble filling your coolers even on a half day trip.

Those spoiling for a fight can look forward to Kingfish and Barracuda coming down to the reefs in spring and fall to hunt. If you’re skilled enough, the hunter will become your prey.

Federal Waters

As any experienced angler knows, the deeper you go, the bigger fish you’re bound to find. This is why you’ll have people going up to 100 miles out to catch some really huge bottom fish. From Red, Mutton, and Lane Snapper, to Red, Black, and Gag Grouper, you’ll have a real field day if you go out far enough. Of course, if you’re interested in a trolling trip, there’ll be a fair share of Mahi Mahi, Blackfin Tuna, and Sailfish for you to hook up.

Deep sea fishing trips targeting big gamefish can be much longer than your average inshore trip, so bear in mind you’re looking at some 10-12 hours on the water when going deep into federal waters.

Fishing Techniques

Just like in any other shallow water fisheries, light spinning rods will be your weapon of choice when fishing the bay for Reds, Snook, and others. The choice between live bait such as Shrimp or Crab, and artificial lures like topwater plugs and jerk baits depends on you preferences as well as what you hope to catch. For example, Redfish are very susceptible to Shrimp, while jerk and topwater plugs work best when going after bigger Snook.

More or less the same rules apply out on the reefs as well. When going from reef to reef during a longer trip, you are free to troll for Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, or Sailfish if you’ve gone far enough. Once you’re at a reef, chumming is a foolproof method of getting the fish to come to you.

When it comes to Tarpon, however, not much compares to trying to hook a Silver King on the fly. Try patterns that utilize crustacean colors for the best results, because Tarpon really like Crabs. If you plan on fishing in the late-afternoon, or any other time with low-light conditions, darker patterns such as purple/black can be used to great effect.

Need to Know

Most inshore charters have a standard trip time of 4-6 hours, with $100 per hour being the norm (though the most experienced captains may charge a little more). The same applies for nearshore reef trips, with longer trip options if you’re looking to tackle reefs a bit further away. If you plan on going on your own, you’ll need to be aware of the current state and federal regulations when it comes to size and bag limits for your catch.

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John's Pass Fishing Seasons

January

Have you ever tried Scamp Grouper? No? Now’s your chance to head out to the reefs, and get some delicious bottom feeders for the dinner table.

February

The Spotted Seatrout will be the inshore star this time of year, followed by Redfish. Shrimp remains the bait of choice, but Sardines are useful too.

March

Offshore waters are on fire if you’re in the market for Amberjack and Snapper. Kingfish, Tuna, and Cobia are also found on long-range trips.

April

April means Tarpon season is about to start. Anglers from all over the country will be coming in to try their luck against the Silver King.

May

When the average temperature goes up in the high-eighties, you know summer’s coming. And with it comes great fishing for Snook and Tarpon.

June

The start of summer is probably the best time to come if you can choose. Both inshore and further off in the Gulf, the fishing is simply amazing.

July

Summertime fishing means you’ll need plenty of room in the freezer. Red, Lane, Mutton, and Yellowtail Snapper are all over the reefs, and they’re not alone.

August

It’s a good time for that deep sea trip you’ve been thinking about, as this time of year is peak season for the Mahi Mahi bite.

September

If you’re lucky enough, the good weather will continue on through September too. A whole number of great fish can be found offshore, with Tarpon and Snook closer in.

October

It’s not uncommon for Tarpon fishing to still be a thing this time of year. If so, grab your fly gear and off to the flats while you still can.

November

As offshore fishing starts to wind down, anglers will turn their attention inshore. Now that the tourists have mostly left, you can fish in peace.

December

The bridge over John’s pass is a great place to visit for some Sheepshead, Gag Grouper, and Jack Crevalle fishing.

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