What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Port Canaveral, Florida for the first time?

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Teresa Streeter
Bonney Lake, WA
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Went fishing with Sea-king Charters on May 21, 2023
Captain Charles King. His boat, The Sea-King had top notch equipment and he was on top of keeping our baits ready for catching the big ones!

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Ethan Gilliland
Archer, FL
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Went fishing with Canaveral Charter Adventures on May 14, 2023
Remember the ocean is vast and your patience must also be, fishing is a type of hunting these animals go everywhere.

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Elsa Niska
Cokato, MN
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Went fishing with Port Fishing Charters – 22' on March 31, 2023
Go earlier in the day. The wind and direct sun will impact the fishing, but still a great experience!

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Brian Baltzell
Bismarck, ND
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Went fishing with Fin Addict Il Fishing on March 27, 2023
Wear sunscreen on the beach before you go fishing the next day lol!!! I didn't and I could feel the pain and itch lol.

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John Sprinkle
Apopka, FL
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Went fishing with Patriot Charters on March 8, 2023
Long sleeves, shorts, sun screen, hat, baggies to put your catch in after it has been cleaned, drinks, food, and lots of ice.

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Rob Borek
Mukwonago, WI
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Went fishing with Fair N' Square Charters on February 28, 2023
Parking was easy. 2 public bathrooms a short walk down the sidewalk. Otherwise it was nice. Not too big so wasn't really worried about getting lost or overwhelmed

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Kevin Luit
Ottawa, ON
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Went fishing with Fair And Square Charters 36' Delta on January 16, 2023
We caught a bunch of Spanish Makerel and a few blue fish. The captain knew when and where to catch them and stayed on them when we did.

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Delbert Arrendale
Blythewood, South Carolina
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Went fishing with Knot Work Fishing Charters on July 22, 2022
The backchannels are wonderful. Our guide took us out to the breakers and parked. He delivered on the fish. He was a super captain and I recommend him.

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Brian Ross
Fredericksburg, VA
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Went fishing with DIRTY DOLLY Charters 32’ Sportfish on April 27, 2022
Just have a good time. The Captains will put you on fish. I wanted to catch Mahi Mahi and we did. The captain did a great job.

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Robert Briscoe
CANAVERAL AS, FL
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Went fishing with Patriot Charters on March 29, 2022
I hear that March is not the best time, but you still caught a lot of fish, just not the big ones unless you go out 150 miles or so.

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Joe DeCapite
Roanoke, TX
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Went fishing with Canaveral Kings Lite on March 20, 2022
Book Captain Joey, be flexible and listen to what the captains suggest. They know the waters and truly desire for you to enjoy your experience.

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Marc Starr
CEDAR E BETHL, MN
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Went fishing with Reel Magic Adventures on January 26, 2022
It was easy to find and park and a lot of stuff to see when you where out fishing like dolphins pelicans cruise ships

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Douglas Hoffmann
Alachua, FL
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Went fishing with Fair N' Square Charters on December 11, 2021
Captain definitely made the trip worth while. He made sure that we caught enough fish to satisfy our urge to reel

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Joe Beu
Woodlawn, TN
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Went fishing with Get Down Fishing Charters on July 24, 2021
I recommend fishing at Port Canaveral because there is plenty to do in the area and well suited for adults and kids. The people here are friendly and conveniently located close to cocoa beach

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Mandi Garmane
Atlanta, Georgia
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Went fishing with All Points Guide Service – 26’ on April 8, 2021
Eat at one of the local restaurants after your trip. We heard good things about all of them but settled on Rusty's, and it was awesome!

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Detroit Lakes, MN
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Went fishing with Saltire Fishing Charters on March 14, 2021
Take Captain Justins boat! Its private so its just your group...no strangers...definately will be fishing with him again next time!!

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Daron Pratt
Lee's Summit, MO
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Went fishing with All Points Guide Service – 26’ on February 28, 2021
Access to Port Canaveral is about as easy a location as you can find ... plenty of parking, and direct access to ocean and Banana river.

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James Gurton
Orlando, FL
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Went fishing with Me Too Charters on June 28, 2020
Well don't expect to catch fish but you could always have a good day. So get a good boat Capt and mate like me and my kids had and you'll be fine . Definitely will go on ME TOO charter again.

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Ezequiel Martinez
Aibonito
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Went fishing with Patriot Charters on July 1, 2019
Make sure that your charter or Cpt. can provide what is advertised. LIVE BAIT, FIGHTING SEAT, SECOND MATE OR HAND and specially a boat that is fitted and adequate for the trip.

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Holly Palmer
Ashburn, VA
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Went fishing with Denise Marie Charters on June 24, 2019
It seemed that inshore fishing is hit or miss. I guess if I had to do it over, I’d try the offshore trip to see if we would have better luck.

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Cody Smith
Oviedo, Florida
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Went fishing with Rebirth Charters on April 25, 2019
Just make sure in April to check the weather and offshore reports. It can either be great conditions or a bit rough. Just make sure to get yourself out on a nice flat day.

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John Baule
Orlando, Florida
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Went fishing with Cutlass Crew Fishing Charters on April 13, 2019
Always be prepared for changing weather conditions at all times. I recommend bringing rain gear such as poncho or jacket.

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John Baule
Kissimmee, Florida
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Went fishing with Cutlass Crew Fishing Charters on April 10, 2019
Plan on making plans to take fish back and make sure your plans are in place before you fish in Port Canaveral.

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Tim Buckley
Jacksonville, FL
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Went fishing with Fin Addict Il Fishing on February 20, 2019
We didn't have any luck out in the boat (3 croakers) but we did catch a shark off the beach which was awesome. Hopefully the fishing is better for you than it was for me.

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Mike Raasch
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Went fishing with Port Fishing Charters – 22' on March 25, 2025
Weather can be spotty, cool in the morning and warm in the afternoon. Dress in layers.

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Brian Lockhart
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Went fishing with Fair And Square Charters 36' Delta on February 26, 2025
It's a lot of fun however, season matters! Do a little research on what to expect to catch.

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Michelle Arensdorf
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Went fishing with Port Fishing Charters – 22' on February 13, 2025
We caught 12 fish in about 1 1/2 hrs....had some much fun!! You won't be disappointed ?????❤️

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Christopher Dorr
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Went fishing with Patriot Charters on February 2, 2025
Take your filets to Rusty’s restaurant and have them cook them for your lunch or dinner.

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Michael Duffield
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Went fishing with ShayJay Fishing Charters on January 1, 2025
Cool place if you like seeing SpaceX equipment and cruise ships. Fishing is good as well.

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Barb Robinson Milatovich
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Went fishing with Slightly Obsessed Deep Sea – 29’ Cat on October 5, 2024
Try to take a charter when the ocean is more settled…we had some pretty choppy waves!