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Everything to Know About Booking a light tackle fishing charter
What are the best light tackle fishing charters?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 2026 light tackle fishing trips, and the most popular trips are Jetties & Jaws: Reel in the Fun guided by Meghan, Ropin' Reds Inshore Adventure guided by Jim, and Clearwater Mixed Bag Trip guided by Gage.
Our guides are rated a 4.88 out of 5 based on 2639 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.
All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.
Looking for kid friendly light tackle fishing guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly light tackle fishing guides.
What types of light tackle fishing charters are common?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular for light tackle fishing as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for light tackle fishing are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. flounder, and 4. black drum.
How much do light tackle fishing charters cost?
light tackle fishing prices can range anywhere from about $500 to $2,500, but the average price for a half day trip light tackle fishing is $764. The average price for a full day trip light tackle fishing is $1,672.
What month is best for going on a light tackle fishing charter?
The most popular season to go on a light tackle fishing charter is summer, and most anglers book their trips 28 days in advance.
Do I need a fishing license and what are the bag limits?
See here for more information on fishing licenses, bag limits, and fishing season regulations. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations.
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