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St. Augustine's Best Inshore Fishing - 8 Hours
- Published Date: July 18, 2025
- Fishing
- St. Augustine, FL
- $500 - $900 price range
Summary
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Rods Bent, Fish On!
Caught a nice Flounder
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Patiently waiting at St. Augustine FL
The King Mackerel has boarded
Redfish trophy catch for young angler.
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Light Tackle Fishing St Augustine
St Augustine Fishing Fun Charters
Redfish Fishing Fun
Caught a nice Flounder
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Patiently waiting at St. Augustine FL
The King Mackerel has boarded
Redfish trophy catch for young angler.
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Light Tackle Fishing St Augustine
St Augustine Fishing Fun Charters
Redfish Fishing Fun
Caught a nice Flounder
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Patiently waiting at St. Augustine FL
The King Mackerel has boarded
St. Augustine's Top Inshore Fishing Adventure
Get ready to reel in some of Florida's finest inshore catches on this 8-hour fishing bonanza with Back At It Fishing Charters. We're talking primo spots for redfish, snook, and more right in St. Augustine's backyard. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting your feet wet, we've got you covered with all the gear and know-how to make this a day on the water you won't soon forget.
What to Expect on the Water
Picture this: You're cruising the scenic waterways of St. Augustine, rod in hand, with the sun on your face and the promise of a big catch keeping you on your toes. Our seasoned captains know these waters like the back of their hand, so you're in for a treat. We'll hit up all the local honey holes where the fish are biting. And don't sweat the small stuff – we've got all the rods, reels, and tackle you'll need. Just bring your favorite snacks and drinks to keep you fueled up for a full day of fishing action.
Fishing Techniques & Hotspots
We'll be using a mix of techniques to land those prized catches. Expect to do some sight fishing in the shallows for tailing redfish, or maybe we'll set up a drift to work some deeper channels for flounder. If the tarpon are running, we might break out the fly rods for some heart-pounding action. Our local knowledge means we know just where to find the fish, whether it's around oyster beds, grass flats, or near the bridges. And hey, if one spot isn't producing, we'll run and gun until we find the bite.
What Anglers Are Saying
"Mike is a great guy. Made the effort to get us on fish on a cold day. Super company and looked after the two of us all day. Also provided first class recommendations for food and things to do. A top man." - Joel
Species You'll Want to Hook
Redfish: These copper-colored bruisers are a staple of St. Augustine inshore fishing. Known for their distinctive spot near the tail, redfish put up a fierce fight and are a blast to catch on light tackle. They love hanging around oyster beds and grass flats, often tailing in shallow water during high tide. Fall is prime time for big bull reds, but you can catch them year-round.
Southern Flounder: Masters of camouflage, these flatfish are prized for both their fight and their flavor. Flounder like to hang out on sandy or muddy bottoms, often near structure like docks or dropoffs. They're ambush predators, so a slow-moving bait along the bottom is your best bet. Spring and fall are peak seasons, but patient anglers can score these tasty fish throughout the year.
Snook: These hard-fighting fish are the rockstars of inshore fishing. With their distinctive lateral line and underslung jaw, snook are as beautiful as they are challenging to catch. They love structure, so we'll target them around mangroves, docks, and bridges. Snook fishing heats up in the warmer months, with some of the best action happening at night or during low light conditions.
Tarpon: Known as the "Silver King," hooking into one of these monsters will test your skills and your stamina. Tarpon can grow over 6 feet long and put on aerial displays that'll have your heart racing. We typically see them roll through our waters from late spring through early fall. Landing one of these giants is a true bucket-list achievement for any angler.
Sheepshead: Don't let their striped, almost comical appearance fool you – these fish are notorious bait stealers and put up a scrappy fight. Sheepshead hang around structure like pilings and reefs, using their human-like teeth to crush crabs and barnacles. Winter is prime time for sheepshead, making them a great target when other species slow down.
Time to Book Your Spot
Listen, if you're itching for a day of non-stop fishing action in some of Florida's most productive waters, this is your ticket. With Back At It Fishing Charters, you're not just getting a fishing trip – you're getting a full-on St. Augustine inshore experience. Our local knowledge, top-notch gear, and passion for putting clients on fish means you're in for a day you'll be talking about long after you're back on dry land. So what are you waiting for? Grab your spot now and let's get out there and bend some rods!
Customer Review
Mikes Fishing Magic
Joel Hawkins
February 23, 2024
Learn more about the species
Redfish
Southern flounder are masters of camouflage, blending in perfectly with sandy or muddy bottoms. They typically run 1-5 pounds but can reach 20+. You'll find them in coastal waters, inlets, and up rivers, often buried with just their eyes visible. Fall is prime time as they migrate to spawn. Flounder are ambush predators, so a slow presentation is key. Try bouncing a live mud minnow or soft plastic jig along the bottom, especially around drop-offs and creek mouths. When you feel weight, give it a second before setting the hook - flounder often grab prey sideways before swallowing. Their sweet, flaky white meat is some of the best eating around. Just watch out for those teeth when you're unhooking them!
Sheepshead
Sheepshead are the convict-striped fish with human-like teeth. Most run 2-4 pounds, but they can reach 10+. You'll find them around any hard structure - bridges, pilings, reefs - where they use those choppers to crush barnacles and crabs. Winter and early spring are peak seasons as they spawn nearshore. Sheepshead are notorious bait stealers, so a sensitive touch is key. Use light tackle with a small sharp hook and fresh fiddler crabs or oysters. When you feel that telltale tap-tap-tap, wait a second then set the hook hard. It's a challenge, but the sweet, mild fillets make it worthwhile. Pro tip: scrape some barnacles off the pilings to chum them up.
Snook
Tarpon are the kings of saltwater game fish around here. These prehistoric beasts can top 150 pounds and grow over 6 feet long. You'll find them rolling and gulping air in coastal waters, inlets, and up rivers from late spring through fall. Tarpon are famous for their acrobatic leaps and long, punishing fights. Landing one is a true trophy. We usually target them with live bait like mullet or crabs, or throw big topwater plugs and flies. The bite is best on moving tides around dawn and dusk. When you hook up, remember to bow to the king when he jumps - it keeps tension off so you don't pull the hook. Patience and stamina are key to bringing these silver giants to the boat.
Southern Flounder
Redfish are a staple of inshore fishing here in St. Augustine. These copper-colored beauties typically range from 3-15 pounds, with some real bulls pushing 40+ pounds. You'll find them tailing in shallow grass flats or cruising along oyster bars and docks. Fall and spring are prime seasons as they feed aggressively. Redfish put up a great fight, especially in skinny water where they'll try to wrap you around structure. Their firm white meat is delicious too. For the best shot at hooking up, work a gold spoon or shrimp-tipped jig slowly along drop-offs and creek mouths on a falling tide. Keep an eye out for that telltale spot near the tail - it's a dead giveaway when sight fishing.
Tarpon
Snook are sneaky ambush predators that love to hang around mangroves, docks, and other structure. They range from 5-15 pounds typically, with some monsters pushing 30+. Spring through fall is prime time as they move into inshore waters to spawn. Snook put up an impressive fight with powerful runs and gill-rattling head shakes. Their firm white meat is excellent eating too, when in season. Live bait like pilchards or pinfish works great, but throwing artificial lures is a blast. Try working a soft plastic jerk bait or topwater plug tight to the mangroves on an incoming tide. When you hook up, get ready to muscle that snook away from the roots before it wraps you up.
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Mike is a great guy. Made the effort to get us on fish on a cold day. Super company and looked after the two of us all day. Also provided first class recommendations for food and things to do. A top man.