River, Back Country, Flats Fishing Adventure
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Private inshore charters for up to four guests maximumCovers Fort Pierce, Stuart, Jupiter, and West Palm Beach watersLive bait, jigs, and topwater lures provided onboard
When you're ready to get away from the crowds and find some serious fish, Flightline Fishing Charters has you covered. Captain's been working these waters around Fort Pierce, Stuart, Jupiter, and West Palm Beach for years, and he knows exactly where the fish are hiding. This isn't some cookie-cutter charter where you're just another number – we're talking about a private trip for up to four people, with all the personal attention you deserve. The boat's stocked with water and light snacks, plus live bait when it's running, along with a solid selection of jigs and topwater lures. Bring your own rods if you want, or use what's on board. Either way, you're going to have a blast working the backcountry spots that most people never see.
These inshore waters along Florida's Treasure Coast are something special. You'll be fishing the Indian River Lagoon system, mangrove shorelines, and grass flats that stretch for miles. The captain knows these waters like the back of his hand and will adjust the start time to fit your schedule, whether you're an early bird who wants to catch the dawn bite or prefer a more relaxed afternoon departure. The beauty of this fishery is its variety – one minute you're casting topwater plugs at rolling tarpon in three feet of water, the next you're working a jig through a deep creek mouth where snook stack up during moving tides. The scenery changes constantly as you move between different zones, from open flats where you can see bottom in crystal clear water to tight mangrove tunnels where every cast could produce a fish. This is sight fishing at its finest, combined with strategic structure fishing that keeps your line tight all day long.
Inshore fishing here is all about reading the water and matching your approach to the conditions. When the tide's moving and bait's getting pushed around, you'll be throwing live shrimp or small crabs near structure where predators are waiting to ambush. During calmer periods, topwater action can be absolutely explosive – there's nothing quite like watching a big fish blow up on a surface plug in shallow water. The captain keeps a variety of jigs rigged and ready, from quarter-ounce models for skinny water to heavier heads for deeper holes and channels. Soft plastics are essential here, especially paddle tails and shrimp imitations that mimic the abundant natural forage. When fish are finicky, downsizing to lighter tackle often does the trick. The grass flats require weedless presentations, so you'll be using a lot of Texas-rigged baits and spoons that can slide through vegetation without hanging up. Circle hooks are standard when using live bait, which helps with catch and release success. The key is staying versatile and being ready to switch techniques as conditions change throughout the day.
Sea Trout are the bread and butter of this fishery, and for good reason. These spotted beauties are active year-round but really turn on during cooler months when they school up in deeper grass beds and creek mouths. A good trout will pull drag and make some nice runs, especially on light tackle. They're suckers for live shrimp bounced along the bottom, but they'll also crush soft plastic paddle tails worked through the grass. Most fish run 14 to 20 inches, with occasional heavyweights pushing 24 inches or better. The best part about trout fishing here is the numbers – once you find a school, you can often catch fish on consecutive casts until something spooks them or they move on.
Florida Pompano are the crown jewel of inshore fishing, and these waters produce some beautiful fish. They're notorious for their strong runs and bulldogging fights that'll test your drag system. Pompano love sandy areas near inlets and bridges, especially where current creates feeding opportunities. They're primarily bottom feeders, going crazy for live sand fleas, shrimp, and small crabs. Jigs tipped with natural bait are deadly, particularly in the 1/8 to 1/4 ounce range bounced along sandy patches. Spring and fall are prime time, when water temperatures are perfect and bait is abundant. A slot-sized pompy is pure gold on the dinner table, with firm white meat that's hard to beat.
Snook fishing is what dreams are made of in this area. These ambush predators lurk around mangroves, docks, and bridge pilings, waiting to crush anything that looks like an easy meal. They're incredibly structure-oriented, so accurate casting is essential. Snook have serious attitude and will absolutely destroy topwater lures during low-light periods. The fight is spectacular – they'll jump, run, and try every trick in the book to throw your hook. Slot fish range from 28 to 33 inches, and a good snook in that range will give you a workout. Summer months bring the best action, especially around the full and new moon phases when they're most active. Live pilchards and pinfish are like candy to big snook, but they'll also eat well-presented artificials when the mood strikes.
This kind of personalized inshore fishing experience fills up fast, especially during peak seasons when the fishing is hot and the weather's perfect. With only four spots available per trip, you're guaranteed plenty of room to cast and personalized instruction from someone who really knows these waters. The flexibility to customize your start time means you can plan around tides, weather, or just your personal preference. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking to explore new water or someone relatively new to the sport wanting to learn proper techniques, this charter delivers the goods. The combination of productive fishing spots, quality equipment, and local knowledge creates the perfect recipe for a memorable day on the water. Don't wait until the last minute – the best dates go quickly, and you don't want to miss out on what could be the fishing trip of a lifetime.
Hit the flats and back country waters around Fort Pierce, Stuart, Jupiter, and West Palm Beach aboard this restored 2000 Pathfinder bay boat. At 18 feet with a reliable 115HP Mercury, she'll cruise at 30 knots to get you on the fish fast. The spacious layout comfortably handles up to four anglers, while the onboard fish finder helps locate your targets in shallow water. An icebox keeps your catch fresh and drinks cold during long days on the water. GPS navigation ensures you'll find those productive spots in the maze of mangroves and grass flats. Perfect for sight fishing redfish, snook, and tarpon in the skinny water where bigger boats can't go. The shallow draft design lets you slip into backcountry creeks and oyster bars that hold fish year-round.
Trachinotus CarolinusFlorida pompano are the golden ghosts of our surf and shallow flats, and they're absolute dynamite on light tackle. These compressed, silvery fish with bright yellow fins typically run 1-3 pounds, though we occasionally see 8-pounders that'll test your drag. They cruise sandy bottoms and grass flats hunting crustaceans and small fish, often traveling in schools. Summer and fall offer the best action when they're most active in warmer water. Guests go crazy for pompano because they fight way above their weight class - being part of the jack family, they pull hard and fast. Plus, they're considered premium table fare with rich, buttery meat that commands top dollar in restaurants. Key trick: use small hooks since their mouths are tiny, and bright yellow or orange jigs work magic, especially when bounced along the bottom near structure.
Salmo TruttaSea trout, also called speckled trout, are some of the most reliable fish you'll find in our grass flats and shallow waters. These spotted beauties typically run 14-24 inches and fight harder than their 1-5 pound size suggests. They love feeding on shrimp, small crabs, and baitfish around structure. Best fishing happens during cooler months when they school up, but night fishing in summer can be productive too. What makes guests love targeting them is the combination of great table fare - mild, flaky white meat that's perfect for dinner - plus they hit topwater plugs and jigs with aggression. My tip: work plastic shrimp slowly along grass edges at dawn or dusk. These fish have excellent eyesight, so lighter leaders and natural presentations make all the difference in getting consistent hookups.
Centropomus UndecimalisSnook are the ultimate backcountry predator and our most sought-after species around mangroves and creek mouths. These sleek fighters with that distinctive black lateral line typically range from 18-35 inches, with bigger females pushing 40+ inches in deeper holes. They're ambush feeders that love structure - docks, mangrove roots, and oyster bars in 2-15 feet of water. Prime time runs May through September during spawning season when their fins turn bright yellow. What hooks guests is their explosive strikes and bulldogging fights that'll test your tackle. They're also catch-and-release only during certain seasons, making each one special. Pro tip: work topwater plugs or live bait right against structure at dawn or dusk. Snook are line-shy, so use 20-30lb leader and make accurate casts - they rarely chase lures far from cover.
Jupiter, FL