5.0(3 Reviews)Half Day Or Full Day Jupiter Inshore Fishing
5.0(3 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Target redfish, snook, tarpon and more species inshoreAll fishing gear and licenses provided for groupsCatch cleaned and bagged at trip completion
Jupiter's inshore waters are some of the most productive fishing grounds on Florida's east coast, and Gettin Lucky Sportfishing knows exactly where to find the action. Whether you're looking to spend half a day or commit to a full day on the water, you'll be targeting some of the most sought-after species in South Florida – redfish, snook, tarpon, black drum, and aggressive crevalle jack. Captain Scott and his crew have been putting anglers on fish in these waters for years, and they'll clean and bag your keeper catches so you can take home more than just photos. With all gear and licenses included, you just need to bring your appetite for adventure and maybe some snacks for the boat.
Jupiter's inshore scene is all about variety and opportunity. You'll be fishing the flats, mangrove shorelines, and deeper channels where these gamefish love to hang out. The trip accommodates up to four anglers, making it perfect for families or small groups who want personalized attention from the crew. Captain Scott knows these waters like the back of his hand – from the shallow grass flats where redfish cruise to the shadow lines along the mangroves where snook ambush baitfish. The boat is equipped with everything you need, from quality rods and reels to a full selection of lures and live bait. Half-day trips give you a solid taste of Jupiter's fishing, while full-day adventures let you explore multiple spots and really dial in on what's biting best.
Inshore fishing in Jupiter calls for a mix of techniques depending on what you're targeting and where you find them. You'll be using medium to medium-heavy spinning gear most of the time – perfect for casting plugs along mangrove edges or working soft plastics over grass flats. Live bait fishing is huge here, especially with pilchards, pinfish, and shrimp. When the tarpon are rolling, you might switch to heavier tackle and live crabs or mullet. The crew will teach you how to read the water – looking for nervous baitfish, bird activity, and those telltale wakes that mean gamefish are feeding nearby. Artificial lures play a big role too, from topwater plugs at dawn and dusk to jigs bounced along the bottom for black drum. The key is staying versatile and letting the fish tell you what they want on any given day.
"Capt Scott put on the fish despite the weather and rain. Thanks for a memorable trip." - Sean
"Had a great time. Scott was really helpful. Would definitely charter his boat again." - Nels
Snook are the crown jewel of Jupiter inshore fishing, and these ambush predators know how to put up a fight. They love hanging in the shadows of mangrove overhangs, around docks, and near any structure where they can surprise their next meal. Best fishing is typically early morning and late afternoon when they're most active, though night fishing can be phenomenal too. Snook are notorious for their gill-rattling jumps and powerful runs toward cover – they'll test your drag and your nerves. Many of the snook you'll encounter are in the slot size range, making them great table fare when regulations allow. The thrill of sight-casting to a big snook laid up in shallow water is something every angler should experience.
Redfish, or red drum, are year-round residents that offer some of the most consistent action in Jupiter's inshore waters. These copper-colored bruisers cruise the grass flats and oyster bars, often with their backs out of the water as they root around for crabs and shrimp. Reds are perfect for anglers who want steady action – they're not as finicky as snook and will eat both live and artificial baits with enthusiasm. The fight is pure power, with long runs and head-shaking battles that'll put a serious bend in your rod. Bulls over 27 inches are catch-and-release only, but the slot-sized fish make excellent eating and are a customer favorite for their fighting ability and reliability.
Tarpon fishing in Jupiter is legendary, especially during their seasonal migrations when silver giants roll through the area in massive schools. These prehistoric gamefish can range from juvenile "baby" tarpon around 20-40 pounds all the way up to 100+ pound adults that'll take you into your backing before you can blink. What makes tarpon special isn't just their size – it's their aerial displays. These fish will jump repeatedly, often throwing hooks in spectacular fashion. Even when you don't boat one, the experience of having a tarpon on the line is pure adrenaline. Peak season typically runs from April through July, though resident fish can be found year-round in the right conditions.
Black drum are the bulldogs of the inshore flats, using their powerful bodies and keen sense of smell to root out crabs and shellfish from the bottom. While they might not be the flashiest fish in Jupiter's lineup, drum are incredibly strong fighters that will surprise you with their stamina. They're often found around oyster bars, bridge pilings, and deeper holes where they can forage undisturbed. The larger specimens, known as "big uglies" by local anglers, can weigh 30+ pounds and provide arm-burning battles on medium tackle. Drum fishing is often best during cooler months when these fish are most active, and they're excellent table fare in the smaller sizes.
Crevalle jack might be the scrappiest pound-for-pound fighters you'll encounter on Jupiter's inshore waters. These aggressive predators travel in schools and attack baits with reckless abandon, often creating surface explosions that'll get your heart racing. Jacks are opportunistic feeders that will smash topwater plugs, chase down live bait, and even hit lures meant for other species. While they're typically catch-an
Your fishing platform for Jupiter's inshore waters is a custom Jupiter 31 FS, built for the serious angler who wants comfort and performance. This 31-footer handles choppy conditions with ease while giving you plenty of room to work your lines. The boat comes equipped with a fish finder to locate those schooling redfish and snook, plus GPS navigation to hit the prime fishing spots around Jupiter's flats and backwaters. A multimedia system keeps everyone entertained during longer runs, and there's an onboard toilet for those full-day adventures. The Jupiter's reputation for smooth rides and fishability makes it perfect for casting to structure or drifting the grass flats. With space for up to 4 anglers, you'll have room to spread out whether you're sight-fishing the shallows or working the deeper channels for tarpon and jacks.
Pogonias CromisBlack drum are the heavyweights of the flats, typically running 5-15 pounds around Jupiter, though we see plenty pushing 30-plus. These dark, powerful fish cruise oyster bars, grass flats, and creek mouths in 2-8 feet of water, using their strong jaws to crush crabs and shellfish. Spring brings the best fishing when they school up for spawning - that's when you'll hear them "drumming" underwater, making sounds you can actually feel through the boat hull. Guests love the steady, bulldogging fight they put up, plus the smaller ones make great table fare with firm, white meat. The bigger fish are better released since the meat gets tougher with age. My go-to trick is using fresh blue crab on a Carolina rig - let it sit on bottom near oyster beds and wait for that steady pull that means a drum found your bait.
Caranx HipposJack Crevalle are the bulldogs of the flats - thick, muscular fish that'll give you an arm-burning fight on every hookup. Most run 3-8 pounds around Jupiter, but we catch plenty in the teens that'll really test your tackle. These aggressive hunters roam grass flats, channel edges, and structure in 5-20 feet of water, often feeding in schools that create quite a commotion. They're active year-round but really turn on during warmer months when baitfish are thick. What guests love about jacks is their raw power - they don't jump much but pull like freight trains and never give up. They're catch-and-release fish since the meat's pretty strong, but the fight alone makes them worth targeting. Watch for diving birds - that's your best sign of feeding jacks pushing bait to the surface. Cast silver spoons or fast-moving lures right into the chaos and hold on tight.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish, or red drum, are the bread and butter of Florida flats fishing. These copper-colored fish with distinctive black spots near their tails typically run 18-27 inches in our waters, perfect for the slot limit. You'll find them tailing in 1-3 feet of water over grass flats, oyster bars, and sandy potholes, especially during moving tides. They feed year-round here, but fall and winter offer some of the most consistent action when they school up. What makes reds so popular is their willingness to eat just about anything - topwater plugs, soft plastics, live shrimp - and they fight hard with strong runs and head-shaking. Plus they're excellent on the table with sweet, flaky meat. The trick is staying quiet and making long casts to avoid spooking them in shallow water. Look for wakes, tails, or that telltale copper flash in the shallows.
Centropomus UndecimalisSnook are Florida's premier inshore gamefish - sleek, silver fish with that distinctive black lateral line running down their sides. Most run 18-28 inches here in Jupiter, though you might hook into a 3-footer if you're lucky. They love hanging around docks, mangrove shorelines, and bridge pilings in 2-10 feet of water, especially where there's good current flow. Spring through fall gives you the best action, particularly around the new and full moons when they're most active. What makes snook special is their explosive strike and acrobatic fight - they'll jump and make powerful runs that'll test your drag. The meat is excellent eating too, with white flaky fillets. Pro tip: cast your live shrimp or pinfish right up against the structure where they hide - snook are ambush predators and won't chase bait very far from cover.
Megalops AtlanticusTarpon are the silver kings of inshore fishing - massive, chrome-sided fish that can reach 100-200 pounds and jump 6 feet out of the water when hooked. Around Jupiter, we target them in 5-15 feet of water along bridges, channels, and deeper holes from April through October when they migrate through our waters. These fish are pure adrenaline - their aerial displays and powerful runs will wear you out in the best way possible. We practice catch and release since they're not great eating, but landing one is a bucket-list experience that'll have you shaking with excitement. The key here is patience and proper technique - when a tarpon jumps, you bow to the king by dropping your rod tip toward the fish. This keeps tension off the line and prevents them from throwing the hook. Live mullet or crabs work best, but watch for rolling fish first.
5.0 out of 5.0We had an incredible time with Scott! He put us right on the fish and helped us out with everything along the way. Couldn’t have...
Capt Scott put on the fish despite the weather and rain. Thanks for a memorable trip.
Had a great time. Scott was really helpful. Would definitely charter his boat again.
Jupiter, FL