Full-Day Palm Coast Inshore Fishing Adventure
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Sevenhour guided inshore fishing charter targeting coastal speciesExplore Intracoastal Waterway, tidal creeks, flats, and beachesWildlife viewing includes dolphins, eagles, and ospreys
Hurricane Fishing Charters knows Palm Coast's inshore waters like the back of their hand, and this 7-hour guided trip proves it. You'll fish the prime spots along Florida's northeast coast – from the protected Intracoastal Waterway to shallow grass flats where redfish cruise and tidal creeks where snook ambush bait. This isn't just about dropping a line; it's about reading the water, understanding tidal movements, and putting you on fish that call these waters home. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking to dial in your inshore game or someone who wants to experience what top-rated Florida fishing is all about, this charter delivers the goods.
Your day starts early when the fish are most active and the water tells its story best. Hurricane Fishing Charters runs a customer favorite route that covers serious ground – you'll work everything from oyster bars and mangrove shorelines to open flats where the bottom comes alive with feeding fish. The beauty of this 7-hour trip is the flexibility. Feel like mixing things up? Your guide can pull into secluded islands where you can stretch your legs and hunt for shells, or cruise past areas where eagles and ospreys work the shallows. Dolphins often tag along, especially near the shrimp boats where bait concentrates and the action heats up. The boat handles three anglers comfortably, so you're not fighting for space or dealing with crowded conditions that can kill the vibe on lesser charters.
Inshore fishing here is all about adapting to conditions and fish behavior. Your guide brings the right gear for the job – medium-action spinning rods paired with reels that can handle powerful runs when a big redfish or tarpon decides to test your drag. Live bait is king in these waters, with shrimp, pilchards, and mullet being go-to choices depending on what's around. Artificial lures have their place too, especially topwater plugs during dawn and dusk when snook get aggressive in the shallows. You'll learn to work soft plastics around structure, bounce jigs off oyster bars without hanging up, and present baits naturally in moving water. The Intracoastal's depth changes and current breaks create perfect ambush points, and your guide knows exactly where fish set up to feed. Tidal timing matters huge here – the best fishing often happens during moving water when baitfish get pushed through cuts and channels.
Snook are the crown jewel of Palm Coast inshore fishing, and these ambush predators know how to use structure to their advantage. They love hanging around docks, mangrove overhangs, and bridge pilings where they can dart out to crush unsuspecting bait. Fall through spring offers the best snook action when cooler water temperatures keep them active in the shallows. These fish fight dirty – expect powerful runs toward cover and gill-rattling jumps that'll test your nerves. Slot-sized snook between 28-33 inches provide world-class sport, and the bigger fish here can push 15-20 pounds.
Black drum cruise these flats year-round, but spring brings the real monsters when they move shallow to spawn. These bottom feeders use their pharyngeal teeth to crush crabs and oysters, creating that distinctive drumming sound that gives them their name. Big drum can exceed 30 inches and pull like freight trains when hooked. They're not flashy fighters, but they'll test your tackle with sustained, bulldogging runs that make your arms burn. Fresh shrimp or cut bait fished near oyster beds produces consistent results.
Tarpon show up when the water warms, typically from late spring through fall, turning routine fishing trips into legendary battles. Even juvenile tarpon in the 20-40 pound range will give you a workout with their aerial acrobatics and never-quit attitude. The Intracoastal's deeper channels and creek mouths hold these silver kings, especially during moving tides when bait gets concentrated. Live mullet or large shrimp work best, but be ready – when a tarpon eats, everything changes fast.
Redfish are the bread and butter of Palm Coast inshore fishing, cruising grass flats and oyster bars in schools that can number in the hundreds during fall. These copper-colored bruisers use their superior sense of smell to locate crabs and shrimp, often feeding with their tails up in water so shallow you can see their backs. Reds between 18-27 inches are keepers, but the real fun comes from oversized bulls that can stretch 35+ inches. They fight with raw power, making long runs and using their broad sides to pull hard in shallow water.
Crevalle jack might not win beauty contests, but they make up for looks with pure aggression and fighting ability. These gold-sided bulldogs travel in schools and attack bait with reckless abandon, creating surface explosions that get your heart pumping. Jack crevalle hit hard and fight harder, using their muscular bodies to pull steady pressure that can wear you down. They're year-round residents that provide consistent action when other species get finicky, especially around bait schools near the shrimp boats.
This renowned 7-hour charter gives you the time needed to really work Palm Coast's best inshore spots without feeling rushed. Hurricane Fishing Charters has built their reputation on putting clients on fish while showing them why this stretch of Florida's coast produces such consistent action. The combination of diverse habitat, healthy fish populations, and expert local knowledge creates the kind of fishing memories that keep anglers coming back season after season. Whether you're targeting a specific species or just want to experience what world-class inshore fishing looks like, this trip delivers the complete package. Book now and get ready to see why Palm Coast's inshore waters are trending among serious anglers who demand the
Step aboard our sleek 2023 Key West 23-footer and get ready to chase coastal species through Palm Coast's prime fishing waters. This center console bay boat cuts through the Intracoastal with authority, thanks to its 200HP Suzuki that cruises at 50 knots—perfect for covering serious ground during your 7-hour adventure. Built for serious anglers, she's equipped with everything you need: an advanced fish finder to mark your targets, wireless trolling motor for stealthy approaches in shallow flats, plus GPS and radar to keep you on the fish even when conditions get sketchy. The spacious deck comfortably handles up to 3 anglers with room to work, while the icebox keeps your catch fresh and drinks cold under the Florida sun. Whether you're working the tidal creeks for redfish, cruising the flats for trout, or running to the beaches when the bite is hot, this modern fishing machine delivers the speed and reliability to make the most of every cast.
Pogonias CromisBlack drum are the heavyweights of our inshore waters, with most fish running 5-15 pounds, though we occasionally hook into 30-40 pounders that'll really test your arms. These bottom-dwelling bruisers love oyster beds, muddy flats, and creek mouths where they use their powerful jaws to crush shellfish and crabs. Spring spawning season from March through May is prime time when they school up in shallow water. You'll hear them "drumming" underwater - that's how they got their name. What guests love about drum fishing is the steady, bulldogging fight and the challenge of outsmarting these smart fish. Smaller ones make excellent table fare with firm, white meat. My go-to trick is using fresh blue crab on a Carolina rig - pin it through the back corner of the shell and let it sit on bottom near oyster structure.
Caranx HipposCrevalle jacks are pure adrenaline on a fishing rod. These aggressive fighters typically weigh 3-8 pounds but fight like fish twice their size with non-stop runs and powerful head shakes. Look for them busting baitfish on the surface near shrimp boats, channel edges, and around any structure in 10-40 feet of water. They're active year-round but really turn on during warmer months when bait concentrates. What guests love about jacks is the visual fishing - watching birds work over feeding schools makes for exciting action. While they're not great eating due to their dark, strong meat, they're fantastic sport fish that test your tackle. Watch for diving birds to locate feeding schools, then cast silver spoons or topwater plugs just outside the school and retrieve fast - jacks love the chase and rarely refuse a moving bait.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the bread and butter of our inshore fishing, and for good reason. These copper-colored beauties with their signature black spots typically run 20-30 inches and put up a scrappy fight in shallow water. They love cruising oyster bars, grass flats, and creek edges in 1-4 feet of water - sometimes so shallow their backs stick out. Year-round fishing is solid, but fall and spring offer the most consistent action when they school up. What makes reds special is their willingness to eat just about anything and their powerful runs in skinny water. Plus, they're fantastic on the table with sweet, flaky meat. You can sight-fish them on the flats or blind-cast around structure. My favorite trick is using a gold spoon or soft plastic shrimp and working it slowly along the bottom near oyster beds - reds can't resist that flash and wobble.
Centropomus UndecimalisSnook are fantastic ambush predators that love hanging around mangroves, docks, and creek mouths throughout our Intracoastal waters. These sleek fish with their distinctive black lateral line typically run 18-28 inches, though we see plenty of "slot" fish in that sweet 28-33 inch range. They're incredibly structure-oriented, so you'll find them tucked under overhangs and around oyster bars where they can surprise baitfish. Spring through fall gives us the best action, especially during moving tides. What makes snook special is their explosive strike and acrobatic fight - they'll jump and make powerful runs that test your drag. The meat is white, flaky, and delicious when prepared right. Pro tip: cast your bait upcurrent and let it drift naturally past structure rather than working it aggressively - snook prefer an easy meal.
Megalops AtlanticusTarpon are the silver kings that every angler dreams about. These prehistoric giants average 80-150 pounds in our waters and can reach 6-7 feet long. You'll spot them rolling on the surface in channels, around bridges, and near beaches during their spring and summer migrations. May through August is peak season when they move through in good numbers. What makes tarpon fishing special isn't the eating - we release them all - but the heart-stopping jumps and brutal fights that can last an hour. They're like hooking into a silver torpedo that goes airborne. We find them in everything from 3 feet of water on the flats to 30 feet in the channels. The key is presenting live bait like mullet or pinfish naturally - no weight when possible. Once hooked, keep steady pressure and try to turn their head when they jump to prevent them from throwing the hook.
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