8 Hour Offshore Fishing with Jettie Rocks
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
Full day offshore targeting Red Snapper, Amberjack, and KingfishProfessional bottom fishing and trolling methods on distant reefsAll equipment, licenses, bait, and fish cleaning services included
Looking for a serious day of offshore fishing? Our 8-hour charter gives you maximum time on the water to hit those distant reefs and wrecks where the big fish live. We're talking about a proper full-day trip here - none of that quick inshore stuff. Captain and crew from Jettie Rocks Fishing Charters know these Atlantic waters like the back of their hands, and they'll put you on fish when conditions are right. The 2023 C-Hawk is a solid platform that handles the offshore swells beautifully, giving you and up to three buddies plenty of room to work. We cover everything - rods, reels, tackle, bait, licenses, the works. You just show up ready to fish.
We kick off at 7am sharp from 81 Dunlawton Ave, so coffee up and be ready to roll. Eight hours gives us the range to hit spots that shorter trips can't reach - those productive wrecks and reef systems 15-20 miles out where the water gets that deep blue color and the fish get serious. Weather plays a big part in where we go, but that's offshore fishing for you. Could be working structure in 80 feet, could be trolling the edge in 200+ feet depending on what Mother Nature gives us. The C-Hawk cuts through moderate seas like butter, and her wide beam keeps things stable when you're fighting fish. Bring your own food and drinks because eight hours is a long day, and you'll work up an appetite pulling on these Atlantic fish. We handle the ice and cleaning, so your catch goes home ready for the dinner table.
We run two main techniques depending on conditions and what's biting. Bottom fishing over structure is where we target the snappers, amberjack, and grouper when they're holding tight to wrecks and reefs. We're talking heavy tackle here - enough backbone to turn a big AJ before he cuts you off in the steel. Circle hooks, heavy sinkers, and fresh bait get dropped right into the strike zone. Trolling covers water when we're hunting kings, cobia, and whatever else is cruising the blue water. We pull a spread of baits at different depths - some on the surface, some down deep where the big fish cruise. The captain reads the water, watches the electronics, and puts the baits where they need to be. You'll work with quality Penn and Shimano gear that can handle whatever we hook up with out there.
Red Snapper are the prize fish when they're in season - these guys hit hard and fight dirty, using every bit of structure to try and break you off. They're typically 15-25 pounds around here, with the occasional doormat pushing 30+. Best action happens during their designated season, usually summer months, and they love live bait dropped right on their heads. Grey Snapper, or mangrove snapper as some folks call them, are year-round residents that test your finesse. They're spooky and smart, requiring lighter leaders and perfect bait presentation. King Mackerel are the speed demons of our offshore trips - these fish make blistering runs that'll test your drag system and your arms. Spring and fall migrations bring the best action, with fish ranging from schoolie size up to smokers pushing 40+ pounds. Cobia are the wild cards that show up when you least expect them, often following rays or just cruising the surface looking for an easy meal. Lane Snapper round out the box, and while they're smaller, they're excellent eating and always willing to bite when the bigger fish get finicky.
This isn't your typical half-day tourist trip - it's designed for anglers who want to maximize their time offshore and bring home serious fish. Eight hours gives us options that shorter trips just can't match, and the 4-person limit keeps things comfortable without crowding the deck. The C-Hawk is tournament-ready, the crew knows these waters inside and out, and we include everything you need to have a successful day. Weather will always be the deciding factor on where we fish, but that's part of the offshore game. Book early because serious fishing trips like this fill up fast, especially during prime seasons. Whether you're after that trophy red snapper, a screaming king mackerel, or just want to load the cooler with quality eating fish, this full-day charter gives you the best shot at making it happen.
Get ready to hit the deep water aboard our brand new 2023 23' C-Hawk! This fishing machine is powered by a reliable 150hp Suzuki that'll get you out to those productive offshore reefs and wrecks where the big fish hang out. Built with serious anglers in mind, this boat handles the Atlantic swells like a champ while you're working the bottom for red snapper, amberjack, and kings. The stable platform gives you plenty of room to fight fish and move around comfortably during those long 8-hour days on the water. We've got all the latest GPS tech to put you right on the fish, plus all the tackle and gear you need for both bottom fishing and trolling. Perfect for up to 4 anglers who want to load the cooler with quality table fare from Port Orange's best offshore grounds.
Rachycentron CanadumCobia are the brown sharks that aren't sharks - they're actually one of our most prized catches. These chocolate-colored bruisers average 20-40 pounds and can top 60, making them serious arm burners. We spot them cruising shallow structure like wrecks and buoys in 30-80 feet, often riding just under the surface. Spring migration from March through May is peak season, though they stick around through summer. What sets cobia apart is their curious nature - they'll actually come check out the boat, giving you sight-fishing opportunities you won't forget. The meat rivals any fish in these waters, with a firm texture that's fantastic grilled or blackened. They're loners, so when you see one, get a bait in the water fast. My go-to trick: use a bucktail jig and bounce it near any floating debris - cobia can't resist.
Lutjanus GriseusGrey snapper, also called mangrove snapper, are some of the smartest fish we target on our reefs and wrecks. These copper-colored fighters typically run 1-4 pounds, but we occasionally hook monsters pushing 15-20 pounds in deeper water. They love structure - shipwrecks, ledges, and rocky bottom in 40-100 feet. Spring through fall gives us the best action when water temps climb above 70°F. What makes them special? They're incredibly wary and will test your patience, but the payoff is sweet - firm white meat that's hard to beat on the dinner table. They're nocturnal feeders, so dawn and dusk bites are prime time. Pro tip: once your bait hits bottom, lift it just a foot off the structure. Grey snapper are ambush predators and that natural presentation triggers more strikes than anything fancy.
Scomberomorus CavallaKing mackerel are pure speed demons and one of the most popular targets on our offshore trips. These silver bullets average 15-30 pounds but can easily hit 50+ when conditions are right. We find them cruising blue water from 40-150 feet, especially around temperature breaks and current lines. Spring through early fall is prime time, with the best action during warmer months when baitfish are thick. Kings are built for one thing - burning drag and making long runs that'll test your arms and your tackle. The meat is rich and flaky, perfect for the grill. They're notorious for their razor-sharp teeth, so we always rig with wire leaders. Here's the key: when trolling, keep your speed between 6-8 knots and watch for diving birds - that's where the bait is, and kings won't be far behind.
Lutjanus SynagrisLane snapper are the perfect "bonus fish" that often steal the show on our deep water trips. These colorful little fighters average 12-16 inches and rarely top 3 pounds, but they make up for size with pure aggression and excellent eating quality. We find them mixed in around the same reefs and wrecks as their bigger red snapper cousins, usually in 60-150 feet over hard bottom. They're active year-round but really turn on during spring and summer months. What guests love about lanes is they're not shy - when you find a school, you can fill the cooler fast. The meat is sweet and firm, perfect for whole fish preparations. They're opportunistic feeders that hit just about anything - squid, shrimp, or cut bait all work great. Best tip: use smaller hooks than you'd think. A #2 or #4 circle hook lets these smaller mouths get hooked properly without gut-hooking the fish.
Lutjanus CampechanusRed snapper are the crown jewel of bottom fishing and exactly why we make those long runs to distant reefs and wrecks. These crimson beauties typically run 3-8 pounds, though 15+ pounders make regular appearances around deep structure in 80-200 feet. Summer season brings the best action when regulations allow, particularly around rocky ledges and artificial reefs where they school up. What makes reds special? They fight like bulldogs on steroids, diving straight for cover the moment they feel steel. The table fare is legendary - sweet, flaky white meat that's worth every bit of effort. They're structure huggers, so expect to lose some tackle to the bottom. The trick is getting your bait down fast with enough weight - 6-8 ounces minimum in current. Fresh squid or cut bait works, but live pinfish will draw the biggest fish up from the depths.
Port Orange, FL