Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Fishing Info

About MARSHRATS Inshore Charters

Where does MARSHRATS Inshore Charters fish?

We fish the Jacksonville area, including Blount Island Channel, Cedar Creek, Racy Point, Willis Point, Pier 68 Marina, Russells Point, Ninemile Creek, Pablo Creek, Pottsburg Creek, White Shells Cut Range, Trout River Cut, Fish Creek, Terminal Channel, McCullough Creek, Ortega River, River City Marina, Mulberry Cove, Trout River Cut Range, Ocklawaha River, Sandfly Point, Mason Branch, McCoy Creek, Mayport Cut Range, Buckhorn Creek, Little Florence Cove, Gulley Branch, Plummers Cove, Williamson Creek, Oldfield Creek, Little Clapboard Creek, Old Bull Bay, Ortega Yacht Club Marina, Cow Creek, Polander Branch, Warner Cove, Palmo Cove, Moccasin Branch, Quarantine Island Upper Range, Wards Creek, Solano Cove, Little Cedar Creek, Long Branch, Nichols Creek, Mandarin Point, Winter Point, Warner Point, Shipyard Creek, Dunn Creek, San Carlos Creek, North Fork Black Creek, Whetstone Point, Ragged Point, Rice Creek, Pacettis Marina, Peters Branch, Black Creek, Pirates Cove, Peters Creek, Rudder Club of Jacksonville Marina, Trout River, Sadler Point Marina, Miller Creek, Cabbage Creek, Terrapin Creek, Puerto Rico Cove, Cedar Point, Deer Creek, South Fork Black Creek, Mile Point Lower Range and Turn, Saint Johns River, Murphy Creek, Hogpen Creek, Training Wall Reach, Mandarin Holiday Marina, Deep Creek, Ribault River, Red Bay Creek, Orange Point, Jones Creek, Verdiere Point, Moncrief Creek, Reddie Point, Polly Creek, Mile Point, Little Pottsburg Creek, New Rose Creek, Mud Alley, Short Cut Reach, Silversmith Creek, Sherman Cut Range, Metropolitan Park Marina, Seafarers Marina, Sadler Point, Plummers Point, Bear Creek, Open Creek, Piney Point, Sulphur Spring Cove.

What are the target fish?

Target fish include Largemouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Flounder, Jack Crevalle,Redfish,Spotted Seatrout

Where in Jacksonville to we meet our guests?

We meet at 8203 Heckscher Dr ( 8203 Heckscher Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32226, USA )

Do I need a STATE Fishing license?

Yes, a Fishing license is required

Where do I get a STATE Fishing license?

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - Fishing

Florida residents and visitors 16 years of age and older are required to possess a Florida freshwater fishing or saltwater fishing license when engaged in active or passive fishing activities. However, you do not need a saltwater fishing license if saltwater fishing from a for-hire vessel (guide, charter, party boat) that has a valid charter license or from a vessel whose operator has a valid recreational saltwater vessel license issued in the name of the operator of the vessel. If you are looking for online access for a license, please check Go Outdoors Florida here: https://license.gooutdoorsflorida.com/Licensing/CustomerLookup.aspx

How much should I Tip?

It is customary to tip 20% of the trip total. We work tirelessly to make sure you have a guest experience!

Do I need to bring my own gear?

No, we provide standard gear such as rods and reels so you don’t need to worry about anything. But please feel free to bring you own gear if you prefer.

For further questions, please visit our Contact Us page.