St. Augustine Fishing

St. Augustine fishing; talk about fun and excitement, this is it! Before we get started let me introduce you to Matt Wrann, our good friend and local fishing expert.

Matt has been fishing the waters around St. Augustine all his life. He is going to share with you his favorite fishing holes, bait and tackle, and most anything else you'll need to know about fishing in St. Augustine.

Our family friend and local fishing expert,
Matt Wrann.

Say "hi" to Matt, everyone!

Matt specializes in in light tackle, inshore/river or back country fishing. His prize catch was an ugly, one-eyed 14# flounder caught in the Moses Creek area. Dinner was good that night!

The most fun, was reeling in a 150# Tarpon on 20# test in the Matanzas Inlet. He won the fight after an hour and a half long chase. Wow!

Matt has landed trout, flounder, red fish, black drum, mangrove snapper, and sheepshead. There is quite an array of fish just waiting for you in the waters around St. Augustine. So rig up your rod and reel and come get in the action.

St Augustine Fishing; what you need to know.

• Florida Fishing Regulations - take a few minutes and familiarize yourself with our Florida fishing regulations before you head out to fish. It will be well worth the time invested. Our FWC officers take their jobs very seriously.
• Florida Fishing License - it is also very important to obtain a Florida Fishing License. More than likely, for the St. Augustine area, you will need a saltwater license.
• St. Augustine Tides - The position of the tides can make a big difference in whether or not you catch "the big one". Be sure to check the tides here before you make your fishing plans.

Ok, now you have your license, studied the fishing regulations and know when the tides will be just right; next up...

• Bait and Tackle - once again, here's Matt to share his favorite's with you.

Would you rather have an experienced captain take you out for a great day of fishing? That's possible, too.

• St Augustine Fishing Charters - There are several charter fishing boats in the area with experienced captain's. They will take you out, provide everything you need, take you to the hot fishing spots and even clean and package your catch. You will not need a fishing license if you are fishing from a for-hire charter boat.

Florida Fish in the Area

What types of fish can you expect to catch when you fish in Florida? Here is a list of the top 5 targeted species of fish in this area along with the Florida record catch.

• Redfish (Red Drum) - 52 lbs. 5 oz., Cocoa, 2-24-96, George E. Hogan, Jr.
• Spotted Sea Trout - 17 lbs. 7 oz., Ft. Pierce, 5-11-95, Craig F. Carson
• Flounder - 20 lbs. 9 oz., Nassau County, 12-23-83, Larenza W. Mungin
• Tarpon - 243 lbs. Key West, 2-17-75, Gus Bell
• Sheepshead - 15 lbs. 2 oz., Homosassa, 1-29-81, Eugene Lechler
• Black Drum - 96 lbs. Fernandina Beach, 4-12-01, James E. Cartwright

Do you love St. Augustine fishing?

Do you have a fantastic fish story you would like to share or maybe a picture of you with your "big one"? This is the place. Just click right here, fill out the short form, upload your picture and your story and photo will be live on the web for all to see. Ok, guys and gals, who has caught the biggest and best in these waters, it's time for show and tell. St. Augustine fishing - it's the best!

Do you have a question about fishing in our local waters? Matt is happy to answer your questions. Simply fill out the form below and he'll get back with you in a day or so.

Good luck, we hope you have a great time fishing St. Augustine.