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The 15 Best Fishing Trips in the United States

115 trips  ·  from $33 a head

Three coasts, the Gulf, the Keys and Alaska. The 15 below sort drift boats, flats skiffs, deep-sea charters and salmon days by what they cost and how far offshore they go, with a note on where the licence is covered by the boat.

Bering Sea Crab Fisherman's Tour from Ketchikan - From Berth 3509 to Annette Bay
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Bering Sea Crab Fisherman’s Tour from Ketchikan

1.Bering Sea Crab Fisherman’s Tour from Ketchikan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 747 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $249Our pick

Board the 107-foot Aleutian Ballad in downtown Ketchikan for a three-hour cruise through protected Inside Passage waters. Captains David and Ron, Big D, and the crew explain commercial fishing, haul king crab pots, and let you see sea life up close. Hot drinks and rain gear are provided.

“We had an awesome experience on a rainfree day in Ketchikan. Very smoothe boat and the two gentlemen were excellent speakers with great stories. You are in for a splendid surprise on this one!”

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Drift Fishing Trip off the Coast of Fort Lauderdale - Reaching the reef from Fort Lauderdale
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Drift Fishing Trip off the Coast of Fort Lauderdale

2.Drift Fishing Trip off the Coast of Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 644 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $85

Spend about four hours bottom fishing on a reef roughly a mile off Fort Lauderdale. The crew supplies rods, bait, tackle, licenses, ice, and fish cleaning. Morning, afternoon, and evening departures fit most schedules, while mates such as Christina, Josh, Will, and John help beginners get lines in the water.

“Good experience overall. My son and I didn't catch any fish, but it's not the fault of the crew. A few other people caught fish. Boat left and got back on time.”

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Half-Day Fishing Trip in Fort Lauderdale - The boat ride and the Atlantic conditions
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Half-Day Fishing Trip in Fort Lauderdale

3.Half-Day Fishing Trip in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 607 reviews · from $73

Set out from 5400 N Ocean Dr for a four-hour Fort Lauderdale fishing trip with rods, bait, tackle, licenses, ice, and crew included. Captain and mate help beginners target snapper, grouper, trigger fish, grunts, and amberjack. Choose a morning or afternoon departure, then return to the same dock.

“The seas were rough but the captain was an obvious expert in navigating them. A lot of fish were caught and the staff were courteous and friendly.”

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Fairbanks Ice Fishing Expedition in a Heated Cabin with Fish Cookout - Inside the heated cabin at about 75 degrees
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Fairbanks Ice Fishing Expedition in a Heated Cabin with Fish Cookout

4.Fairbanks Ice Fishing Expedition in a Heated Cabin with Fish Cookout

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 461 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $169

Meet Rod’s Alaskan Guide Service near North Pole, then fish from a heated cabin on Chena Lake. Guides such as Noah, Trevor, Mike, Cody, and Riley set the lines, teach beginners, cook your catch, and serve reindeer sausage. The four-hour trip suits families, couples, and first-timers.

“Was a great experience! Noah was friendly and knowledgeable, knew a lot about the fish and how best to catch / cook them… would recommend!”

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Key West Half-Day Fishing Charter - Why the catamaran matters on open water
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Key West Half-Day Fishing Charter

5.Key West Half-Day Fishing Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 408 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95

Fish Key West’s reef aboard the 64-foot FishMonster Max catamaran. The crew helps beginners and seasoned anglers, while Chase and Donte are among the friendly deckhands praised for their humor and care. The $95 trip includes gear, bait, licenses, and catch filleting.

“FANTASTIC! Best vacation trip ever! Charter & crew were awesome! Donte rocks!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re coming back with the kids & grandson!”

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Private Fishing Charter in Ketchikan - How the five-hour fishing plan works
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Private Fishing Charter in Ketchikan

6.Private Fishing Charter in Ketchikan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 367 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $900

Spend about five hours on a private Ketchikan boat with guides such as Joey or Alex, targeting salmon and halibut in protected waters. Gear, snacks, water, and soda are included. You meet near your cruise ship, but fishing licenses, king stamps, and gratuity cost extra.

“We felt good about our trip because Captain Mike had 5 Stars, but when we got to the dock it wasn’t Captain Mike it was someone else. Our Captain that day was very kind with great manners but he did not know where the fish was located that day. We did try three different places he thought maybe they were located. For the money we paid this wasn’t good. I’m thinking, maybe Captain Mike didn’t care enough about us catching to share this information with the captain who took us out that day. Just not sure to be honest. But for sure, their excuse of TIDE issues just wasn’t the…”

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Half-Day Deep-Sea Fishing at Riviera Beach - John D. MacArthur Beach State Park and the trip out
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Half-Day Deep-Sea Fishing at Riviera Beach

7.Half-Day Deep-Sea Fishing at Riviera Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 366 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $80

Spend about four hours fishing the Atlantic from Riviera Beach with Blue Heron Fishing. Your $80.25 booking includes a rod, reel, bait, tackle, and fishing license. The crew helps with knots, bait, and tangled lines, then cleans and fillets your catch. Morning trips may be the safer choice.

“Not enough people showed up so the trip was cancelled, can’t say much more than that. But I am still waiting on my refund.”

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4-Hour Day or Night-Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale - What the four-hour fishing session feels like
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4-Hour Day or Night-Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

8.4-Hour Day or Night-Time Reef Bottom Fishing Charter in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 365 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Fish Fort Lauderdale reefs, wrecks, and changing depths aboard an air-conditioned boat with a licensed captain and helpful mates. Bait, tackle, licenses, coolers, ice, and fish cleaning are included. Choose a morning, afternoon, or night departure, and expect snapper, grouper, porgies, jacks, and other reef fish.

“Although I got seasick and couldn't fish the last hour everything else was fantastic! The staff was amazing with helping with the bait and teaching how to fish, which you will get don't so quickly as it is very easy and kid friendly too! I caught at least 3 fishes in a row ! Definitely nice to do just watch for the weather as I went during the windy times so it was rough out there!”

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Ketchikan salmon and halibut fishing charter - What you’ll actually do on the water
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Ketchikan salmon and halibut fishing charter

9.Ketchikan salmon and halibut fishing charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 363 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $700

Meet your Alaska King Charter captain at the Ketchikan cruise dock, then fish for salmon and halibut from a private boat for four to six hours. Gear, bait, drinks, and dock pickup are included. Your captain may also point out eagles, whales, and other wildlife.

“We had a great time fishing with Reggie! It was late in the season, so we were warned well in advance of our trip we might not catch much of anything. We decided to go out anyway, and we are glad we did! We hooked a few halibut, dog sharks, and rockfish in 4 hours. Reggie was a great guide for our trip and helped us learn about the area he calls home. We definitely recommend this experience!”

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Shared Sportfishing Trip from Fort Lauderdale - Leaving Las Olas for the Atlantic
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Shared Sportfishing Trip from Fort Lauderdale

10.Shared Sportfishing Trip from Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 340 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $214

Join a shared deep-sea fishing trip from Fort Lauderdale’s Las Olas area for about four hours. A crew of up to six provides rods, bait, tackle, licenses, ice, and fish cleaning. You may target sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna, wahoo, sharks, amberjack, and snapper.

“Awesome experience!! Its was a Monday so perfect.. We caught even a giant Sailfish! First Time i went to Sea to Fish. Doesn't get any better!!”

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Key West 6-Hour Party Boat Fishing Trip – Affordable Reef Fishing - What happens once the boat leaves Key West
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Key West 6-Hour Party Boat Fishing Trip – Affordable Reef Fishing

11.Key West 6-Hour Party Boat Fishing Trip – Affordable Reef Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 325 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $85

Set out from Key West’s Historic Charter Boat Row at 10 a.m. for about six hours of reef fishing. Gulfstream Fishing supplies bait, a license, crew help, and an onboard restroom. Captains Joe and Rick, plus mates such as Ethan and Ryan, help beginners handle rods and land fish.

“The Captain and crew are great. I recommend bringing Dramamine if you’re prone to sea or motion sickness. Also sunscreen is a must! You can purchase waters/sodas and snacks for $1 each but bringing your own bag of things isn't a bad idea. We didn’t catch too much on our trip, but the captain was very helpful and handed anything he hooked to participants to reel in. Overall quite a long excursion, we would have been happy with a couple hours shorter as people just looking for the experience but if your goal is to catch fish to take home, this is the trip for you!”

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3-Hour Honolulu Bottom Fishing Adventure - What bottom fishing feels like in practice
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3-Hour Honolulu Bottom Fishing Adventure

12.3-Hour Honolulu Bottom Fishing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 320 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $86

Meet Ohana Fun Fishing at Kewalo Basin Harbor for a shared three-hour bottom-fishing trip near Waikīkī. Gear, bait, and water are included, and crew members such as Jay, Savannah, and JP have earned praise for helping beginners. Bring a license, sunscreen, and old clothes.

“From the beginning till the end the entire experience was awesome and worth it! We had Jay and Savannah and both of them were very helpful for my son and myself. There was one fish caught and also we saw Dolphins on the way out and the way back. I would highly recommend this tour!!”

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Fort Lauderdale: 4-Hour Deep Sea Drift Fishing Trip - Finding the reef, wrecks, and Gulfstream edge
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Fort Lauderdale: 4-Hour Deep Sea Drift Fishing Trip

13.Fort Lauderdale: 4-Hour Deep Sea Drift Fishing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 297 reviews · 4 hours · from $85

Fish about a mile off Fort Lauderdale on an 85-foot air-conditioned boat, with bait, tackle, licenses, and crew help included. Choose a morning, afternoon, or evening trip. Expect reef and wreck fishing for snapper, grouper, kingfish, jacks, and other species, with light rigs available for children.

“My Daddy had a ball because fishing is the thing he loves to do!”

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Half Day Fishing Experience from John's Pass in Madeira Beach, FL - 5 Hours - Rod rentals, bait, and the real price
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Half Day Fishing Experience from John’s Pass in Madeira Beach, FL – 5 Hours

14.Half Day Fishing Experience from John’s Pass in Madeira Beach, FL – 5 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 284 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $94

Join Hubbard’s Marina in Madeira Beach for a five-hour fishing trip with about three hours on the fishing grounds. Bait is included, while rods cost extra. Expect grey snapper, porgies, seabass, kingfish, and mackerel, plus crew help, dolphin sightings, and optional fish cleaning and restaurant cooking.

“I booked this trip for my 19 year old son instead of going to Disney with his younger siblings. He had a fantastic time and caught a bunch of fish - some new species for him too! He said the crew was great and having food available to purchase was definitely an added bonus! The location couldn’t have better - he was able to ride his skateboard from the condo and board the boat without any trouble at all. He would absolutely book again!”

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Guided Fishing Trip in Jackson Hole - What a full day with the guide feels like
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Guided Fishing Trip in Jackson Hole

15.Guided Fishing Trip in Jackson Hole

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 231 reviews · 4 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $475

Start at Orvis in Jackson at 7:30 am for a private fly-fishing trip with guides such as Jason, Rhys, Cam, Mac, or Matt. You may fish the Snake, Green, or Salt Rivers, or Yellowstone National Park. Gear, instruction, drinks, and full-day lunch are included.

“Rhys was great! He was super patient with both of us as complete beginners! And yes, we did catch fish!”

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