St. Johns River comes up in 103 of our local species write-ups across 12 Florida towns — local anglers most often mention Red Drum, Tarpon, Snook here. Below: the 96 charter guides working its access towns, and where to start planning.
Required for ages 16-65. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately. Charter trips often include license. Typical cost: Resident: $17 | Non-Resident: $47. On a guided charter your license is often covered under the captain's permit — confirm when booking.
