Jacksonville Fishing Trips

Jacksonville Fishing Trips is Captain Roger Bump’s inshore guide service. Large spotted seatrout are a particular interest, alongside redfish and flounder. His trips suit anglers who want to explore the St. Johns River and Northeast Florida’s tidal creeks with a local guide.

Contact and booking details

Roger Bump’s approach

Roger grew up fishing Jacksonville waters and has a background in competitive fishing. His biography describes tournament results, fishing-product design and contributions to fishing media. He identifies artificial-lure fishing as one of the main reasons clients hire him.

That makes this an option for someone who wants to spend time casting and learning presentations. Live bait is also available according to the trip information. Talk through your preferences when calling, including whether you want to bring a familiar rod.

The skiff and the fishing water

The published boat description names an 18-foot Action Craft Flatsmaster with a 90-horsepower Johnson outboard. Its shallow-water design supports trips that move between deeper channels and skinny water. Confirm the current boat and passenger limit before arranging a group.

Redfish, seatrout and flounder are the core targets. The wider species list includes sheepshead, black drum, mangrove snapper, jacks and tarpon. Those additional fish vary with season and conditions. A target list does not mean all of them will be available on the same outing.

Trip length and what is supplied

The charter page describes morning trips lasting around five hours. Prices are provided by phone. Fishing licenses, rods, tackle and bait are included, and Roger says guests do not need prior experience or their own equipment.

Fish cleaning is offered without a separate charge. Bring drinks and snacks in a small cooler, then have a larger cooler available for transporting any legal catch home. The trip information says bathroom breaks can be arranged. Discuss that need at the start rather than assuming a toilet is aboard.

Booking a day with Roger

Call Captain Roger directly to discuss dates, the fishing style and the people coming along. The listed Live Oak Drive address is a business contact address, not a confirmed departure dock. Ask for the ramp name, meeting time and parking directions.

Before reserving, settle the total price, passenger capacity and any deposit or cancellation terms. If learning lures is your main goal, say so clearly. That helps Roger plan a teaching trip around the skills you want to improve.

Details checked October 9, 2026, using the operator’s published information. Rates, boats, meeting points and policies can change; confirm the final trip details directly. Listed species describe possible targets, not a guaranteed catch or an open harvest season.

Featured photo: Jacksonville Fishing Trips anglers holding spotted seatrout. Photo from Jacksonville Fishing Trips.

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