Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Fishing Info

About King Charters

Where does King Charters fish?

We fish the St. Marks area, including Gulf of Mexico, Apalachee Bay, Wakulla River.

What are the target fish?

Target fish include Black Drum (Also Called Drum, Drummer), Black Sea Bass (Also Called Sea Bass  ), Bluefish (Also Called Elf, Tailor, Shad), Cobia (Also Called Black Salmon, Crab Eater, Lemon Fish, Sergeant Fish  ), Crappie (Also Called Black Crappie, White Crappie  ), Tarpon  (Also Called Silver King, Silverfish, Sábalo  ), Tripletail (Also Called Tripletail, Black Grunt, Black Perch, Bouyfish, Flasher, Chobie, Biajaca De La Mar, Flasher, Steamboat), Sea Trout  (Also Called Speckled Trout, Spotted Sea Trout), Spanish Mackerel (Also Called Atlantic Spanish Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel)

Where in St. Marks to we meet our guests?

We meet at Saint Marks ( St Marks, FL, USA ), King Charters ( 351 Brown-Donaldson Rd, Crawfordville, FL 32327, 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.