What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Port Canaveral, Florida for the first time?

I hear that March is not the best time, but you still caught a lot of fish, just not the big ones unless you go out 150 miles or so.

Book Captain Joey, be flexible and listen to what the captains suggest. They know the waters and truly desire for you to enjoy your experience.

It was easy to find and park and a lot of stuff to see when you where out fishing like dolphins pelicans cruise ships

Captain definitely made the trip worth while. He made sure that we caught enough fish to satisfy our urge to reel

I recommend fishing at Port Canaveral because there is plenty to do in the area and well suited for adults and kids. The people here are friendly and conveniently located close to cocoa beach

Eat at one of the local restaurants after your trip. We heard good things about all of them but settled on Rusty's, and it was awesome!

Take Captain Justins boat! Its private so its just your group...no strangers...definately will be fishing with him again next time!!

Access to Port Canaveral is about as easy a location as you can find ... plenty of parking, and direct access to ocean and Banana river.

Well don't expect to catch fish but you could always have a good day. So get a good boat Capt and mate like me and my kids had and you'll be fine . Definitely will go on ME TOO charter again.

Make sure that your charter or Cpt. can provide what is advertised. LIVE BAIT, FIGHTING SEAT, SECOND MATE OR HAND and specially a boat that is fitted and adequate for the trip.

It seemed that inshore fishing is hit or miss. I guess if I had to do it over, I’d try the offshore trip to see if we would have better luck.

Just make sure in April to check the weather and offshore reports. It can either be great conditions or a bit rough. Just make sure to get yourself out on a nice flat day.

Always be prepared for changing weather conditions at all times. I recommend bringing rain gear such as poncho or jacket.

Plan on making plans to take fish back and make sure your plans are in place before you fish in Port Canaveral.

We didn't have any luck out in the boat (3 croakers) but we did catch a shark off the beach which was awesome. Hopefully the fishing is better for you than it was for me.

Get a guide and trust them! They know what they are doing, espically J Fishing Charters!!!

Be ready for any weather. we went from sweat ahirrs to t shirts in our 3 hour trip.

Contact the guide before your fishing date to determine the beat strategies for carching fish.

Watch the weather and listen to the captain’s recommendations, he wont lead you wrong.

Bring a good attitude, and whatever the outcome, be thankful. The captain is doing his best ?

watch the weather we had a great 78° day but depending on the weather it could be different

You will not be disappointed if you go with J Fishing Charter, you will have a great time.

Do your research on the charter and boat. Make sure the boat pics are up to date.

Live baits, shrimp, pinfish, mullet, etc on a freeline, braid/mono to leader to hook.

Make sure to take some motion sickness medicine if you aren’t used to this kind of fishing!

Weather can be spotty, cool in the morning and warm in the afternoon. Dress in layers.

It's a lot of fun however, season matters! Do a little research on what to expect to catch.

We caught 12 fish in about 1 1/2 hrs....had some much fun!! You won't be disappointed ?????❤️

Take your filets to Rusty’s restaurant and have them cook them for your lunch or dinner.

Cool place if you like seeing SpaceX equipment and cruise ships. Fishing is good as well.