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New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Fishing Charters
New Smyrna Beach

Deep Sea · Shark · Inshore · Nearshore

Captain Brad Curtsinger — 25+ years guiding fishing charters out of New Smyrna Beach, FL. All rods, bait & Florida fishing licenses included.

Fishing Charters New Smyrna Beach — Deep Sea, Shark & Inshore

Expert deep sea fishing, shark fishing, and inshore fishing charters out of New Smyrna Beach, FL — with over 25 years of guiding experience

Online Appointments — $100 deposit required to book. Refunds given for bad/inclement weather. 48hr notice required for full refund — non-refundable after 48 hours.

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Nearshore Fishing fishing charter in New Smyrna Beach, FL

Nearshore Fishing

3 Hours

Fish the artificial reefs 10–20 miles offshore. A perfect balance between inshore action and offshore trophy fish without the long run.

CobiaKing MackerelAmberjackSnapperGrouper

Starting at $650

First 3 guests included

+$50/person (up to 6)

$100.00

deposit

Shark Fishing fishing charter in New Smyrna Beach, FL

Shark Fishing

3 Hours

Welcome to the Shark Bite Capital — New Smyrna Beach! Target Bull, Blacktip, Spinner & Hammerhead sharks along our coast. An unforgettable adrenaline rush.

Bull SharkBlacktipSpinnerHammerhead

Starting at $650

First 3 guests included

+$50/person (up to 6)

$100.00

deposit

Deep Sea Fishing fishing charter in New Smyrna Beach, FL

Deep Sea Fishing

3 Hours

5–10 miles offshore targeting reef and nearshore game fish. A great introduction to offshore fishing with plenty of action close to home.

SharkCobiaSnapperKingfish

Starting at $650

First 3 guests included

+$50/person (up to 6)

$100.00

deposit

Deep Sea Fishing fishing charter in New Smyrna Beach, FL

Deep Sea Fishing

5 Hours

20–30 miles offshore in the deep Atlantic. More time on the water targeting trophy game fish on heavy-duty tackle.

SnapperMahi-MahiSailfishGrouperCobia

Starting at $850

First 3 guests included

+$50/person (up to 6)

$100.00

deposit

Inshore Fishing fishing charter in New Smyrna Beach, FL

Inshore Fishing

3 Hours

Mosquito Lagoon, Halifax River & Ponce Inlet. Target Redfish, Snook, Trout, Flounder & Sheepshead in calm protected waters. Great for families & beginners.

RedfishSnookTroutFlounderSheepshead

Small Boat $450

Dorado 27ft $550

First 3 guests included

+$50/person (up to 6)

$100.00

deposit

Private Boating Lessons fishing charter in New Smyrna Beach, FL

Private Boating Lessons

2 Hours

One-on-one lessons on your own boat. Learn to navigate the ICW, Halifax River, channel markers, tides, docking, anchoring & safe boat handling.

NavigationDockingAnchoringChannel MarkersTides

Starting at $250

First 3 guests included

+$50/person (up to 6)

$100.00

deposit

Each charter includes the first 3 guests. Additional guests +$50/person (max 6 on board). Each additional hour is $100. Remaining balance due in cash at departure. Card payments via Square incur a 3% fee.

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Card payments via Square incur a 3% fee. Remaining balance due in cash at departure.

Pickup and Launch Location

All Fishing Charters — Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. Note that the remaining balance should be brought in cash; if you prefer to use a card, please be aware that Square charges a 3 percent fee. Thank you! We offer a variety of options including deep sea fishing, shark fishing charters, and inshore fishing.

New Smyrna Beach Fishing Charter

2455 Boat Ramp Drive, New Smyrna Beach, Florida 32168

(386) 259-0318 · Message us on WhatsApp

Open today 07:00 am – 08:00 pm

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5.0· 10 reviews · New Smyrna Beach Fishing Charter
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KarachiKiller

KarachiKiller

May 2026

This offshore fishing trip with Captain Brad and his First Mate Ryan, was more than just a fishing charter — it became one of those memories my son and I will talk about for years to come. Captain Brad made the entire experience unforgettable. He was patient, encouraging, and incredible with my son the whole trip.

Jonathan White

Jonathan White

April 2026

My cousin and I went fishing with Brad on 4.15.26. This time we hit the big water, looking for Cobia. Brad was like a young lad in a candy store when he located the manta rays. This guy knows his fish and loves sharing his knowledge. I can't wait till next year!

Trip photo from Jonathan White
John Stevens

John Stevens

April 2026

Wonderful Cobia fishing experience! Brad Curtsinger is an awesome experienced guide who works hard to make your fishing experience a blast! His first mate Ryan is a wonderful complement to this dynamic duo! Can't say enough good things about our exciting day chasing after manta rays!

Trip photo from John Stevens
Joshua Streng

Joshua Streng

May 2025

Took my 10 year old son out with Captain Brad for his birthday. Brad was very patient and very helpful with my son. His boat is very clean, very nice, and rides great. We weren't in our spot for 2 minutes before we were on fish and spent all four hours catching multiple types of fish.

R Fox

R Fox

March 2024

Captain Brad is really dedicated to doing whatever he can to give you the best experience possible. Brad and first mate Ryan are super nice, treat you as a good friend. Would definitely try fishing with him without even looking elsewhere!

Daniel R

Daniel R

May 2024

Captain Brad was amazing and made this first fishing trip with the family a success. We were also told about Beacons, that prepared the shark we kept. We will be doing this again when vacation comes back around next year.

Trip photo from Daniel R
Flooring Guys

Flooring Guys

December 2024

Very knowledgeable, and fun guys. We had 2 little boys 8 and 6 with us and Brad and Ryan had plenty of patience with them. We landed 5 lemon sharks. Great experience!!

amy blevins

amy blevins

July 2023

We had a wonderful experience and caught some sharks and a large king mackerel.

Trip photo from amy blevins
Jesse Dittman

Jesse Dittman

February 2025

Great fishing and a lot of fun!

Constantine Sealing

Constantine Sealing

February 2025

Great trip with Captain Brad in New Smyrna Beach!

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Fishing with New Smyrna Beach Fishing Charter

Captain Brad steering a fishing boat on calm blue waters off New Smyrna Beach, FL

Inshore Fishing

Experience unforgettable fishing charters in New Smyrna Beach with Captain Brad. Inshore fishing offers a unique adventure in shallow, protected waters — bays, estuaries, flats, and mangrove-lined areas — typically within sight of land. Conditions are very calm, making it an excellent choice for beginners, children, or those prone to seasickness.

Target species include Redfish, Snook, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, and Sheepshead. Consistent action with light tackle ensures a hands-on, active fishing experience.

Nearshore & Deep Sea Fishing

Nearshore fishing near New Smyrna Beach takes place in an intermediate zone, typically 10–20 miles offshore, often around reefs and wrecks. Target species include Cobia, King Mackerel, Amberjack, Snapper, and Grouper.

Deep sea fishing takes place 20–30 miles or more from shore in deep Atlantic waters, targeting trophy game fish like Mahi-Mahi, Tuna, Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Grouper, and Snapper.

Shark Fishing

For a truly thrilling adventure, our shark fishing charters in New Smyrna Beach deliver heart-pounding action targeting Bull, Blacktip, Spinner, and Hammerhead sharks just miles from shore.

New Smyrna Beach is known as one of the top shark fishing destinations on the East Coast — and Captain Brad has been fishing these waters for over 25 years.

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New Smyrna Beach Fishing Charters — Everything You Need to Know

Captain Brad · 25+ years · Deep Sea · Shark · Inshore · Nearshore · 2455 Boat Ramp Drive, New Smyrna Beach, FL

Shark Fishing Charters in New Smyrna Beach, FL

New Smyrna Beach is one of the most productive shark fishing destinations on the entire East Coast. Our shark fishing charters put you right in the action — just 5–10 miles offshore — where Bull Sharks, Blacktip, Spinner, and Hammerhead sharks patrol warm Atlantic waters year-round.

Captain Brad uses heavy-duty tackle, fresh cut bait, and proven rigs developed over 25 years on these exact waters. All rods, reels, bait, tackle, and Florida fishing licenses are included. We practice catch-and-release on all sharks to protect the fishery for future generations.

Bull SharkBlacktipSpinnerHammerheadNurse SharkLemon Shark
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Top Fishing Spots Near New Smyrna Beach

Captain Brad has fished every one of these spots for over 25 years.

Mosquito Lagoon

Inshore

One of the top Redfish and Speckled Trout fisheries in the world. Crystal-clear shallow flats perfect for sight-fishing — a must on any inshore charter.

Indian River & Ponce Inlet

Inshore

Brackish estuary teeming with Snook, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Pompano, and Flounder. Prime staging area for migrating species.

Spruce Creek

Inshore

Scenic tidal creek where fresh water meets salt. Excellent for Snook, Redfish, Trout, and Pompano — a hidden gem Captain Brad has fished since the 1980s.

Shark Alley

5–10 mi offshore

Bull, Blacktip, Spinner, and Hammerhead sharks patrol these nearshore waters year-round, making New Smyrna Beach one of the top shark fishing spots on the East Coast.

Nearshore Artificial Reefs

10–20 mi offshore

Hundreds of sunken ships, reef balls, and limestone ledges hold Cobia, King Mackerel, Amberjack, Red Snapper, and Grouper year-round.

Deep Atlantic Grounds

20–30 mi offshore

Trophy offshore waters where Mahi-Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tuna, and Grouper roam. The destination for our 5-hour deep sea fishing charters.

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Captain Brad and his mate Ryan Harbaugh

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