Crystal River Cobia Fishing Charters
The allure of chasing the powerful cobia beckons anglers from all over, and Crystal River's waters serve as one of the best arenas for this sporting pursuit.
Time of year to catch cobia
April, May & June are the best months
How to catch Cobia
Two main ways to catch cobia is the bait and wait technique or running and gunning looking for fish. Typically around buoys, poles, reefs and wrecks. Both are quite effective in our area.
Pricing
6-7 Hours (20 miles max)
- 1-3 Guests - $1,100
- 4 Guests - $1,200
- 5 Guests - $1,300
- 6 Guests - $1,400
8 Hours (40 miles max)
- 1-3 Guests - $1,500
- 4 Guests - $1,600
- 5 Guests - $1,700
- 6 Guests - $1,800
Tackle and Gear for Cobia Fishing
The right gear is crucial in cobia fishing. Due to their size and strength, a medium to heavy action rod with a reel capable of holding plenty of lines is recommended. When it comes to line, a braided line with a heavy 80 to 100lb leader will stand up to the cobia's rough handling. As for bait, live pinfish, eels, and crab are particularly enticing, but artificial lures can also yield results.
Techniques and Tips for Catching Cobia
- Sightfishing- which is spotting and casting directly to the fish. Looking for them around structures such as channel markers, crab buoys, or even swimming rays and sharks can be very productive.
- Baiting & Waiting- Chumming near large chunks of structure such as rock piles, wrecks, and reefs. Patience is key.
What's Provided
- Fishing license
- Tackle
- Bait
- Fish filleting
- Fishing gear needed
What not to bring
- Illegal drugs
- GPS devices
- Giant cooler onboard
- spray sunblock
- Pets
What to bring
- Drinks
- Snacks
- Sunblock
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Alcoholic beverages are ok
