ATLANTIC BEACH GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Back Country: Shallow-water pursuit on the Saint Johns
A guided backcountry fishing trip on the Saint Johns River that targets redfish, spotted seatrout, flounder and black drum during the October–May season.
Back Country: Shallow-water pursuit on the Saint Johns.
Set Em Up Fishing Charters’ Back Country trip places anglers in the shallow waters on and adjacent to the Saint Johns River, where protected flats and channels produce Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder and Black Drum; the outing is offered in the calmer shoulder-season months when inshore conditions are generally more forgiving than ocean or offshore fishing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder and Black Drum
This trip focuses on classic backcountry species—the normal targets listed for the outing are Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder and Black Drum, giving anglers a chance at multiple inshore gamefish in one session.
Shallow flats and protected channels
The experience takes place in shallow waters on or adjacent to the Saint Johns River, environments that are less exposed to open-ocean weather and that concentrate inshore species.
October through May bookings
Captain Joe schedules Back Country departures only from October 1 to May 1, concentrating this offering in the fall-through-spring months.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
Across a 4–6 hour window, the outing moves through shallow river flats and adjacent backcountry waters of the Saint Johns, fishing tactical spots where inshore species congregate and staying relatively sheltered compared with offshore charters.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip is best (and not best) for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Trip duration is 4–6 hours; the operator runs Back Country trips from October 1 through May 1.
No specific gear list is provided in the trip data; consult the operator for recommended tackle and provisions.
Maximum capacity is two adults, or one adult and two children.
The Back Country trip is operated by Set Em Up Fishing Charters and focuses on inshore/backcountry fishing on the Saint Johns River.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Back Country trip?
The trip runs approximately 4–6 hours.
When are Back Country trips offered?
Bookings for this experience are available from October 1 through May 1.
What species will we fish for?
The normal targets are Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder and Black Drum.
How many people can join a trip?
Capacity is limited to 2 adults, or 1 adult and 2 children.
Are these trips weather dependent?
Backcountry trips take place in shallow waters that are less weather dependent than ocean and offshore trips.
Who operates the Back Country trip?
Set Em Up Fishing Charters operates the Back Country fishing experience.