Sheepshead Charters in New Smyrna Beach

Tight structure fishing. Steady bites. Pure fishing action.

Sheepshead are one of the most dependable fish in our winter and spring fishery — sharp-eyed, hard-fighting, and always tucked tight to structure. Around New Smyrna Beach and the Indian River, these fish stack up on docks, bridge pilings, mangrove roots, and oyster bars where crabs and shrimp drift with the tide.

If you like simple, hands-on fishing with constant action and a great chance to take home dinner, a guided sheepshead charter is the way to go.

Target Species & Other Species We Catch

Sheepshead
Black drum
Redfish

Mangrove snapper
Flounder
Trout

Trip Details

Trip Options: 6 hours private guided charters

Start Times: Morning or afternoon depending on tides

Includes: Rods, tackle, bait, cooler, water, fishing license, fish cleaning

Bring: Sunglasses, sunscreen, snacks, drinks

How We Target Sheepshead

We focus on structure. We set baits tight to pilings, oyster bars, and mangrove roots where sheepshead feed.

Most bites feel like a tap, then weight — a quick lift and you’re hooked up. They pull hard for their size and make for great light-tackle fun. When the water is clear, you can often see them stacked under the structure before your bait even drops.