Historic Coast Outfitters

Saint Augustine Beach, FL

Hours

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Cost

We can't list all of the tour costs at Historic Coast Outfitters, but here are a few to give you an idea of what you can expect:

Inshore Fishing skiff (4 hours): from $500 (1-2 anglers)
Inshore Fishing bay boat (4 hours): from $650 (2-4 anglers)
Wild Hog Hunting: $250 per hog (1 person)
Sunset Tours (2 hours): $300 (max 3 people)

Prices are subject to change; check their website for updates.

904-505-5914

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About

Florida's First Coast is rich with game, fish, and stunning ecosystems. When you need professional guides to lead the hunt or take you on ecotours, only one name stands out: Historic Coast Outfitters (HCO). HCO has become one of the most sought-after activities on a Jacksonville Beach getaway!

Captain Justin Anderson, a native of Northeast Florida, founded Historic Coast Outfitters to share his love of the outdoors and his lifelong experiences fishing, hunting, and exploring the area.

As a boy, Justin joined his father on hunting, fishing, and camping trips and fell in love with Florida's diverse outdoors. He continued to develop his skills as a guide and turned his passion into a charter business. When you book a tour with Historic Coast Outfitters, Justin aims to instill his knowledge and love for the area into each guest.

HCO stands out because Justin has gathered a reputable team of guides, each with unique strengths and knowledge. Together, they offer multifaceted charters and tours unmatched by other companies. From hunting deer and wild hogs to inland and saltwater fishing, along with eco and sunset tours, there is a package for everyone.

But the ultimate adventure for the outdoorsman is the all-inclusive HCO experience. The tour package centers around fishing and history, with waterside lodging and some Historic Coast nightlife tossed in.

Whether a hunter, angler, or seeking a family boat tour, Historic Coast Outfitters is your go-to on the First Coast.

Historic Coast Outfitters (HCO): Fun Facts & Cool Features

A remarkable feature about HCO is that they offer so many features that we can't cover them all in this post! The website's hunting, fishing, and boat tours sections are rich with options that appeal to all expertise levels, budgets, and interests. Here is a sneak peek at some standouts.

Inshore Fishing offers guided tours of Florida's shallow waters, making this trip ideal for those who get seasick on the ocean. The waters are rich with redfish, flounder, speckled trout, and tarpon. You'll float in a skiff or bay boat with tours taking from one to four anglers. Beginners are welcome, making this the perfect adventure for fathers and sons. For an added adventure, take your catch to Singleton's Seafood Shack and let them cook them to order!

The hunting tours are unique, like the wild hog hunting tour. This adventure is suitable for all experience levels and accommodates two hunters. You'll be hunting with a bow, rifle, or shotgun in a tree or box stand. With multiple targets, it adds to the excitement and thrill of the hunt.

The boat tours will appeal to those who don't hunt or fish but want to explore the area's breathtaking salt marshes, waterways, and Atlantic shoreline. Unlike other charters that cram a lot of passengers onto a boat, HCO tours limit capacity to four guests. These are ideal for families or groups who want a private adventure. Some tours, like the Sunset and Night of Lights, include a charcuterie board, which adds to the experience on the water.

With so many options to consider, top-notch guides, and smaller tours, adding Historic Coast Outfitters to your Jacksonville itinerary is a must. Book a tour and discover Florida's natural resources.

Getting There

Here are step-by-step driving directions to Historic Coast Outfitters from Jacksonville:

Head south on I-95 S from Jacksonville.
Take exit 329 for CR-210 towards Green Cove Springs.
Turn left onto CR-210 W.
Continue for about 5 miles.
Turn right onto Valley Ridge Blvd and follow for 3.5 miles.
Use the left lane to merge onto Nocatee Pkwy.
Take the US-1 S exit toward St. Augustine.
Continue for about 15 miles.
Turn left onto County Road 208 and follow signs for Historic Coast Outfitters.
Address: 2725 Coastal Hwy, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Local Tips

Remember to tip your guide 15-20%.
Tours do not include hunting or fishing licenses.
If you want a customized tour, call or email for details.
Wear water-friendly clothing that dries quickly.

Location

Saint Augustine Beach, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What's a recommended one-day itinerary in Jacksonville Beaches?

Start the day off along 3rd St. at Jax Beach Brunch Haus for everything from basic breakfast favorites to hearty brunch options and tasty brunch-tails that go way beyond mere mimosas. From JBBH it’s a short hop over to the Jacksonville Beach Golf Course for those looking to spend a day on the greens.

On the north side of 3rd St., step into Maple Street Biscuit Co. for coffee and their self-proclaimed biscuits that wow. After breakfast, walk to Jacksonville Beach’s extended pier. Enjoy a stroll out over the Atlantic Ocean, or watch anglers casting their fishing lines. This is a great way to enjoy fishing in the area, especially if you don’t have enough time to go out on a boat. If surfing is more your style, be sure to hit the waves. Atlantic Beach to the north is more apt for novice surfers, while swells near the Jacksonville Beach Pier can be more challenging as this is the area’s high-tide break.

For lunch, savor the region’s fresh seafood as restaurants in Jacksonville and across the First Coast proudly serve fresh Mayport shrimp. Take in the view at Dockside Seafood restaurant to satisfy your shrimp cravings. Or, try Palm Valley Fish Camp in Ponte Vedra south of Jacksonville Beach after visiting the famed TPC Sawgrass golf course.

Many people who visit Jacksonville Beach are simply asking, where can I go to relax? Consider Neptune Beach to the north, a less crowded beach with calmer waves and plenty of space to spread out. A stroll through Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park is also a calm way to spend the day. If visiting downtown Jacksonville, the Riverwalk along St. John’s River provides ample walking space and benches to relax on while enjoying the view.

Wrap up the evening in Jacksonville Beach with the warm and elegant setting of Eleven South. This award-winning restaurant provides an exquisite fine dining experience to top off your day. For more casual fare, stop by TacoLu for fresh baja tacos and tequila with the essence of Florida.

Why is Jacksonville known as the First Coast?

People often refer to this part of northern Florida hugging the Atlantic Ocean as the “First Coast” (sometimes called the “Historic Coast”). Today, the First Coast moniker has come to represent it as the first coast in Florida that tourists visit when traveling southbound along the Atlantic seaboard. The name initially represented this area as the first part of Florida colonized by Europeans in the 16th century. Both the French and the Spanish settled into this part of northern Florida on lands of the Mocama and the Timucua. Further down the coast, St. Augustine was Florida’s first European settlement.

What are the biggest main events around Jacksonville Beach?

Jacksonville Beach welcomes visitors throughout the year to enjoy its wonderful weather and prime events. Each March, The Players Championship attracts golf aficionados from across the globe to our beckoning beaches.TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra has been home to The Players Championship of the PGA Tour since 1982.

If pigskin is more your style, Jacksonville is home to the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, so it’s easy to catch a game in season. Another highlight, though up in the sky over Jacksonville’s Naval Air Station, is the NAS Jax Air Show. Birthplace of the Blue Angels, the NAS Jax Air Show generally takes place mid-October each year (check the event site for upcoming dates and program changes).

Back on land, or rather in the waves, the Super Girl Surf Pro also hits Jacksonville Beach in the fall. Held at the Jacksonville Beach Pier, this is the world’s largest women’s surf, lifestyle, and music festival.

When your vacation plans include an adventure to Jacksonville Beach, you can be certain there’ll be plenty to see and do!