PWC Fishing LLC offers a distinctive way to fish the Chesapeake Bay: jet ski rentals rigged for fishing, based out of Deep Creek Landing Marina in Newport News, Virginia. Jet ski fishing has grown in popularity for its ability to reach shallow water, travel quickly between spots, and maneuver more easily than a traditional boat, giving anglers a faster, more exciting way to chase fish on the James River and Chesapeake Bay.
Every jet ski rental (2021 Seadoo GTX Pros) comes equipped with a Garmin GPS/fishfinder mounted on a custom stainless steel bracket with two rod holders and a cup holder, a cooler rack with six rod holders on back, and a 52-quart cooler, comfortably fitting up to three passengers or 500 lbs. No experience is needed to rent and ride; renters get dockside safety training, life jackets, required safety gear, a free tank of gas, and neoprene shorts, with all Coast Guard requirements and boater’s education certification handled on-site.
Rentals run $139/hour for a single ski or $125/hour for two or more, with unguided fishing trips (including a full fishing package) priced from $340-$440 for 4 hours or $480-$600 for 6 hours depending on how many skis are rented, dropping as low as $80/hour per ski with a larger group. A standalone fishing gear package (loaded tackle box, two poles, net, cooler, fish grabbers) is available for $40/ski for those bringing their own jet ski experience but needing gear. Guided fishing trips are also available, pairing riders with a local guide who knows where and when to catch fish in season, since the Chesapeake Bay can be fished nearly year-round.
Renters must arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled time for a safety training video and paperwork, checking in at Deep Creek Landing Marina’s office or Ship Store/Fuel Dock on Pier 4. Operators must be at least 16 with photo ID (18+ to rent), and alcohol is prohibited throughout the rental.
For anglers and thrill-seekers looking to fish or simply cruise the James River and Chesapeake Bay on a rigged jet ski, PWC Fishing LLC offers a unique, well-equipped rental and fishing experience out of Deep Creek Landing Marina.
