Fort Walton Beach Fl: Updated Fishing Guide 2024

Head out with Captain Cory for fishing at its best, Destin is known as "The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village"! You will be fishing on a 26' Crevalle Open, powered by a 350 4-stroke Mercury outboard. This vessel also features state of the art electronics. You never know what you’ll catch in the Gulf of Mexico! King Mackerel, Red Snapper, Cobia, Amberjack, Grouper, Tuna sharks and more. Captain Cory will guide everyone, from the most experienced anglers to family trips. Don’t forget to bring the kids! Cory also provides licenses, bait, tackle, water, and ice. Things that you want to bring include towels, camera, hat, sunglasses, sunblock, snacks, drinks, a small cooler, and your favorite music playlist! Read More

This is a trip based on the Captain's Discretion and what's going to be THE BEST fishing for YOU! Worth every penny, because the Captain will be able to take you to where he knows the fish are biting! Read More

Hop on board with Captain Jordan and see why they call Destin the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village"! The inshore and nearshore waters around Destin are a great spot to catch some sought-after fish without going too far from the dock. Toss a line in the Choctawhatchee Bay or venture into the Gulf and catch some fish! Captain Jordan will help you target a variety of species on this 4 to 5-hour adventure, including Amberjack, Cobia, Gag Grouper, King Mackerel, Redfish, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, Speckled Trout, and Triggerfish. To target these fish, you'll be using a variety of techniques such as light tackle, bottom fishing and trolling. Just let Captain Jordan know which fish you want to catch and he'll get you set up with the best method! You’ll be fishing aboard a 22' Cape Horn center console that can fit up to 6 people. Powered by a 225 HP Honda engine, this vessel will get you where you need to be in the beautiful blue Florida waters. Captain Jordan's vessel is equipped with GPS, Fishfinder, a Live Bait Well, a Wireless Trolling Motor, and an Ice Box to store your catches. Captain Jordan will provide all rods, reels, tackle and live bait. We recommend you bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and any food, drinks or motion sickness aid you might need. Book your trip today and you'll have a picture-worthy fish in no time! Read More

If you're looking to try everything that the Florida Panhandle has to offer, then this trip is your ticket! Get out there with Captain Joey and spend the day going after a wide range of popular gamefish species, including Jacks, Mackerel, Amberjack, Cobia, Snappers, Groupers, and even the occasional Mahi. These classic Florida gamefish offer a little bit of everything—hard fighting, delicious eating, and amazing pictures! Captain Joey has a ton of experience catching prizewinners, and he will do everything he can to put you on the fish and give you the best possible chance to catch a champion. You'll be spending the day aboard his beautiful 24' Sea Hunt center console, powered by a 250-HP Suzuki outboard. This fast and versatile boat is perfect for fishing the different conditions you'll see in these waters, and can easily handle waters out to 10 miles. Captain Joey will provide everything you need for a perfect day on the water, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle. His goal is for everyone to have a blast and to catch a bunch of fish! Remember to bring proper clothing, a hat, and sunscreen. Read More

If you're looking to enjoy the best inshore fishing that Destin, FL has to offer, then this trip is your ticket! Get out there with Captain Joey and spend the day going after a wide range of popular species, including Black Drum, Jacks, Mackerel, Sheepshead, Flounder, Snappers, and more. These classic Florida gamefish offer a little bit of everything—hard fighting, delicious eating, and amazing pictures! Captain Joey has a ton of experience catching prizewinners, and he will do everything he can to put you on the fish and give you the best possible chance to catch a champion. You'll be spending the day aboard his beautiful 24' Skeeter center console, powered by a 300-HP Yamaha outboard. This fast and versatile boat is perfect for fishing the different conditions you'll see in these waters, and can easily handle waters out to 10 miles. Captain Joey will provide everything you need for a perfect day on the water, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle. His goal is for everyone to have a blast and to catch a bunch of fish! Remember to bring proper clothing, a hat, and sunscreen. Read More

Hop on board with Captain Philip and experience an action-packed day of fishing outside of Fort Walton Beach! A professional angler with a wealth of local knowledge, Captain Philip is more than familiar with the most productive fishing grounds in the area. His boat is Federally Permitted as well which means he is not restricted to fishing within 9 miles from shore. The ocean is your oyster when you board with Captain Philip! On these 6 or 8-hour adventures, you can expect to target Amberjack, Bonito, Cobia, Grouper, Kingfish, Shark, Red Snapper (when in season), Vermillion Snapper, and Triggerfish. You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Philip's 33-foot Grady White equipped with twin Yamaha 300's. This baby has plenty of comfortable seating, and plenty SunShades toward the Bow and Stern perfect for those really hot summer days out on the Gulf. Captain Philip will provide all rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait. He will also clean and fillet your fish at the end of each trip. All you need to bring is food and drinks for the day (Capt. Philip will provide bottled water), a hat, sunscreen, a good pair of sunglasses, and some good company! **Note**: Captain Philip will only accept trips during the week if they are for the **full day** (8 hours). Children are more than welcome on board, although please let Captain Philip know how many you are bringing and how old. He does not recommend bringing children under 5. Read More

Get ready for the ultimate fishing adventure! Join us on a full-day bottom fishing excursion where we'll take you 30-80 miles offshore to catch some of the biggest and most exciting species out there. From Snapper to Wahoo, Grouper to Mahi Mahi, Amberjack to Cobia, Tuna and many others, we have it all. With less travel time and more fishing time, you'll have the opportunity to reel in some truly impressive catches and create memories that will last a lifetime. Read More

Hop on board with Captain Jordan and prepare for a spectacular fishing experience in the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village"! The inshore and nearshore waters around Destin are a great spot to catch some sought-after fish without going too far from the dock. On this 5 to 8-hour trip, Captain Jordan will take you to the inshore waters of Choctawhatchee Bay or venture into the nearshore Gulf waters where you can expect to target a huge selection of fish. Amberjack, Blacktip Shark, Cobia, Gag Grouper, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Red Grouper, Red Snapper, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, and Triggerfish are all in these waters. To target these fish, you'll be using a variety of techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing and trolling. Just let Captain Jordan know which fish you want to catch and he'll get you set up with the best method! Captain Jordan fishes aboard a 22’ Cape Horn center console with a capacity for six people. Powered by a 225 HP Honda engine, this vessel will have no problem getting you out on the beautiful Destin waters. The vessel is complete with all the necessities: GPS, Fishfinder, and a Live Bait Well. Captain Jordan will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. All you need to bring is sunscreen and any food, drinks and motion sickness aid you might need. This "World's Luckiest Fishing Village" excursion can host up to 6 people, so grab some friends and book your trip today! Read More

If you have never been to Destin, Florida before then you’re missing out! And if you’re looking for a knowledgeable charter captain to take you out, Captain Tyler is a great choice. Captain Tyler will help you target a variety of species including Dorado (Mahi Mahi), Jack Crevalle, Kingfish, and Sailfish. Regardless of if you’re a beginner or a seasoned professional, Captain Tyler will lead the way! These trips are great for families, especially because Captain Tyler enjoys teaching the little ones the ropes. You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Tyler’s 40' Infinity sportfisher, a purpose-built vessel that's awesome for a luxury trip! She's powered by twin Caterpillar diesel engines, so you'll be off the dock and on the fish in no time. Captain Tyler will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Live bait is included in the price. The fishing license for the whole group is also included. Plus, the deck hand on board will fillet and package your fish, bait all your hooks, and overall make you feel comfortable on board the adventure! He works strictly of tips and the tip you give for the trip will go straight to him! Feel free to bring food and drinks of your choice as well as a cooler to bring home your day’s catch. Come on down to Destin, Florida and make some memories with Captain Tyler and his crew! Read More

Hop on board with Captain Robbie and prepare for an action-packed day of fishing the Florida Panhandle! Destin fishing is world famous for a reason, and the inshore and nearshore Destin waters are perfect for chasing some exciting catches not too far from the dock. On this 4 to 6-hour trip, Captain Robbie will take you through the inshore flats and offshore waters of Destin where you can target a huge selection of fish including Amberjack, Blacktip Shark, Cobia, Florida Pompano, Flounder, Gag Grouper, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Redfish, and Speckled Trout. To target these fish, you'll be using a variety of techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling and jigging. Whichever type of fish you want to catch, Captain Robert will get you set up with the best method! You’ll be fishing aboard a 21' Cape Horn center console with a 250 HP Yamaha engine and enough seating to accommodate up to 4 passengers comfortably. This vessel is equipped with GPS, a Fishfinder, a Flybridge, a Live Bait Well, and an ice box to store your catches. Captain Robbie will happily clean any keepers for no additional cost! Captain Robert will provide all rods, reels, tackle and live bait. All you need to bring is sunscreen and any food or drinks you might need. Climb aboard with Captain Robbie! Read More