Crestview Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Crestview

Zack Franks with Florida Outdoor Adventures, Fantasy Ocean Adventur
Crestview, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Things are going great at the Ranch. We dont start on the water until mid April. The hog hunting has been amazing. We also just wrapped up our most successful 2025 Whitetail Deer season. Turkey season is next and we only have 4 spots left available.

Zack Franks with Florida Outdoor Adventures, Fantasy Ocean Adventur Crestview, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

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Alex Hare
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Bottom fishing has been on fire. Red snappers, black snappers, mingo snappers, lane snappers, gag groupers and amberjacks have been plentiful

Alex Hare Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Bottom fishing has been on fire. Red snappers, black snappers, mingo snappers, lane snappers, gag groupers and amberjacks have been plentiful

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Kyle Lowe
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

We are still seeing good numbers of Red Grouper! Also super stoked with opening of triggerfish! As always we have plenty of vermillion snapper around to add to the haul! Mild temps and good fishing make for great days!

Kyle Lowe Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

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Robbie Broestler
Niceville, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Tried to send maybe to many pictures the other day. Went through that time.

Robbie Broestler Niceville, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Tried to send maybe to many pictures the other day. Went through that time.

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Jason Yates
Shalimar, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

It's been a pretty slow two weeks. We've had a lot of crappy conditions, so it's been tough getting out, but as far as the fish bite, it's been really good.

Jason Yates Shalimar, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

It's been a pretty slow two weeks. We've had a lot of crappy conditions, so it's been tough getting out, but as far as the fish bite, it's been really good.

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Zach Burnette
Rosemary Beach, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

We caught 2 more great whites on a birthday party charter for carter 9th bday and braydens 11th bday

Zach Burnette Rosemary Beach, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

We caught 2 more great whites on a birthday party charter for carter 9th bday and braydens 11th bday

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Alex Hare
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Bottom fishing has been on fire. Scamp groupers,Red groupers, Gag groupers, red snappers, triggerfish, and Black snappers. Been a few Redfish around as well

Alex Hare Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Bottom fishing has been on fire. Scamp groupers,Red groupers, Gag groupers, red snappers, triggerfish, and Black snappers. Been a few Redfish around as well

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Jordan Smith
Mary Esther, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Been tourny fishing

Jordan Smith Mary Esther, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Been tourny fishing

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★★★★★
Kyle was a very skilled captain. Found many fish for us
Susan E. | April 30, 2026

Trip: Destin Trolling & Bottom Fishing
★★★★★
It doesn’t get any better than this trip with Colin! He put us on the fish! Check out the photos!
Virginia M. | April 29, 2026

Trip: 2-8 Hours Inshore Trip
★★★★★
Kyle and first mate Dan were awesome. They got us onto some great fishing. Caught limit on vermillion.
Don C. | April 24, 2026

Trip: Destin Fishing Trip
★★★★★
The trip was amazing! Captain put us on the fish immediately and was consistent through out! Four of us on the trip and we all caught more than 2 fish! Had a 100+ lb fish on but line snapped. Was a great experience and would fish with them again!
David P. | April 18, 2026

Trip: Niceville Gulf Fishing
★★★★★
Although deckhand Larry was new to fishing, he was very friendly, kind, and helpful! Just what you want on an unfamiliar excursion! He also hooked all bait for me, appreciated it!
Ashley R. | April 16, 2026

Trip: Destin Offshore Fishing
★★★★★
We were a family of six with kids from 6-15. All had a great time. Boat was a good size for us beginners. Jake and Tim worked hard to help us have a memorable experience. We had no prior fishing experience, but they helped us get comfortable with what to do and then found us the fish to catch. I would highly recommend and would look to adventure with them again.
Adam S. | April 14, 2026

Trip: 3 Hr Kids Fishing Trip
★★★★★
We had an amazing trip with the kids. A lot of action, everyone caught a handful of fish and had a blast. We brought home 30+ fish and had an amazing dinner. Couldn’t recommend more - we’d love to run it back on our next trip!
Jim P. | April 12, 2026

Trip: Destin Spring Special
★★★★★
10/10 great time. We took our 3 kids and their friend on 6 hr charter. Cliff and Austin are a great team. We kept Austin busy baiting our hooks and taking off the 48 fish we caught. Cliff took us down the shoreline and we stopped at all his favorite fishing holes. We caught numerous vermillion snapper and trigger fish. We caught a Bonita trolling through the inlet. Every fish we pulled up put up a great fight , our arms were tired bye the end of the day. I would definitely recommend taking Dramamine before you get on the boat and wear rubber sole shoes so you don’t slide around if boat is rocking. Bring snacks. We wore our sun shirts over our swimsuits and were comfortable. The early morning ride out of the harbor had us all in sweatshirts and pants. Lots of memories were made. Thank you
Erin Z. | April 12, 2026

Trip: Destin Deep Sea Adventure
★★★★★
David is great. Wonderful time.
Todd B. | April 10, 2026

Trip: Bay Fishing Trips
★★★★★
We had such a great trip! Captain Gavin had us on fish all day, and Cayden worked his tail off making sure we all were rigged up and had lines in the water at all times. The boat was very comfortable for our group of 8. We will fish with them again next time we are in Destin. Thanks again for a great trip!
Paul C. | April 10, 2026

Trip: Destin Spring Special

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