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Justin Rolph

Justin Rolph
Crystal River, Florida
Reported: 2 hours ago

Fishing is on fire
Justin Rolph
Justin Rolph Crystal River, Florida Reported: 2 hours ago
Fishing is on fire
Mahi Mahi Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Mahi Mahi Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Mahi Mahi Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Mahi Mahi Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Mahi Mahi Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Mark Reeves
Crystal River, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Water is cooling off and the fishing is getting hot.
Mark Reeves
Mark Reeves Crystal River, Florida Reported: 1 month ago
Water is cooling off and the fishing is getting hot.
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Justin Rolph

Justin Rolph
Crystal River, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Redfish and trout are fired up. Good snook. Inspire rocks are loaded with grouper
Justin Rolph
Justin Rolph Crystal River, Florida Reported: 1 month ago
Redfish and trout are fired up. Good snook. Inspire rocks are loaded with grouper
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Leon Hampton

Leon Hampton with Reel Time Outfitters
Crystal River, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Trout bite The trout are moving around on the flats in 2ft to 4ft of water and there are a few out in the 8ft to 9ft of water still. Use a popping cork for the trout on the flats with a 1/4oz or 1/8oz Jighead with a shrimp or...
Leon Hampton
Leon Hampton with Reel Time Outfitters Crystal River, Florida Reported: 1 month ago
Trout bite The trout are moving around on the flats in 2ft to 4ft of water and there are a few out in the 8ft to 9ft of water still. Use a popping cork for the trout on the flats with a 1/4oz or 1/8oz Jighead with a shrimp or artificial and use a MirrOdine XL to trigger them big trout to bite. When you are fishing them deeper trout use a 1/4oz Jighead with a shrimp or artificial lure.
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Jayson Porter

Jayson Porter
Cedar Key, Florida
Reported: 6 months ago

Black drums and reds are chewing
Jayson Porter
Jayson Porter Cedar Key, Florida Reported: 6 months ago
Black drums and reds are chewing
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
Fishing in Cedar Key, Florida
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Robert Mcclinnis

Robert Mcclinnis
Crawfordville, Florida
Reported: 11 months ago

It can be windy and tough, but if you find a place to tuck up where there's a depot, you can catch trout pompano and other fish with a shrimp on a jig head suspended under a cork.
Robert Mcclinnis
Robert Mcclinnis Crawfordville, Florida Reported: 11 months ago
It can be windy and tough, but if you find a place to tuck up where there's a depot, you can catch trout pompano and other fish with a shrimp on a jig head suspended under a cork.
Florida Pompano, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Florida Pompano, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Florida Pompano, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Florida Pompano, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Leon Hampton

Leon Hampton with Reel Time Outfitters
Crystal River, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Redfish, trout and Black drum With the cooler weather moving in the fish are moving into the rivers and creeks. We are using artificial and shrimp to catch them in the deeper holes as the weather keeps getting colder the fish will keep moving into the deep holes and you...
Leon Hampton
Leon Hampton with Reel Time Outfitters Crystal River, Florida Reported: 1 year ago
Redfish, trout and Black drum
With the cooler weather moving in the fish are moving into the rivers and creeks. We are using artificial and shrimp to catch them in the deeper holes as the weather keeps getting colder the fish will keep moving into the deep holes and you
can sit in one hole and catch everything.
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Leon Hampton

Leon Hampton with Reel Time Outfitters
Crystal River, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

The crappie are getting ready to spawn here in Florida and the bite is going off. We are using minnows under slip corks and jigs in 4ft to 11ft of water around docks and grass.
Leon Hampton
Leon Hampton with Reel Time Outfitters Crystal River, Florida Reported: 1 year ago
The crappie are getting ready to spawn here in Florida and the bite is going off. We are using minnows under slip corks and jigs in 4ft to 11ft of water around docks and grass.
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
Crappie Fishing in Crystal River, Florida
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Recent Crystal River Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a terrific fishing experience. Captain Mark was enthusiastic, helpful, very knowledgeable about the area and put us on enough fish to limit us out. The entire experience was enjoyable and productive, well worth the cost.

    Laura S. | December 9, 2024

    Trip: Crystal River Rod-Bender

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jeremy was phenomenal and it was an amazing day!

    Jacob C. | August 31, 2024

    Trip: Scalloping

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience with Captain DJ! He made it fun even when the weather got rough at the end. Definitely will book with them again!

    Blessing W. | August 4, 2024

    Trip: Scalloping

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent trip with Captain Mike, I would definitely recommend him as a captain for anyone. We will definitely be back for another trip.

    David K. | July 24, 2024

    Trip: Scalloping Trips

  • ★★★★★
    On time and very helpful

    Joshua J. | July 17, 2024

    Trip: Crystal Coast Scalloping Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    We had 2 adults and 4 kids (2x11 and 2x16) and had a great day with Captain Teddy. We caught huge redfish and several black drum. He took us to a spot where we could pull a bunch of little guys up as well. The kids all rated it an A+.

    Michael R. | July 14, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Flats Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Jayson is amazing!!!! Can’t wait to book again. He did so much more than just scallop… He made it a treasure hunt and showed us the beauty of the water around Crystal River… 🥰

    April H. | July 7, 2024

    Trip: Scalloping

  • ★★★★★
    5 stars! Justin was a great captain. Boat was clean, he was very accommodating and we had a great experience!

    Wendi W. | July 2, 2024

    Trip: Crystal Coast Scalloping Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Good trip bait was not available had to wait but Fishing trip was good.

    Gene N. | May 30, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Fun

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Kevin did an awesome job. Although the conditions were difficult we still caught a meal to take home with us. He was very patient with the kids and kept things entertaining and informative. Had a great time!

    Kurt G. | March 27, 2024

    Trip: Crystal River Near and Inshore

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