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Christopher Mitchell
Christopher M.
Destin, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Mingo snapper bite is crazy!
Christopher Mitchell
Christopher M. Destin, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Mingo snapper bite is crazy!
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Matthew Champion
Matthew C.
Valparaiso, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Crushing it!!!
Matthew Champion
Matthew C. Valparaiso, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Crushing it!!!
Fishing in Valparaiso, Florida
Fishing in Valparaiso, Florida
Fishing in Valparaiso, Florida
Fishing in Valparaiso, Florida
Fishing in Valparaiso, Florida
Fishing in Valparaiso, Florida
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Brantley Galloway
Brantley G.
Miramar Beach, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
This mornings trip. Fish are Biting.
Brantley Galloway
Brantley G. Miramar Beach, Florida Reported 1 year ago
This mornings trip. Fish are Biting.
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Wayne Alexander
Wayne A.
Niceville, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Red snapper has slow down in state waters, but it is towards the end of the red snapper season. Vermilion snapper, red grouper and some scamp grouper have been dependable.
Wayne Alexander
Wayne A. Niceville, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Red snapper has slow down in state waters, but it is towards the end of the red snapper season. Vermilion snapper, red grouper and some scamp grouper have been dependable.
Fishing in Niceville, Florida
Fishing in Niceville, Florida
Fishing in Niceville, Florida
Fishing in Niceville, Florida
Fishing in Niceville, Florida
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Robbie B.
Niceville, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
I caught 36 head of Pompano three sharks about 15 head of ladyfish in about 18 to 20 head of catfish from 6 AM to 11:45 AM.
Robbie Broestler
Robbie B. Niceville, Florida Reported 1 year ago
I caught 36 head of Pompano three sharks about 15 head of ladyfish in about 18 to 20 head of catfish from 6 AM to 11:45 AM.
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Jordan Smith
Jordan S.
Mary Esther, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Catch n release amberjack!
Jordan Smith
Jordan S. Mary Esther, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Catch n release amberjack!
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Kyle Lowe
Kyle L.
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Been seeing some very nice banjo triggerfish, there are some Spring time red groupers around and as always a bunch of vermillion snapper.
Kyle Lowe
Kyle L. Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Been seeing some very nice banjo triggerfish, there are some Spring time red groupers around and as always a bunch of vermillion snapper.
Fishing in Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Walton Beach, Florida
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Christopher Mitchell
Christopher M.
Destin, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Lots of Cinnsational Red Grouper ro catch but finding a keeper takes time and some lucky!!
Christopher Mitchell
Christopher M. Destin, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Lots of Cinnsational Red Grouper ro catch but finding a keeper takes time and some lucky!!
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Fishing in Destin, Florida
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Bob Stroupe
Bob S.
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
We caught some great fish red grouper, gag grouper, amber jack, red snapper, trigger and Mingo. Not all were in season so took pictures and released safely. Also could you add us to okaloosa island, fort Walton beach and destin area for search locations.
Bob Stroupe
Bob S. Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported 1 year ago
We caught some great fish red grouper, gag grouper, amber jack, red snapper, trigger and Mingo. Not all were in season so took pictures and released safely. Also could you add us to okaloosa island, fort Walton beach and destin area for search locations.
Fishing in Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Walton Beach, Florida
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Mike Dates
Mike D.
Destin, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
The offshore bite has been good in between fronts with plenty of Vermillion snapper and a handful of triggerfish and Scamp Grouper! We have also had a few catch and release trips, and the targeted species has been bigger fish like Amberjack pictured here. Your choice, exquisite table fare or drag screamers! Choice is yours! Book your charter today and let's go fishing!
Mike Dates
Mike D. Destin, Florida Reported 1 year ago
The offshore bite has been good in between fronts with plenty of Vermillion snapper and a handful of triggerfish and Scamp Grouper! We have also had a few catch and release trips, and the targeted species has been bigger fish like Amberjack pictured here. Your choice, exquisite table fare or drag screamers! Choice is yours! Book your charter today and let's go fishing!
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Fishing in Destin, Florida
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Recent Destin Reviews

★★★★★
An awesome fishing trip. The boat was excellent, and the crew was truly professional.

Karvinen V. | November 3, 2026

Trip: Bottom Fishing In Gulf Of America

★★★★★
Friendly crew. Got us on some big red snappers, groupers and a nice mackerel. Went the extra mile to make our trip memorable.

William P. | October 24, 2026

Trip: 36' Hatteras State Water Trips

★★★★★
Put us on fish and overall nice guy. Will definitely fish with cap Kent again!

Andrew M. | October 16, 2026

Trip: Destin Fishing The Gulf

★★★★★
Jordan did a great job putting us on fish. He don’t stay on unproductive spots. We had a great time and I highly recommend booking your trip with this guide.

Tyson R. | October 15, 2026

Trip: Fishing The Florida Panhandle

★★★★★
Jp and Krueger were awesome

Ryan B. | September 28, 2026

Trip: Destin Offshore Fishing

★★★★★
We definitely had a good trip with Captain harold. He put us on fish all day long on our 10hr trip. We caught a lot of fish between the 6 of us at every location captain harold stopped us at. We recommend this guide to anyone who wants to have fun catching fish.

Buddy D. | September 28, 2026

Trip: Destin Full-Day Fish Fest

★★★★★
Alex did a great job. It was not a good day for some guys out yesterday but Alex got our limits. I highly recommend him

Ryan S. | September 27, 2026

Trip: Red Snapper And Grouper Fishing!!!

★★★★★
Was a great experience for my inexperienced family. First we caught bait fish jigging a little offshore. Using a 5 hook rig almost every time we hooked multiple fish. Catching 4 to 5 was not uncommon. Then we went about 8 miles offshore to fish in about 90’ of water. Everyone caught fish. Just a note that catching a 24” amberjack in 90’ of water will wear a person out. Though we caught lots of fish only had 3 of keeper size. My entire group said they would do it again.

David S. | September 18, 2026

Trip: Slay Ride Light Tackle Specialist

★★★★★
We had a great time with Jonathan. He was patient with us three amateurs and put us on some nice redfish. My grandson who is 7 had a blast catching his first redfish. Thanks again.

Joseph S. | September 17, 2026

Trip: Fall Inshore Fishing Trip

★★★★★
Honestly, we were very disappointed in our trip. The beginning was fine. As time went on, David ‘s language was a bit rough with choice words that we didn’t need to hear. His driving of the boat in rough water was way too fast and both of our backs are still hurting a week later . And we may be a bit older- but both in good shape. At the end of the trip- just had us casting in grass. Never been on a trip where at least cold bottles of water weren’t offered or available . Would never recommend. Expensive trip for a few fish and not as we have experienced before on other fishing outings. We did give a nice tip 20% because that’s who we are . Wish him the best in the future.

Caleb M. | September 15, 2026

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