Mary Esther Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Jason Yates
Shalimar, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

Bay trips... gulf trips have been too rough 😂

Jason Yates Shalimar, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago

Bay trips... gulf trips have been too rough 😂

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Tyler Allen
Navarre, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

8hr, 6hr, 4hr shark trip

Tyler Allen Navarre, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago

8hr, 6hr, 4hr shark trip

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Jordan Smith
Mary Esther, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

Groupers are on fire

Jordan Smith Mary Esther, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago

Groupers are on fire

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Matthew Miller
Pensacola Beach, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

2 boat limit of vermillion snapper and a few others mixed in. Around 120 fish.

Matthew Miller Pensacola Beach, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago

2 boat limit of vermillion snapper and a few others mixed in. Around 120 fish.

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Christopher Mitchell
Destin, Florida
Reported: 4 weeks ago

Red Grouper spring break

Christopher Mitchell Destin, Florida Reported: 4 weeks ago

Red Grouper spring break

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Craig Mick
Pensacola, Florida
Reported: 4 weeks ago

When we can get offshore, we have been getting our limit of vermillion. Then, catch and release Amberjack inshore was good for sheepshead, but slowing after the spawn. Mackerel have shown up along with some bait schools Kings should be right behind.

Craig Mick Pensacola, Florida Reported: 4 weeks ago

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Clay Hinton
Pensacola, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Last few days. Amberjack have been on fire on topwater

Clay Hinton Pensacola, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Last few days. Amberjack have been on fire on topwater

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Heath Howle
Okaloosa Island, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Water temps are rising and the bite is turning on! Vermillion snapper are beginning to be plentiful and red grouper have been showing up in good numbers. Trigger fish are plentiful as well, but you have to fish through the shorts to get the keepers! As the weather continues to...

Heath Howle Okaloosa Island, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

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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
★★★★★
He’s a very good guide he put on on fish it was slow but but we all had fun he answered all the questions we had made us laugh all around a good experience and we are coming back again for another trip in the future
Anthony D. | April 21, 2026

Trip: Half Day Gulf Classics
★★★★★
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

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