Mary Esther Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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John Tenore
Destin, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Inshore gulf fishing has been pretty good. We're catching a variety of fish everything from red snapper to gag and Red grouper, scamps and lane and vermilion snappers.

John Tenore Destin, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Inshore gulf fishing has been pretty good. We're catching a variety of fish everything from red snapper to gag and Red grouper, scamps and lane and vermilion snappers.

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Christopher Mitchell
Destin, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Grouper bite in Destin right now

Christopher Mitchell Destin, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Grouper bite in Destin right now

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Colin Obrien
Pensacola, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Redfish, black drum, and speckled trout have been biting like crazy in the second half of the incoming tide. Shrimp under popping corks or natural colored soft plastics have been getting the job done. This was from Wednesday, lost count of how many fish we caught before we were an...

Colin Obrien Pensacola, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

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Kent Peckham
DeFuniak Springs, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

The water temp is just at 67 the 68-72 is prime

Kent Peckham DeFuniak Springs, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

The water temp is just at 67 the 68-72 is prime

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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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Braden Coker
Pensacola, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Awesome afternoon solo trip with a limit of mangroves

Braden Coker Pensacola, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Awesome afternoon solo trip with a limit of mangroves

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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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★★★★★
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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