Okaloosa Island Fishing Reports (April 2026)

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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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Michael York
Gulf Breeze, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Been a tough bite inshore but it's about to get great. Improving daily

Michael York Gulf Breeze, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Been a tough bite inshore but it's about to get great. Improving daily

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Jason Yates
Shalimar, Florida
Reported: 1 month 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: 1 month 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: 1 month 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: 1 month 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: 1 month 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: 1 month 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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Tim King
Pensacola, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Been kind of slow lately I'll send you a few trips we had

Tim King Pensacola, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Been kind of slow lately I'll send you a few trips we had

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Matthew Miller
Pensacola Beach, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Matthew Miller Pensacola Beach, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

This is from dec but they are just starting to show back up with the blackfin tuna in close.
8 over 100# were caught on the piers (Pcola & Navarre )
And 3 by boat,
Hooked ours around 7am , fought for a hr 15 min , at the end the angler just felt " dead weight " , we thought maybe it got 🦈 sharked, but it actually had a heart attack and was dead as a door nail!!!!
150# on a certified ifga scale, hooked it in 35ft , landed in 40ft. Crazy stuff!

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★★★★★
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
★★★★★
Our trip was great. Even though we couldn’t go into the Gulf because of very rough waters Captain Steve put us on some fish inshore while trolling. Myself and the kids had a blast. Captain Steve was very knowledgeable and personable as well. I would definitely recommend their operation to others.
Kevin K. | April 9, 2026

Trip: State Water Trolling/Bottom Fishing
★★★★★
Amazing day fishing with Jordan catching Spanish mackerel and trout!
Richard B. | April 8, 2026

Trip: Fishing The Florida Panhandle
★★★★★
I had two grandsons with me and the captain and crew were phenomenal. They took what should have been a bad day die to winds and turned it into a memory for the boys. I am glad we chose Jason and his team.
Jeffrey E. | April 7, 2026

Trip: State Water Trolling/Bottom Fishing

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