Valparaiso Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Sam Yozviak with Salty Sam’s Charters
Okaloosa Island, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Everyone caught fish!

Sam Yozviak with Salty Sam’s Charters Okaloosa Island, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Everyone caught fish!

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Robert Fulton
Destin, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Good bite!

Robert Fulton Destin, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Good bite!

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Patrick Riggs
Destin, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

A couple of pics from the last couple of trips

Patrick Riggs Destin, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

A couple of pics from the last couple of trips

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Tim Baxter with T and T Enterprises of Destin
Destin, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Fish are biting good on 4-6 hr trips, Red Grouper, vermillion snapper, and trigger fish are the targets right now

Tim Baxter with T and T Enterprises of Destin Destin, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Fish are biting good on 4-6 hr trips, Red Grouper, vermillion snapper, and trigger fish are the targets right now

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Robbie Broestler
Niceville, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

I get and see has the Spanish mackerel here in our bay and pass any day now. The pompano migration will show here in just a few more days as well. We have been catching sheephead of world class size and good Gulf bottom fish like scamp grouper, red grouper,...

Robbie Broestler Niceville, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

I get and see has the Spanish mackerel here in our bay and pass any day now. The pompano migration will show here in just a few more days as well.
We have been catching sheephead of world class size and good Gulf bottom fish like scamp grouper, red grouper, and vermillion snapper lately.

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Marvin Glasgow
Ponce de Leon, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Trout and redfish bite has been great with the cooler weather

Marvin Glasgow Ponce de Leon, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Trout and redfish bite has been great with the cooler weather

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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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★★★★★
Kyle was a very skilled captain. Found many fish for us
Susan E. | April 30, 2026

Trip: Destin Trolling & Bottom Fishing
★★★★★
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

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

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