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Joshua R.
Callaway, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
4hr snapper trip. Red snapper are open ever Friday Saturday and Sunday on December as well
Joshua Riley
Joshua R. Callaway, Florida Reported 1 year ago
4hr snapper trip. Red snapper are open ever Friday Saturday and Sunday on December as well
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Cliff Atwell
Cliff A.
Destin, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
The federal boats got our Red Snapper Season extended to Dec 31st We are catching good Red Snapper ,Vermillion snapper and triggerfish on our 6hr and longer trips. We are open foe charter all through the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.
Cliff Atwell
Cliff A. Destin, Florida Reported 1 year ago
The federal boats got our Red Snapper Season extended to Dec 31st We are catching good Red Snapper ,Vermillion snapper and triggerfish on our 6hr and longer trips. We are open foe charter all through the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
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Wayne Alexander
Wayne A.
Niceville, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Last trip
Wayne Alexander
Wayne A. Niceville, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Last trip
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Matthew Champion
Matthew C.
Valparaiso, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Happy Thanksgiving!
Matthew Champion
Matthew C. Valparaiso, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Happy Thanksgiving!
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
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Dexter Early
Dexter E.
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
The youngest guy in the picture of three was 81 years old. I hope I'm as blessed as they are to still be able to do what I love to do at their age.
Dexter Early
Dexter E. Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported 1 year ago
The youngest guy in the picture of three was 81 years old. I hope I'm as blessed as they are to still be able to do what I love to do at their age.
Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
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Wayne Alexander
Wayne A.
Niceville, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
It is off-season right now and I have not run in the past couple weeks. the last time I went out was on my own and caught red grouper Almaco Jack, King mackerel triggerfish, Amber Jack and Vermilion snapper.
Wayne Alexander
Wayne A. Niceville, Florida Reported 1 year ago
It is off-season right now and I have not run in the past couple weeks. the last time I went out was on my own and caught red grouper Almaco Jack, King mackerel triggerfish, Amber Jack and Vermilion snapper.
Fishing in Niceville, Florida
Fishing in Niceville, Florida
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Alex Hare
Alex H.
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Plenty of mingo snappers, triggerfish, and occasional black snappers mixed in! Been some king mackerels and tuna around as well!!
Alex Hare
Alex H. Fort Walton Beach, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Plenty of mingo snappers, triggerfish, and occasional black snappers mixed in! Been some king mackerels and tuna around as well!!
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
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MIRANDA CORLETT
Miranda C.
Lynn Haven, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Sharks sharks sharks are biting in the bay. Black tips and sharp nose. Got 2 over slot red fish.
MIRANDA CORLETT
Miranda C. Lynn Haven, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Sharks sharks sharks are biting in the bay. Black tips and sharp nose. Got 2 over slot red fish.
Fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida
Fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida
Fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida
Fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida
Fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida
Fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida
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Robbie Broestler
Robbie B.
Niceville, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
The Gulf is producing good light tackle bottom fishing! Vermillion snapper and some keeper trigger fish still bitting good with our unusual warm temperatures. Red snapper are available for catch and keep on Friday through Sunday each weekend. Season on them closes on last weekend of November.
Robbie Broestler
Robbie B. Niceville, Florida Reported 1 year ago
The Gulf is producing good light tackle bottom fishing! Vermillion snapper and some keeper trigger fish still bitting good with our unusual warm temperatures. Red snapper are available for catch and keep on Friday through Sunday each weekend. Season on them closes on last weekend of November.
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
Fishing in Destin, Florida
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Nick Tate
Nick T.
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Bluewater bite right now is absolutely phenomenal
Nick Tate
Nick T. Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Bluewater bite right now is absolutely phenomenal
Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
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Recent Choctawhatchee Bay Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Nice people! Great experience! Will definitely be back! Thank you!!!!

    P. E. | July 15, 2026

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    Captain David was really friendly and had the knowledge it took to catch fish. He took extra time to show/teach 9 year old grandson how to catch 4 different species of saltwater fish. Thanks again captain.

    John H. | July 15, 2026

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    Hearh was awesome! I had a great time!

    Donna M. | July 15, 2026

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  • ★★★★★
    Awesome day. Caught some redfish, drum and a fish of a lifetime, huge Jack. Beautiful, comfortable boat. Lots of laughs.

    Leffie L. | July 7, 2026

    Trip: 30A 4 Hour Inshore Trip

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    David is a great captain with lots of experience and local knowledge. If you’re looking for a great time on the water, he’s your guy! We had a great time!

    Santiago M. | July 6, 2026

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    Mike did an outstanding job making it fun and took the time to show my son how to cast. My son is just learning to fish and my son had a great time!

    Levi S. | July 1, 2026

    Trip: 3-Hour Kids Fun Trip

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    What a great day on the water with Captain Trey …. he really put us on the fish … we caught Reds / Trout / and a 43 lb Black Drum … Captain Trey was awesome and worked hard for is all day

    Justin P. | June 30, 2026

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