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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Fort Walton Beach

Captain's Discretion

89% (9) Guided by Joey
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $720
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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Fort Walton Beach

Badass Overnight Bluewater

NEW Guided by Justin
34 ft 1 - 12 People From $5,800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Fort Walton Beach

Reel In Happiness Offshore Trip

100% (1) Guided by Bob
32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Fort Walton Beach

Crab Island, Dolphin, Beach Tours

NEW Guided by Zack
23 ft 1 - 18 People From $500
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Fort Walton Beach

FWB Quick Run

100% (1) Guided by Cory
26 ft 1 - 5 People From $760
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in Fort Walton Beach

Gulf Fishing Adventure

89% (9) Guided by Joey
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $720
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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Fort Walton Beach

Bad-to-the-Bone Full Day Trip

NEW Guided by Justin
34 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,900
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Fort Walton Beach

Nearshore/Offshore Trip

NEW Guided by Darryll
35 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,000
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Fort Walton Beach

Bay Fishing Trip

89% (9) Guided by Joey
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $680
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Fort Walton Beach

Chasing Lunkers Offshore Trip

NEW Guided by Justin
34 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,900
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

8 Hour Offshore Federal Boat

NEW Guided by Jeff
32 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,599
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Nearshore Fishing Charter near Fort Walton Beach

Shark Fishing Charter

100% (4) Guided by Katie
34 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,104
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What are the best artificial lure fishing charters in Fort Walton Beach?

The best artificial lure fishing charters in Fort Walton Beach are:

Why should I book an artificial lure fishing charter in Fort Walton Beach with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 94 artificial lure fishing trips in Fort Walton Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are Captain's Discretion guided by , Badass Overnight Bluewater guided by , and Bay Fishing Trip guided by .

Our guides in Fort Walton Beach are rated a 4.87 out of 5 based on 4356 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly artificial lure fishing guides / fishing lessons in Fort Walton Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in Fort Walton Beach.

What types of artificial lure fishing charters are common in Fort Walton Beach?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for artificial lure fishing in Fort Walton Beach as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for artificial lure fishing in Fort Walton Beach are: 1. red snapper, 2. spanish mackerel, 3. mangrove snapper, 4. gag grouper, and 5. cobia.

How much do Fort Walton Beach artificial lure fishing charters cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in Fort Walton Beach can range anywhere from about $913 to $7,200, but the average price for a half day trip for artificial lure fishing in Fort Walton Beach is $1,667. The average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in Fort Walton Beach is $4,634.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a artificial lure fishing charter in Fort Walton Beach?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing charter in Fort Walton Beach is summer, and most anglers book their trips 23 days in advance.

Do I need a Fort Walton Beach fishing license and what are the bag limits in Fort Walton Beach?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Fort Walton Beach, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Fort Walton Beach. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Fort Walton Beach.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent trip. Captain Brandon was outstanding.

    Zachary S. | April 10, 2025

    Trip: 30A 4 Hour Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great time and excellent fisherman!! Thank you, Captain Robbie!

    Cassie W. | April 9, 2025

    Trip: Destin Surf Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was perfect! Great Crew!

    Jeantte M. | March 27, 2025

    Trip: Destin Gulf Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Had an excellent morning catching multi-species of fish. First time ocean fishing with my four sons during spring break. 4 hour trip start to finish yielded a total of 40ish fish. Highly recommended. Capt Cory cleaned our catches right at the dock.

    Matthew S. | March 26, 2025

    Trip: FWB Quick Run

  • ★★★★★
    Great captain!! Super knowledgeable, great conversation and company. Would highly recommend

    Rory S. | March 24, 2025

    Trip: Fisherman’s Special

  • ★★★★★
    Great guy, put us on fish. Had a blast

    Jayden N. | March 10, 2025

    Trip: Inshore Insanity Santa Rosa Beach

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great day of fishing. Captain Kent and his wife worked very hard to ensure we caught fish. We trolled out in the gulf and caught 6 nice amberjacks, which we had to release since they were out of season. He then movers us to an area that had some structure to it and we hit 3 nice false tuna and 1 large fish that eventually threw the hook. Captain Kent filleted the tuna for us once docked and told us to eat them blackened, which turned out very tasty. We plan on using him again next year when we come back.

    David K. | February 26, 2025

    Trip: Fishing Trips with Captain Kent

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Pasco today. We highly recommend Pasco! He worked hard to keep us on fish the whole time. We lost quite a few but that was on us, not Pasco. We plan to look him up again when we're back in town!

    Michael B. | February 22, 2025

    Trip: Blackwater Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    My fishing trip with Captain Kent and his wife Bobbi was an incredible experience from start to finish. They both made us feel welcome and comfortable, with Captain Kent expertly guiding us to the best fishing spots, while Bobbi shared her knowledge of the area and tips helped us reel in some impressive catches, we had everything we needed. Not only did he take us to prime fishing spots, but he also shared delicious recipes for preparing our catch, making the experience even more special. Along the way, he pointed out dolphins playing in the water and fighter jets take off from the airport. Their teamwork and hospitality truly set this trip apart, and it was a pleasure to spend the morning with such a friendly and knowledgeable duo on the water.

    Stephanie A. | January 2, 2025

    Trip: Destin Gulf Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Kent was great and we had a great time.

    Paul F. | December 31, 2024

    Trip: Destin Gulf Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Hunter was great! He was prepped and ready to go for a 2 hr trip and we were immediately catching fish. We had 3 tween girls with us and he made it easy, enjoyable and educational. They had a blast and enjoyed their catch for dinner that night!

    Dave C. | November 30, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Insanity Santa Rosa Beach

  • ★★★★★
    Great time for some first timers! Tyler and Allen were awesome with their instruction and knowledge about the sport. We will be back!!

    Stephanie R. | November 28, 2024

    Trip: Fishing with Capt Tyler 4-12hrs!

  • ★★★★★
    Very Knowledgable, Very personable, absolutely recommend Captain David. We have had several bay fishing trips and deep sea trips, David was hands down one of the very best. We will absolutely use him again!

    Chris G. | October 13, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Wonderful guide and day of fishing. David knew every place to catch a fish on the bay and we did some damage. :-)

    Rob L. | September 21, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    5 Stars! Capt Katie and her deck hand Nick (amazing young man) gave us a wonderful day of fishing on the Gulf. Her hospitality, knowledge of fishing in the Gulf and patient instruction made for a very enjoyable and interesting trip. We trolled for mackerel and did some bottom fishing for shark, which unexpectedly got us a red snapper plus a good size shark. For me it was a welcome return to nearshore fishing and for my son, a new experience. I highly recommend a trip with Capt Katie. She is keeping the spirit of Destin, the luckiest fishing village in the world, alive and well. You will not be disappointed.

    Stephen J. | September 16, 2024

    Trip: Captain’s Choice: Troll + Shark

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip caught a ton of fishes

    Agustin B. | September 3, 2024

    Trip: State Water Trolling/Bottom Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    All around Fantastic experience and Jason is very knowledgable and a great time. Will definitely book with Jason and time off charters again next year.

    Johnny H. | August 17, 2024

    Trip: State Water Trolling/Bottom Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Taylor was very knowledge and so nice! He is very dedicated to his passion.

    Jennifer V. | August 12, 2024

    Trip: 10 hour Extreme Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    If you don’t book with Jayson you shouldn’t even come to Destin. You might as well cancel your entire trip if you don’t book with Jayson. I’d rather spend 4 hours fishing with Jayson than 7 days at the beach because I’d spend those 7 days seeing Jayson crash through the waves catching fish as big as a small child. If it ain’t Jay-son I ain’t gonna pay-son!

    Jordan A. | August 8, 2024

    Trip: Captain's Discretion

  • ★★★★★
    This was an awesome experience for me and my family. Hats off to Captain Robert, Tj and Steve. What an excellent crew!! We will definitely book with them again.

    Derrick G. | August 7, 2024

    Trip: 5 Hour Destin Trip

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