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Recently Booked Crab Fishing Charters In Fort Walton Beach, Fl

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Choctawhatchee Bay Inshore

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Family Fun ***CATCH & RELEASE***

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Destin 12 Hour Private Charter

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65 ft 1 - 30 People From $5,083
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Destin 10 Hour Private Charter

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65 ft 1 - 30 People From $4,236
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Destin 8 HR Private Fishing Charter

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Destin 6 HR Private Fishing Charter

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Destin Fishing Blitz

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Offshore Marlin Special

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42 ft 1 - 6 People From $4,700
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Everything to Know About Booking a Fort Walton Beach crab fishing charter

Why should I book a crab fishing charter in Fort Walton Beach with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 4 crab trips in Fort Walton Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are Choctawhatchee Bay Inshore guided by Zack, 2hr Kid Fishing (catch & Release) guided by Donald, and Family Fun Trip - *CATCH & RELEASE* guided by Donald.

Our guides in Fort Walton Beach are rated a 4.94 out of 5 based on 5945 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 crab guides / fishing lessons in Fort Walton Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly crab guides in Fort Walton Beach.

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

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for crab in Fort Walton Beach as well as nearshore fishing and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Fort Walton Beach are bottom fishing, drift fishing, and light tackle fishing but live bait fishing and artificial lure fishing are popular as well.

How much do Fort Walton Beach crab fishing charters cost?

Prices for crab in Fort Walton Beach can range anywhere from about $435 to $1,465, but the average price for a half day trip for crab in Fort Walton Beach is $563. The average price for a full day trip for crab in Fort Walton Beach is $1,375.

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 crab fishing in Fort Walton Beach?

The most popular season for crab fishing in Fort Walton Beach is summer, and most anglers book their trips 0 days in advance.

Do I need a Fort Walton Beach fishing license for crab and what are the bag limits for crab 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

  • ★★★★★
    It was an awesome trip . Our family really enjoyed Captain Don and the lady helping everyone with the bait and reels. I would highly recommend Captain Don’s fishing trip for families. Jeff

    Jeffery B. | July 22, 2025

    Trip: Family Fun ***CATCH & RELEASE***

  • ★★★★★
    We really enjoyed our fishing trip with Donald. He was so friendly and very patient. He helped each of us every time we needed bait and he helped us cast our rods. We all caught multiple fish and had a wonderful time. I highly recommend Donald for your next fishing trip!

    Sherry C. | March 28, 2025

    Trip: 2hr Kid Fishing (catch & Release)

  • ★★★★★
    Great Trip Donald is very good at what he does. We had a Great Time and caught a lot of fish.

    William S. | October 7, 2024

    Trip: 2hr Kid Fishing (catch & Release)

  • ★★★★★
    Don was awesome! we had a 4 and 7 year olds and he was very attentive to both. he wasn't overbearing like some captions and let us fish, but was on it if someone needed help. If you have kids and want to finish I highly recommend this charter!

    Jeff K. | July 30, 2024

    Trip: Family Fun ***CATCH & RELEASE***

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip with Captain Donald!! We caught a lot of fish and had a great time!! Highly recommend!!

    James L. | July 17, 2024

    Trip: Family Fun ***CATCH & RELEASE***

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