Inshore Fishing Charters In Fort Walton Beach

Head out with Captain James and for a memorable day out on the Emerald Coast! Pensacola is the perfect spot to go after exciting inshore species in the bays and canals, or venture out into the Gulf for some big catches. On this 6 to 12 -hour trip, Captain James will cruise you through the beautiful Pensacola inshores or take you up to 9 miles offshore to go after some Black Grouper, Cobia, Gag Grouper, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Redfish, and Sheepshead. You'll be targeting these fish using light tackle or doing some bottom fishing. Don't get discouraged if the fishing is slow; Captain James knows over 950 fishing hotspots in the area so he'll get you to another one in no time for a fresh start! You’ll be fishing aboard a 26’ Glacier Bay Canyon Runner center console that can hold up to 6 guests. All ages are welcome aboard, and this vessel will get you where you need to be on the Pensacola coast with ease! She comes complete with all the essential navigational and safety equipment. Captain James will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. All you need to bring is polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and any food or drinks you might want out on the water. Book your trip and come experience world-famous Florida fishing! Read More

Take your kids out on the water and get them hooked on fishing! Captain Mike will teach them how to fish in the calm waters of Choctawhatchee Bay and maybe even the gulf on days where it isn't too choppy. This is mainly a catch and release trip but if you catch something worth eating, Captain Mike will filet it and let you take it home for dinner! On this easygoing trip, your little ones will be targeting Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish, Sheepshead, and Speckled Trout. Captain Mike primarily uses live bait, but he can easily accommodate fly and artificial fishermen as well. These fish are perfect for beginners and will provide a captivating fishing experience for kids! If you don’t want to keep the fish, Captain Mike is experienced in CPR fishing – “Catch, Photo, Release”. This way, you’ll ensure you do minimal harm to the fish you catch, which will then be safely released back into its natural habitat. From the first-time angler to the skilled professional, Captain Mike will do his best to keep you on the fish and put a smile on your face. Don't forget to bring your favorite snacks, drinks, and a tip for your guide. All the fishing equipment for your group is provided by the Captain, along with fishing licenses for all occupants of the boat. Book your trip and Captain Mike will take care of the rest! Read More

Head out for a fast-paced, fun-filled trip to visit the flats and honey holes around Pensacola Beach and wear out the fish with Captain Corey! Captain Corey is a master at getting his clients on 3 Big Three: Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder. He also knows how to get you on a bunch of other fun species like Black Drum, Sheepshead, and many more. No matter what the day brings or what your preferences are Captain Corey will meet you with his 24' Blazer bay boat fully loaded with not only all the gear and bait you could possibly need but also with a great attitude and birth of fishing knowledge to ensure you catch you limit! Thus, all you need to bring is your sun protection, snacks and drinks, and your camera, and let Captain Corey take care of the rest. Read More

Hop on board with Captain Nick and prepare for an action-packed day of offshore fishing! Destin is the perfect spot to enjoy beautiful beaches and catch some big fish! On this 4 to 5-hour trip, Captain Nick will take you to the Destin inshores where you'll be targeting Redfish and Speckled Trout. All you need to use for these fish is classic light tackle. Whether you're an expert or a beginner, Captain Nick will show you some expert tips to help get one on the line! Captain Nick fishes aboard a 23’ Cape Horn bay boat with a capacity for 4 people. Powered by a 225 HP Yamaha engine, this vessel will get you where you need to be to start casting lines! The do-it-all vessel is complete with GPS, a Fishfinder, Snorkeling Equipment, a Live Bait Well, a Wireless Trolling Motor, and an Ice Box to store your catches. Captain Nick will even clean your fish for you for no extra charge! Captain Nick will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. All you need to bring is any food or drinks you might want. Book your trip today and get ready to catch some fish! Read More

Climb aboard with Captain Joshua for an action-packed day of fishing under the Florida sun! Niceville offers convenient access to Florida Panhandle inshores with excellent year-round fishing. On this 3 to 6-hour trip, Captain Joshua will keep you close to the dock in the Rocky Bayou or bring you out into the Choctawhatchee Bay where you'll be fishing for Black Drum, Bluefish, Flounder, Red Snapper, Redfish, Sheepshead, Spanish Mackerel, Speckled Trout, and Tarpon. All you'll need is classic light tackle to get one of these fish on the line. Growing up on the Choctawhatchee Bay, Captain Joshua is sure to get you some bites! Captain Joshua runs a 22’ Century center console with a capacity for 4 people. Equipped with a 225 HP Yamaha engine, it'll get you to where the fish are biting in a hurry! This do-it-all vessel is complete with GPS, Fishfinder, a Live Bait Well, Snorkeling Equipment, a Wireless Trolling Motor, and an Ice Box to store your catches. Captain Joshua will also clean your catches for you free of charge. Captain Joshua will provide all rods, reels, tackle and live bait. You're recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food and drinks you might want out on the water. These sunny trips can host up to 4 people, so make sure to bring some good company! Read More

Hop on board with Captain Robbie and prepare for an action-packed day of fishing the Florida Panhandle! Destin fishing is world-famous for a reason, and the inshore and nearshore Destin waters are perfect for chasing some exciting catches not too far from the dock. On this 4-hour trip, Captain Robbie will take you through the inshore flats and bay systems around Destin where you can target a huge selection of fish including Blacktip Shark, Florida Pompano, Flounder, Redfish and Speckled Trout. On beautifully calm days, Captain Robbie can occasionally take you out on the Gulf side to target Gag Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Vermilion Snapper and more. To target these fish, you'll be using a variety of techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling and jigging. Whichever type of fish you want to catch, Captain Robbie will get you set up with the best method! You’ll be fishing aboard a 21' Cape Horn center console with a 250 HP Yamaha engine and enough seating to accommodate up to 4 passengers comfortably. This vessel is equipped with GPS, a Fishfinder, Tuna Tower, a Live Bait Well, and an ice box to store your catches. Captain Robbie will happily clean any keepers for no additional cost! Captain Robert will provide all rods, reels, tackle and live bait. All you need to bring is sunscreen and any food or drinks you might need. Climb aboard with Captain Robbie! Read More

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Head out for a quick afternoon trip to visit the flats and honey holes around Pensacola Beach to wear out the fish with Captain Corey! Captain Corey is a master at getting his clients on 3 Big Three: Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder. He also knows how to get you on a bunch of other fun species like Black Drum, Sheepshead, and many more. No matter what the day brings or what your preferences are Captain Corey will meet you with his 24' Blazer bay boat fully loaded with not only all the gear and bait you could possibly need but also with a great attitude and birth of fishing knowledge to ensure you catch you limit! Thus, all you need to bring is your sun protection, snacks and drinks, and your camera, and let Captain Corey take care of the rest. Read More

Inshore bay fishing for Redfish is Captain Josh's all-time favorite way to fish, and that's really saying something, considering how much fishing he's done. There's truly no better way to enjoy the water and get some great fights that hooking Bull Reds in shallow water. In addition to Redfish, there's also a good chance you'll hook Black Drum, Sheepshead, Spotted Seatrout, Ladyfish, and more on this trip. On this trip, you'll be casting lures and baits, especially shrimp under popping corks, to draw in big bites. When a Red hits that hook, get ready for a tussle! These fish make great runs, and will do their best to tire you out before you bring them over the rail. You'll be fishing aboard Captain Joshua's 25' Sea Hunt bay boat, which is perfectly suited to inshore fishing! She features a 300-HP Yamaha engine to get you out on the best fishing grounds fast, and also has a bathroom to keep you fishing. In addition, she sports multiple live wells for bait, plus a full suite of Simrad electronics and a trolling motor to sneak up on the fish! Everything you need, from rods and reels to bait and tackle, is included! All you need to bring is proper clothing and a smile—no sunscreen needed on a night trip! Read More

Join Captain David for your unforgettable fishing experience in the Choctawhatchee Bay along the Emerald Coast - the proximity of the Gulf Stream brings large prestigious game fish right to our doorstep, while the bountiful shallows along Florida's Coast provide a great variety of inshore species. On this trip you'll be exploring the calm waters of Choctawhatchee Bay and the intercoastal waterways as you search for redfish, speckled trout, and other inshore bay species. Our experienced guide will take you to grass flats, oyster beds, docks, bridges, and jetties, providing the perfect setting for a memorable fishing adventure. We also offer a great option to Introduce young children to the wonders of the worlds luckiest fishing village with our 2-hour specialized Kids Trip/Catch and Release service at ECBC. Your little ones will enjoy an exciting adventure filled with boating, saltwater fishing, and the opportunity to see incredible SeaLife such as sea turtles and dolphins. It's the perfect experience to create lasting memories for the whole family. With light tackle and live bait, you’re guaranteed a successful and enjoyable fishing experience. Our fishing boat is a 22 ft Cape Horn flats center console boat restored in 2018 with a 2021 Yamaha 150 HP outboard motor. She will accommodate up to 4 adults, we do allow 5 guests if there are 3 or 4 children in your group. Captain David has over 20 years of Fishing Experience in the Destin, FL area which includes 12+ years as a Professional Guide. With the knowledge from his experience, he will take you to the hottest fishing spots in the area. Captain David offers a variety of fishing trips for anglers of any skill level and also provides a great experience for families with young kids looking to enjoy their day outdoors along the Beautiful Emerald Coast. We specialize in targeting Trout, Redfish, and other local species. Our goal is to give you an enjoyable, safe, and memorable fishing experience that you will never forget. Hop aboard with Emerald Coast Bay Charters in Destin Florida today! Read More

Are you ready for a fish that will test your strength, stamina, and fishing skill? If you can handle the challenge, the “Silver King” is the fish for you. The majestic Tarpon has become the most sought-after game fish in Florida—especially between June and July. During this short window, these mammoth fish move up and down the coast, hunting for food. Tides, weather, and the phases of the moon play essential roles in Tarpon behavior, but in the spring and early summer these kings of the inshore are always hungry, biting on both live and artificial bait. Get out there and test yourself against these prime gamefish with Captain Marvin, an experienced Tarpon fisherman and one of our top guides in Northwest Florida. On the day of the trip, you'll set out aboard Captain Marvin's 22' Cape Horn bay boat—a perfect vessel for fishing the Florida inshore. It's equipped with everything you could possibly need for a successful and comfortable trip, including GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, and an Ice Box for your eating fish. Captain Marvin will provide everything you need, including top-of-the-line rods, reels, bait, and tackle, so that all you have to do is cast out, hook up, and then hold on for the fight of your life! To maximize your time on the water, make sure to bring proper clothing, a hat, sunscreen, and a camera! Any trip with Captain Marv is sure to be picture-worthy, and Tarpon are a particularly photogenic fish. Read More

Climb aboard with Captain Joshua for an amazing day filled with activities! Choctawhatchee Bay is the do-it-all spot for fishing, snorkeling, dolphin watching and more. You can even venture over to Crab Island, a beautiful turquoise shallow water flat where you can wade around and socialize with other boats! On this 3 to 5-hour trip, Captain Joshua will bring you out into the Choctawhatchee Bay where you can wander around with snorkeling equipment and fishing poles ready to go. All you'll need is classic light tackle to target some Black Drum, Bluefish, Flounder, Red Snapper, Redfish, Sheepshead, Spanish Mackerel, Speckled Trout, and Tarpon. Growing up on the Choctawhatchee Bay, Captain Joshua is sure to get you some bites! Captain Joshua runs a 22’ Century center console with a capacity for 4 people. Equipped with a 225 HP Yamaha engine, it'll take you between fishing and snorkeling spots with no problem! This do-it-all vessel is complete with GPS, Fishfinder, a Live Bait Well, a Wireless Trolling Motor, and an Ice Box to store your catches. Captain Joshua will also clean your catches for you free of charge. Captain Joshua will provide all rods, reels, tackle, live bait and snorkeling equipment. You're recommended to bring a swimsuit, sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food and drinks you might want out on the water. These sunny trips can host up to 4 people, so make sure to bring some good company! Read More