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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Fort Walton Beach

Captain's Discretion

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $720
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Nearshore Fishing in Fort Walton Beach

Fort Walton Beach Shark Slam

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $720
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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Fort Walton Beach

Reel In Happiness Offshore Trip

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
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Deep Sea Fishing in Fort Walton Beach

Chasing Lunkers Offshore Trip

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34 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,900
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Deep Sea Fishing in Fort Walton Beach

Badass Overnight Bluewater

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34 ft 1 - 12 People From $4,600
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Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Fort Walton Beach

Gulf Fishing Adventure

99% (90)
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $720

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Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Fort Walton Beach

10 Hour Extended Offshore

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47 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,000
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Fort Walton Beach

FWB Quick Run

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26 ft 1 - 5 People From $760
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Fort Walton Beach

6 Hour Destin Offshore

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47 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,800
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Fort Walton Beach

8 Hour Full Day

100% (8)
47 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,400
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Fort Walton Beach

Bay Fishing Trip

99% (90)
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $680
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Deep Sea Fishing in Fort Walton Beach

Bad-to-the-Bone Full Day Trip

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34 ft 1 - 6 People From $3,200
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Everything to Know About Booking a Fort Walton Beach live bait fishing charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 117 live bait fishing trips in Fort Walton Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are Badass Overnight Bluewater guided by Justin, 10 hour extended offshore guided by Jonathan, and FWB Quick Run guided by Cory.

Our guides in Fort Walton Beach are rated a 4.84 out of 5 based on 5094 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Fort Walton Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Fort Walton Beach.

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

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

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Fort Walton Beach are: 1. red snapper, 2. mahi mahi, 3. mangrove snapper, 4. vermillion snapper, and 5. spanish mackerel.

How much do Fort Walton Beach live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Fort Walton Beach can range anywhere from about $950 to $7,476, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Fort Walton Beach is $1,679. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Fort Walton Beach is $4,638.

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 live bait fishing charter in Fort Walton Beach?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Fort Walton Beach is summer, and most anglers book their trips 29 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

  • ★★★★★
    Our family of 4 had a great trip with Captain Chris! He can find the fish! When we didn’t have luck with trolling, we switched to bottom fishing. Then we were catching a fish within seconds of dropping our line!

    Rita B. | July 10, 2025

    Trip: Destin Offshore Hook-Up

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with fellow Texan Caption Colby. We would definitely recommend him. Captain Colby was very knowledgeable and great with the kids!

    Shannon D. | July 8, 2025

    Trip: Gulf Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Cory was a perfect fit for our tired vacationing family. He knew exactly were to find the fish that would make our experience exciting. He has a wealth of knowledge for the area that made the trip educational and exciting to be in his boat. Thank you Cory for a lovely morning fishing trip.

    Julia R. | July 8, 2025

    Trip: FWB Quick Run

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience! Put us on fish quick and give us every opportunity to catch fish!

    Vittorio D. | July 6, 2025

    Trip: Destin Bottom Fishing and Trolling!

  • ★★★★★
    Had an amazing time with Jason and his crew! Highly recommend going on a trip with them, my son is 6 and it’s all he has been talking about. My family already has another trip booked

    Cody G. | July 5, 2025

    Trip: State Water Trolling/Bottom Fishing

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