Flats Fishing Charters In Port St. Joe

Are you ready for an amazing fishing adventure in Apalachee Bay, Florida? Look no further than a trip with Captain Chris, on board his 23' Blackjack center console! You'll have the opportunity to target a wide variety of fish species throughout the year. Speckled and White Trout, Redfish, Sheepshead, Flounder, and Black Drum can be found in the waters of Apalachee Bay year-round. From April to November, Pompano, Spanish Mackerel, Ladyfish, and sharks are abundant, providing plenty of action and excitement. If you're looking for a real challenge and the chance to catch a trophy-sized fish, then book your trip for June, July, or August. During these months, the waters of Apalachee Bay are teeming with Tripletail, and you'll have the best chance to reel in one of these elusive and tasty fish. Don't worry if you're new to fishing or don't have your own gear - Captain Chris will provide all the necessary equipment for your trip, including rods, reels, and bait. He'll also show you the best spots to find the fish and share his expert tips and techniques to help you catch more fish. Whether you're an experienced angler or just looking for a fun day out on the water with friends or family, a fishing trip with Captain Chris is the perfect choice. So book your trip today and get ready for an unforgettable experience on the beautiful waters of Apalachee Bay, Florida! Read More

Gigging on your bucket list? Let Capt Chris take you on a trip of a lifetime! Gigging is a very unique and exceptionally fun way to harvest tasty inshore fish along the shallows of the Florida panhandle! Its also a great way to "beat the heat" during the hot summer months! These charters typically begin at dusk. Average water depths are 1 to 4 feet. We will provide you with all of the necessary gigging gear as well as teaching your crew the proper techniques. If gigging is on your bucket list, there's no better trip than this one! Join Captain Chris for a fun an easy way to stack Flounder and beat the heat during the hot summer months. On this six-hour trip, you'll explore the shallow inshore waters of Apalachee Bay, FL at night, using underwater LEDs to spotlight the flatfish so that you can spear 'em! With room for up to four guests, you'll have a fantastic time targeting Flounder and other species that come out at night. On board Captain Chris' 25' Pathfinder center console, you'll have an experienced guide to show you the best spots to find Flounder and provide all the necessary equipment, including gigging gear and a high-powered light. And once you catch your limit, Captain Chris can clean your fish for you. This fishing adventure is perfect for families or groups of friends looking for a unique and thrilling way to spend the night. So, pack your warm clothes and get ready to gig some Flounder with Captain Chris! Book your trip today for an unforgettable experience on the waters of Apalachee Bay, Florida. Read More

Looking for an exciting and unique fishing adventure? Captain Chris invites you to join him on a 6-hour Tripletail fishing trip in Apalachicola, Florida! With room for up to four guests, you'll have an unforgettable time targeting one of the most prized game fish in the area. The adventure involves cruising the waters of Apalachicola Bay, looking for floating debris where Tripletail like to hide, then casting live bait or lures to entice them to bite. It's an exciting and challenging way to fish, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to catch a trophy-sized fish. On board Captain Chris's 25' Pathfinder center console, you'll have an experienced guide to show you the best spots to find Tripletail and provide all the necessary equipment, including live bait and lures. And once you catch your limit, Captain Chris can clean your fish for you. This fishing adventure is perfect for families or groups of friends looking for a unique and thrilling way to spend the day. So, pack your sunscreen and get ready to catch some Tripletail with Captain Chris! Book your trip today for an unforgettable experience on the waters of Apalachicola, Florida. Read More

The most popular trip booked is the four hour inshore trip. It is a good amount of time to pursue the different types of fish that are bitting or are in season. The five and six hour trips are usually booked with intentions of ether half the trip inshore and other nearshore, or the entire trip nearshore. This extended time gives the capt. the opportunity to make a further ride and more time to provide you a better catch of fish. After leaving the dock it’s a short trip to where we will be stopping to buy/catch live bait for your trip. Depending on the trip booked we will usually ride anywhere from 5 to 30 min to the fishing grounds. Longer rides are the nearshore trips. The tackle most commonly used on the inshore trips are light tackle 3000-4000 spinning reels with 20lb braid. Nearshore tackle consists of two different types of reels using 6000 shimano spinning reels and conventional reels are shimano torium 20pg with 50lb mono. The boat is a 22’ Cape Horn bay. Boat has dry storage to put your things - cell/wallet etc. Has all up to-date coastguard safety equipment. Additional cooler storage is available if you need to store more drinks or food. The trip usually starts out with a plan. Expectations of how the trip is supposed to turn out, what you’re supposed to catch sometime changes. You never know what is going to happen or what you’re going to catch. We strive to be prepared for every thing to ensure that your trip is comfortable and exciting. Read More

Come on down to Panama City Beach, Florida, and experience an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Keith! On this 4-hour trip, Captain Keith will help you and your angling buddies target a variety of species, including Bluefish, Flounder, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Speckled Trout / Spotted Seatrout, and Tripletail. No matter your age or skill level, this is the trip for you. It is especially good for children! You will fish the backwaters, flats, and/or docks. You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Keith’s 22-foot Center console with one 200 HP engine. She can accommodate up to four anglers, so make sure you bring some good company! This boat is also equipped with a fishfinder and a wireless trolling motor, among other amenities. Captain Keith will provide all licenses, rods, reels, tackle, lures, live bait, and drinks. You can bring food and drinks of your own too. Don’t forget a cooler to take home your day’s catch, sunscreen, and a hat. Otherwise, get ready for an action-packed day of fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida, with Captain Keith! Read More

Looking for a unique and exciting fishing adventure? Join Captain Chris for a 6-hour scalloping trip in the warm, shallow waters of Apalachee Bay! With room for four to six people, you'll have a blast catching Florida Bay Scallop, one of the state's most beloved delicacies. This adventure involves snorkeling in about 3 to 8 feet of water, using a dip net or your hands to catch these tasty shellfish. With the season running from Jul 1 to Sep 24 in Franklin and Wakulla Counties, and from Aug 16 to Sep 24 in Gulf County (Port St Joe), you'll have plenty of opportunities to catch a delicious meal. Onboard Captain Chris' 25' Pathfinder center console, you'll have an experienced guide to show you the best spots to find scallops and provide all the necessary equipment, including dip nets and snorkeling gear. This trip is perfect for families or groups of friends looking for a unique and fun way to spend the day. So, pack your sunscreen, grab your snorkeling gear, and get ready to catch some scallops with Captain Chris! Book your trip today for an unforgettable Florida experience. Read More