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Bay Fishing Trips

100% (7) Guided by David
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $525
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Inshore Insanity

100% (3) Guided by Hunter
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $400
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats in Fort Walton Beach

Captain's Discretion

89% (9) Guided by Joey
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Inshore, River, Flats in Destin

Kayak Fishing With Dave And Crew

100% (3) Guided by David
13 ft 1 - 3 People From $350
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Fort Walton Beach

Destin Bay Fishing

89% (9) Guided by Joey
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $660
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Destin Inshore Adventure

100% (10) Guided by Seth
22 ft 1 - 6 People From $525
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Destin Gulf Fishing

100% (5) Guided by Kent
29 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach

Choctawhatchee Bay 4 Hour Inshore

100% (3) Guided by Stephen
21 ft 1 - 2 People From $600
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Bottom Fishing And Trolling

NEW Guided by Trevor
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $900
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Niceville

4hr Bay Fishing

NEW Guided by Thomas
22 ft 1 - 8 People From $595
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Inshore And Near Shore Fishing

NEW Guided by Thomas
23 ft 1 - 10 People From $1,020
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100% (1) Guided by Taylor
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,050
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Everything to Know About Booking a Choctawhatchee Bay live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Choctawhatchee Bay?

The best live bait fishing charters in Choctawhatchee Bay are:

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Choctawhatchee Bay with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 20 live bait fishing trips in Choctawhatchee Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Bay Fishing Trips guided by David, Inshore Insanity guided by Hunter, and Destin Inshore Adventure guided by Seth.

Our guides in Choctawhatchee Bay are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 3801 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 Choctawhatchee Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Choctawhatchee Bay.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Choctawhatchee Bay?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Choctawhatchee Bay as well as inshore fishing, flats fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Choctawhatchee Bay are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. spanish mackerel, 4. sheepshead, and 5. jack crevalle.

How much do Choctawhatchee Bay live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Choctawhatchee Bay can range anywhere from about $525 to $1,400, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Choctawhatchee Bay is $774. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Choctawhatchee Bay is $1,265.

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 Choctawhatchee Bay?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Choctawhatchee Bay is summer, and most anglers book their trips 8 days in advance.

Do I need a Choctawhatchee Bay fishing license and what are the bag limits in Choctawhatchee Bay?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Steve was excellent. He moved our fishing location to get better results. He was on time, friendly and knowledgable. He was great with my 2 grandkids, 8 and 10. We didn't catch much edible fish but caught quite a few others - 5 species in total. I would recommend Captain Steve and would choose him again if the occasion arises.

    Clyde H. | December 1, 2024

    Trip: Kids Trip

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    We highly recommend Captain Stephen! Best kids fishing trip ever & the spanish mackerel were soooo much fun to catch!!!

    Carrie W. | October 8, 2024

    Trip: Kids Trip

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    If you’re looking to have the BEST time fishing in Destin. Captain Dave is the ONLY choice. Best fishing experience I’ve ever had. It was tough fishing and very windy and he still managed to get us on fish and I caught my personal best redfish. Dave is a character and that made the trip so much better. Loved every second of it. Wish I had booked a longer trip! I’ll be back next year and I’m only booking with Dave again. Planning to go out multiple days next year with him. Couldn’t recommend his charter enough.

    Will B. | August 4, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Seth was very knowledgeable of the area and took us to some great fishing spots. Everybody had an excellent time and we got to catch some fish. We will definitely return again.

    Kasey B. | August 2, 2024

    Trip: Destin Inshore Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time, great conversation and tour guide. We caught a bunch of tuna and king mackerel! We highly recommend Kent!

    Jennifer L. | August 2, 2024

    Trip: Fishing Trips with Captain Kent

  • ★★★★★
    Great day and fish caught!

    Thomas M. | August 1, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Insanity

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great trip. Captain and crew did amazing at explaining things and getting us on some fish. He even had great recipe ideas for the fish we took home(after he cleaned them for us!) Highly recommend.

    Glendale H. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Fishing Trips with Captain Kent

  • ★★★★★
    Great time! Caught some nice sized eating fish! Great crew!

    Kolton H. | July 24, 2024

    Trip: Fishing Trips with Captain Kent

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip this morning. Captain is friendly and knowledgeable. Thanks for the fishing

    Robert E. | July 22, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Seth did a great job! He went above and beyond! We enjoyed our day and highly recommend!

    Ann M. | July 11, 2024

    Trip: Destin Gulf Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. Caught a good many fish, of different species.

    Jeff K. | June 30, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Hunter was our guide for the trip and was a pleasure to fish with. Very knowledgeable. New where to go, took care of our 2 teenage boys from baiting all our hooks to untangling the boys quite a few times with a smile. We enjoyed the trip and will be calling again ne t year when we come back.

    Jeffrey B. | June 29, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Insanity

  • ★★★★★
    It was a great trip. I caught some pretty fish and a stingray. Captain Seth was a great guide and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend this guide!

    Wiley W. | June 28, 2024

    Trip: Destin Inshore Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time. A bit too windy but caught lots of fish.

    Stanley M. | June 20, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Jimmy on the water today, he put us on the fish and we had a great time catching tons of speckled trout. Had two teenage girls with me and they had a great time also and Jimmy kept it light and entertaining the whole time. Couldn’t have asked for more. Will definitely look to have another trip with him soon. Thanks

    David P. | June 12, 2024

    Trip: Destin / PCB Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent trip! The boys loved it as well as my dad! They haven't stopped talking about it!

    Jared D. | June 10, 2024

    Trip: Destin Gulf Fishing

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