Destin Florida Fishing Charters

Trips they run

• OffshoreUsually farther from shore than bay trips
• InshoreBay and back-water fishing
• Nearshore & reefUsually closer in than offshore trips
• FlatsShallow-water fishing
• Family friendlyTheir website mentions kids or families
• Full dayLonger trip. Ask the captain how long

What they fish for

• Cobia
• Tarpon
• Redfish
• Speckled trout
• Barracuda
• Amberjack
• Mahi-mahi
• Snook
• Flounder
• Sailfish
• Marlin
• Sheepshead
• Spanish mackerel
• Mangrove snapper
• Jack crevalle
• Vermilion snapper
• Triggerfish
• Black drum
• Swordfish
• Wahoo
• King mackerel
• Blackfin tuna
• Red snapper
• Gag grouper
• Permit
• Bonefish
• Red grouper
• Blacktip shark
• Bull shark

Taken from what the charter lists on its own website, so it may not be every fish they catch. Ask the captain about anything you're hoping to target. Tap a fish for its Florida season and limits.

Good to ask when you call

• What will we likely catch in the month I'm going?
• How long is the trip, and what time do we leave?
• Is bait, tackle and a fishing license included?
• Can we keep and clean our catch?
• What's the cancellation policy if the weather turns?