Port St. Joe Fishing Charters

Embark on an unforgettable fishing adventure with Captain Josh's Gulf Fishing experience. You'll be using live and cut bait to bottom fish near to off shore reefs, wrecks and ledges. On the longer trips you can also troll for kingfish as well! You'll be exploring the Offshore state waters off Panama City Beach Captain Josh likes to run up and down the coast exploring 50 miles stretch of gulf waters to the east and west of PCB! And trust me he'll move up and down the coast till he puts you on the fish! Join Captain Josh aboard his top-of-the-line 24 ft Sea Pro Center Console, as he guides you through some of the richest fishing grounds in the area. With a keen eye for the best spots, Captain Josh specializes in reeling in the prized bottom fish species like Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, possibly even a Scamp grouper aswell! You'll also be targeting snapper species like Red Snapper and Vermilions out the wazoo! Equipped with light tackle gear and live bait, each excursion promises thrilling encounters with these prized species. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a novice enthusiast, Captain Josh ensures a tailored experience, catering to all skill levels and preferences. Feel the rush of adrenaline as you battle with these renowned game fish against the stunning backdrop of Panama City Beach's coastal beauty. Make memories to last a lifetime with Captain Josh's Inshore Fishing Trips. Book your adventure today and prepare for an unmatched fishing experience filled with excitement, camaraderie, and the thrill of the catch! Read More

There’s nothing like spending quality time on the water with a rod in your hands, and there's no better place for it than Panama City Beach! Head out with Captain Justin for a wonderful day on the water, chasing Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Triggerfish, and more! Whether you’re fishing with family, friends, or coworkers, Captain Justin is adept at handling all skill levels and is able to customize your trip to your preferences. On this trip, you'll fish the entire water column, chasing bites from topwater species such as Kingfish and Mahi as well as reef species like Triggerfish and Grouper. Using different techniques like this ensures that you'll have a successful day and come home with good photos, great memories, and a full cooler! You'll be fishing from the deck of Captain Justin's 23' Sportsman 227 bay boat. This puppy comes equipped with a powerful 150-HP Yamaha outboard, plus a range of amenities to enhance your experience. This boat is perfect for a family fishing trip, with a T-Top for shade, Simrad electronics, and multiple live wells for bait. Captain Justin will provide you with all the equipment, tackle, and bait you need, plus ice for your food, drinks & fish. He'll also clean and bag your fish for you at the end of the day! All you need to bring is your sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, sunglasses, any food & drinks you'd like to enjoy onboard. Beer is welcome, but please—no hard liquor or wine, and no glass containers. If you've got Captain Justin at the wheel, your fishing adventure will surely be one to remember! Read More

If you’re looking for an experienced guide with a successful track record on the water, you’re in the right place. Captain Stephen has fished the waters surrounding Panama City Beach since he was a young kid and knows exactly where the fish bite! On this 10-hour trip, you’ll be targeting coveted Red Snapper! You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Stephen’s 45-foot custom-built sportfisher. She has twin 350 HP Detroit engines, so you’ll get to your fishing destination in no time! She also boasts air conditioning, a GPS, fishfinder, live bait well, kitchen, refrigerator, and ice box. This vessel can hold up to 15 people, so make sure you bring some good angling buddies! Don’t forget to bring food and drinks for the day as well as sunscreen and a hat. Captain Stephen will provide all rods, reels, tackle, lures, and fishing licenses. Live bait is included in the cost of the trip. Prepare yourself for an action-packed day on the water with Captain Stephen! Read More

Come have some serious fun and explore some of the most prolific waters in the area with Captain Joe! You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Joe's 41-foot Infiniti sportfisher equipped with air conditioning, GPS, fishfinder, live bait well, refrigerator, multimedia system, and an ice box, among other amenities. Regardless of the trip option you choose (6, 8, 10, or 12-hour), you’ll have a great time bottom fishing for some epic catches! **6-Hour Trip** Have a blast on our shorter trip where you will have an opportunity to bring in some epic catches! **8-Hour Trip** Experience deep sea fishing like never before on this offshore excursion off of the Florida Panhandle coast! You'll be going up to 20–25 miles from shore to bottom fish for various species. **10-Hour Trip** This trip is perfect for anglers who love fishing the deep sea! Go 25–35 miles from the coast to bottom fish for various reef species. *12-Hour Trip* On this trip, you'll travel 25–40 miles from shore to target a range of species. Captain Joe will provide all rods, reels, tackle, lures, a first mate, and live bait (which you will spend the first 20-30 minutes catching). Remember to bring food and drinks for the day, a cooler with ice to take home your day’s catch, , (fish processing at the dockside market is available for an added fee.) Bring your kids or your angling buddies and head out to a fishing adventure to remember with Captain Joe! Read More

Come have some serious fun and explore some of the most prolific waters in the area with Captain Alicia! You’ll be fishing on board her 55' Defender walkaround, a huge vessel that can take groups of more then twenty! She's equipped with a complete complement of amenities and equipment, including air conditioning, GPS, live wells, and bunkrooms, among other comforts. Regardless of the trip option you choose, you’ll be bottom fishing for some of the biggest species that call these waters home. **8-Hour Trip** Experience deep sea fishing like never before on this offshore excursion off of the Florida Panhandle coast! You'll be going up to 20–25 miles from shore to bottom fish for various species. **10-Hour Trip** This trip is perfect for anglers who love fishing the deep sea! Go 25–35 miles from the coast to bottom fish for various reef species. *12-Hour Trip* On this trip, you'll travel 25–40 miles from shore to target a range of species. Captain Alicia will provide all rods, reels, tackle, lures, a first mate, and live bait will be available for purchase at the local bait barge on the way out, (you can opt to catch it, but it does take 45 minutes to an hour and a half. We do not recommend that on trips less than 10 hours.) Remember to bring food and drinks for the day, a cooler with ice to take home your day’s catch, (fish processing at the dockside market is available for an added fee.) Bring your kids or your angling buddies and head out to a fishing adventure to remember with Captain Alicia! Read More

Head out to hit the reefs for bottomfishing trip with Captain John! These trips are a great time for the whole family, as Captain John will work for you to give you the best opportunities to catch some of the best species the gulf has to offer. He also loves to mix in some trolling on these trips, if time permits. Whether it's a natural bottom or artificial reef, Captain John finds a variety of species Snapper, Jack Crevalle, Amberjack, Grouper, and much more! If you catch your fill of bottom fish and you've got some time to kill before you head back to the dock, Captain John will crank up the motors and cruise the grass lines and reef edges to attract a bite from King Mackerel, Mahi, Bonito, and anything else the prolific Gulf Waters can offer up! You’ll be fishing aboard Captain John's 28' Cape Horn which provides a comfortable stable experience offshore. She can accommodate 6 anglers. Feel free to bring food and drinks of your choice (Alcohol is allowed) as well as a cooler to bring home your day’s catch. Captain John will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Live bait is NOT included in the price but we do privide all frozen bait. The fishing license for the whole group is also included. There is a fish cleaning company at the dock called the Gut Hut they will take care of all of your fish cleaning needs including the option of vacuum sealing. We also have a new Tiki Bar at the marina for you while you wait with drinks TV's and some food options Read More

Captain Jim invites anglers of all levels of expertise too join him for a great time on the water down in PCB. Panama City fishing means a lot of fish biting year-round. They are up and running, always hungry. With your experienced captain Jim, this image will come true – he’ll put you on fish and make sure you enjoy it. You’ll have your water adventure on board a brand new 25’ Key West boat, built-in 2020 and equipped with the latest navigational gadgets to give you speed and precision. It can accommodate up to 6 anglers who will go around reefs and wrecks, or brave further out. The vessel has a live bait box, an icebox to keep your catch cool, and all the necessary safety equipment. You can choose from rich fishing grounds of these waters – go for Amberjack, Cobia, tasty Snapper, the likes of Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, or the occasional Sailfish. Panama City Beach is blessed with numerous species near the coastline and offshore, and with the experienced crew, you’re in for a treat. Read More

Come have some serious fun and explore some of the most prolific waters in the area with Captain Joe! You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Joe's 41-foot Infiniti sportfisher, a luxury vessel equipped with air conditioning, GPS, fishfinder, live bait well, refrigerator, multimedia system, and an ice box, among other amenities. Regardless of the trip option you choose (6, 8, 10, or 12-hour), you’ll be bottom fishing for some of the biggest species that call these waters home. **6-Hour Trip** This is a bottom fishing trip 10-15 miles offshore targeting a variety of different reef species. Target species include a variety of different Snappers, Triggerfish, Red Porgy, and occasionally a Shark. This is a great trip for the novice angler, kids, and families. **8-Hour Trip** Experience deep sea fishing like never before and join us on this offshore excursion off of the Florida Panhandle coast! You'll be going up to 20–25 miles from shore to bottom fish for various species. **10-Hour Trip** This trip is perfect for anglers who love fishing the deep sea! Go 25–35 miles from the coast to bottom fish for various reef species. **12-Hour Trip** On this trip, you'll travel 25–40 miles from shore to target a range of species. Captain Joe will provide all rods, reels, tackle, lures, a first mate, and dead bait. Live bait is available for purchase in a cash only transaction from the local bait company on the way out of the Lagoon. Remember to bring food and drinks for the day, a cooler with ice to take home your day’s catch, , (fish processing at the dockside market is available for an added fee.) Bring your kids or your angling buddies and head out to a fishing adventure to remember with Captain Joe! Read More

On this trip, you'll head deep offshore for the fishing trip of a lifetime! This 12-hour trip is for hardcore offshore anglers looking to chase big-time sportfish, including Wahoo, Kingfish and Mahi Mahi, plus delicious bottom fish such as Black Grouper and Red Snapper! If you're looking to go toe-to-toe against epic pelagic predators and come home with a cooler full of great-tasting "table fish", this trip is for you! Captain Brian's 35' G&S sportfisher is fully equipped with all the latest fishing gear and technology. He has you covered with rods, reels, bait, and tackle, so you can focus on fishing! The boat also features a comfortable cabin with plenty of seating and a restroom, so you can relax and recharge in between bites. As you head out to sea, keep your eyes peeled for dolphins, sea turtles, and other marine wildlife. The Gulf of Mexico is teeming with life, and you never know what you might spot on your journey. With Captain Brian at the helm, you're sure to have an unforgettable offshore fishing adventure. Book your trip today and get ready to reel in the catch of a lifetime! Read More

Get out on the deep blue with Captain Jason, and see what offshore fishing in Panama City Beach is all about! This trip is highly flexible, with half-day, 3/4-day, and full-day options to give you exactly what you want. Depending on how far out you're looking to go, you'll have the opportunity to take a shot at a huge variety of inshore and nearshore species, ranging from good-eating Groupers and Snappers all the way up to super-fast pelagic fish such as Mahi Mahi, and everything in between! The Gulf of Mexico is known as the Grouper capital of the world, and in the reefs, wrecks, and ledges you'll fish there are tons of Gag and Red Grouper. Aside from Grouper, there are also Red Snapper, Triggerfish, Amberjack, and more that can be caught on the same reefs! These fish are all absolutely delicious table fare, and Captain Jason is happy to clean your keepers at the end of the trip. For surface trolling, there's an abundance of Spanish Mackerel, Kingfish, and Mahi Mahi. These pelagic predators are fast and aggressive, and are an absolute blast to catch—plus, they're absolutely delicious! You'll chase your targets aboard Captain Jason's trusty 22' Carolina Skiff, a versatile boat that can handle all kinds of water. She has a 150-HP Honda engine to get you where you need to go, and she also features custom rear seats for comfort, a T-Top for shade, and extra-wide deck space for plenty of fishing room. This boat is capable of stalking the shallows in as little as 8" of water or running up to 20 miles offshore. All you need to bring is sunscreen and a smile—Captain Jason will take care of the rest, including all your rods, reels, bait, and tackle. Get out there and have a blast! Read More

This is a short trip for those new to Saltwater fishing and want to get the experience without the commitment of a long day on the water. This trip can take place inside the pass in the calmer waters of the bay, or very near shore in the event sea sickness is a concern. Trolling and some bottom fishing will be options on this trip to give our new customers to the sport an idea of what it is all about! Read More

Head out to hit the reefs and troll the nearshore waters around Panama City Beach for a beautiful day out on the water with Captain Nathan. Spend 5 hours and enjoy a natural bottom or artificial reef fishing trip. If you prefer trolling the waters for pelagics, the captain can accommodate that as well! Captain Nathan will help you target a variety of species including Dorado (Mahi Mahi), Jack Crevalle, Amberjack, Kingfish, Grouper, Wahoo, and much more! Regardless of if you’re a beginner or a seasoned professional, Captain Nathan will lead the way! These trips are great for families, especially because Captain Nathan enjoys teaching the little ones the ropes. You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Nathan's 25' Sea Hunt center console, which is powered by a twin 150 HP Yamahas. She can accommodate up to 6 anglers. Captain Nathan will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Live bait is included in the price. The fishing license for the whole group is also included. Captain Nathan will fillet and package your fish free of charge at the end of your trip. Feel free to bring food and drinks of your choice as well as a cooler to bring home your day’s catch. Read More