Emerald Coast Bay Charters, LLC
Emerald Coast Bay Charters, LLC
Destin is called the “luckiest fishing village in the world” for good reason - the proximity of the Gulf Stream brings large prestigious game right to your doorstep, while the bountiful shallows of Florida provide a great variety of interesting species. Emerald Coast Bay Charters takes you to the hottest fishing spots in the area.
Hop aboard the 22’ long Cape Horn bay boat, restored in 2018, it’s so fresh it’s still warm. She’s powered by a 150 HP Yamaha outboard engine, allowing you to cross the water quickly and not waste any time traveling. A flybridge is also present, so you can spot your fish from far away.
You will target a wide range of species on this charter. From the inshore superstars such as the Redfish, Speckled Trout, Mangrove Snappers, Jack Crevalle, Spanish Mackerel,Bluefish and Skipjacks. The techniques used will be spinning with light tackle, as well as site fishing and trolling.
The ship can take a maximum of 2 adult anglers, along with 3 children or up to 4 adults . Please discuss your group size with your captain.
The crew offers cleaning and filleting your catch free of charge. All required equipment is provided by the captain. Live bait is available for use on this charter. The minimum age for children is 3, the captain provides life vests but customers are free to bring their own.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (55)
+52Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
79%
Appropriate for children
95%
Friendly captain
87%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Recommend this charter
86%
Caught fish
89%
Jul 28, 2025
3 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM
Great fishing experience
Captain David made our experience fun and unique! He was very quick at catching our bait and then very quick to put new bait on when needed. He knew what fish we caught before we reeled them in. He also was quick at cleaning the fish after we got back. We caught 3 Spanish mackerels and a red fish. Plus multiple throw back fish like skip jacks, catfish and a baby cobia, which is rare. We also saw a shark chasing after one of the skip jacks we were reeling in. All dispite me bringing a banana on board, which is apparently bad luck. We would definitely rebook with him again.
Captain David made our experience fun and unique! He was very quick at catching our bait and then very quick to put new bait...
Jul 19, 2025
3 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM
Best of bad luck
Captain knows his stuff and spent time giving my son fishing tips and lessons throughout. Only downside was spending the first 30 minutes or so bait fishing instead of getting straight into fishing. But I’m not sure it would have made much of a difference either way. There wasn’t much biting in the heat of the day. Captain ended up taking us to a good spot and setting my son up to snag a good size fish to end the trip. Only got one but I was glad he made the effort to find him one so it wasn’t a waste.
Captain knows his stuff and spent time giving my son fishing tips and lessons throughout. Only downside was spending the first...
Jun 5, 2025
3 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM
A great 3 hour trip
What a great afternoon for my son’s15th birthday! We went into the bayou and threw a net to catch bait. Then out into the bay to fish. We caught two good size red fish, two sea trout, one hardtail, and a few cats. We’ll be back!
What a great afternoon for my son’s15th birthday! We went into the bayou and threw a net to catch bait. Then out into the bay...
Jun 26, 2025
3 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM
Great time!
Great experience! Captain Dave was very knowledgeable and kept things fun. Worked hard trying to get us on the fish. Definitely recommend!
Great experience! Captain Dave was very knowledgeable and kept things fun. Worked hard trying to get us on the fish. Definitely...
Oct 13, 2025
3 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM
GREAT TRIP!!
Captain was great, put us on fish and also accomadated the two 7 year old boys with us and made sure they we’re having fun as well.
Captain was great, put us on fish and also accomadated the two 7 year old boys with us and made sure they we’re having fun as...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (55)
+52Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
79%
Appropriate for children
95%
Friendly captain
87%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Recommend this charter
86%
Caught fish
89%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great fishing experience
3 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM on July 28, 2025
Captain David made our experience fun and unique! He was very quick at catching our bait and then very quick to put new bait on when needed. He knew what fish we caught before we reeled them in. He also was quick at cleaning the fish after we got back. We caught 3 Spanish mackerels and a red fish. Plus multiple throw back fish like skip jacks, catfish and a baby cobia, which is rare. We also saw a shark chasing after one of the skip jacks we were reeling in. All dispite me bringing a banana on board, which is apparently bad luck. We would definitely rebook with him again.
Captain David made our experience fun and unique! He was very quick at catching our bait and then very quick to put new bait on when needed. He knew what fish we caught before we reeled them in. He also was quick at cleaning the fish after we got back. We caught 3 Spanish mackerels and a red fish. Plus multiple throw back fish like skip jacks, catfish and a baby cobia, which is rare. We also saw a shark chasing after one of the skip jacks we were reeling in. All dispite me bringing a banana...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Best of bad luck
3 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM on July 19, 2025
Captain knows his stuff and spent time giving my son fishing tips and lessons throughout. Only downside was spending the first 30 minutes or so bait fishing instead of getting straight into fishing. But I’m not sure it would have made much of a difference either way. There wasn’t much biting in the heat of the day. Captain ended up taking us to a good spot and setting my son up to snag a good size fish to end the trip. Only got one but I was glad he made the effort to find him one so it wasn’t a waste.
Captain knows his stuff and spent time giving my son fishing tips and lessons throughout. Only downside was spending the first 30 minutes or so bait fishing instead of getting straight into fishing. But I’m not sure it would have made much of a difference either way. There wasn’t much biting in the heat of the day. Captain ended up taking us to a good spot and setting my son up to snag a good size fish to end the trip. Only got one but I was glad he made the effort to find him one so it wasn’t...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
A great 3 hour trip
3 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM on June 5, 2025
What a great afternoon for my son’s15th birthday! We went into the bayou and threw a net to catch bait. Then out into the bay to fish. We caught two good size red fish, two sea trout, one hardtail, and a few cats. We’ll be back!
What a great afternoon for my son’s15th birthday! We went into the bayou and threw a net to catch bait. Then out into the bay to fish. We caught two good size red fish, two sea trout, one hardtail, and a few cats. We’ll be back!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great time!
3 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM on June 26, 2025
Great experience! Captain Dave was very knowledgeable and kept things fun. Worked hard trying to get us on the fish. Definitely recommend!
Great experience! Captain Dave was very knowledgeable and kept things fun. Worked hard trying to get us on the fish. Definitely recommend!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
GREAT TRIP!!
3 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM on October 13, 2025
Captain was great, put us on fish and also accomadated the two 7 year old boys with us and made sure they we’re having fun as well.
Captain was great, put us on fish and also accomadated the two 7 year old boys with us and made sure they we’re having fun as well.
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