Destin Run-n-gun Fishing Charters 

5.0
(32 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Old Ferry Road, Shalimar, FL 32579, United States

Destin Run-n-gun Fishing Charters 

Shalimar, FL, United States
26 ft
6
5.0
(32 reviews)

Destin Run-n-gun Fishing Charters invites you to bring your friends and family for a great day of fun and fishing near Destin, FL. Captain Tim will make every effort to provide you with a memorable experience. With decades of experience under his belt, he knows the local waters like the back of his hand and will do his best to ensure the trip is tailored to your needs.

His boat is a 26' TwinVee center console that's powered by a pair of 140 HP Suzuki engines and can reach a comfortable top speed of 25 knots. Along with the necessary safety and navigation gear needed for a trip, the boat is outfitted with a portable toilet, as well as a wireless trolling motor. The latter comes especially handy when you've got easily-spooked fish nearby.

When it comes to the fish, the waters around Destin are blessed with a variety of species you can target during the year. From bottom feeders like Gag and Red Grouper, as well as Red and Mangrove Snapper, to gamefish like Mahi Mahi, Kingfish, Amberjack, Cobia, and plenty more.

The Captain will supply you with all the necessary rods, reels, and terminal tackle for the trip. He'll also make sure to clean your catch after the trip is over so you don't have to bother with it later. Pack your favorite pair of sunglasses, get some drinks and snacks ready, and get ready to hook 'em!

Destin Run-n-gun Fishing Charters invites you to bring your friends and family for a great day of fun and fishing near Destin, FL. Captain Tim will make every effort to provide you with a memorable experience. With decades of experience under his belt, he knows the local waters like the back of his hand and will do his best to ensure the trip is tailored to your needs.

His boat is a 26' TwinVee center console that's powered by a pair of 140 HP Suzuki engines and can reach a comfortable top speed of 25 knots. Along with the necessary safety and navigation gear needed for a trip, the boat is outfitted with a portable toilet, as well as a wireless trolling motor. The latter comes especially handy when you've got easily-spooked fish nearby.

When it comes to the fish, the waters around Destin are blessed with a variety of species you can target during the year. From bottom feeders like Gag and Red Grouper, as well as Red and Mangrove Snapper, to gamefish like Mahi Mahi, Kingfish, Amberjack, Cobia, and plenty more.

The Captain will supply you with all the necessary rods, reels, and terminal tackle for the trip. He'll also make sure to clean your catch after the trip is over so you don't have to bother with it later. Pack your favorite pair of sunglasses, get some drinks and snacks ready, and get ready to hook 'em!

Tim Tarpley
Captain
Tim Tarpley
19 years of experience
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3 Hour Kids & Family
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 11:00 AM)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+6
US $575
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $925
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Offshore
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $1,025
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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5.0
32 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

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Isaiah Norman
Isaiah Norman
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
perfect trip exactly what we wanted
3 Hour Kids & Family - 11:00 AM on August 13, 20262 adults2 children

Tim is amazing very helpful and knowledgeable put us on the fish just like he said he would made my family and i feel like we were fishing with an old friend definitely will be my fishing guide from now on when in the destin area

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Grouper
Vermilion Snapper
+1
Tim Tarpley
Response from Captain

thank you Brother I appreciate you

Tom Casey
Tom Casey
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Captain understood the assignment.
5 Hour Offshore on June 9, 20265 adults1 child

Tim and I discussed what i wanted the trip to be about. He nailed it. Tim was very freindly and highly knowledgeable about the fish we where catching. My sons and grandson had a blast. TIM was early had great bait and was easy to talk to. I would recommend him to anyone.

Tim Tarpley
Response from Captain

thank you Brother

Joshua Plank
Joshua Plank
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
fun for all
3 Hour Kids & Family on April 2, 20263 adults3 children

Great trip with a great captain. Caught several different species including some really nice Spanish Mackerel. when the bite got slow he kept it fun. Caught 40 or better fish and missed several. Such a great trip.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Tim Tarpley
Response from Captain

Thank you

Randy Offenberger
Randy Offenberger
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
New
Great Trip
3 Hour Kids & Family on August 12, 20263 adults2 children

Tim was good with our teens. He was patient, knowledgeable and friendly! Highly recommended!

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Tim Tarpley
Response from Captain

thank you

DONAVON FRENCH
DONAVON FRENCH
us
Houston, TX, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
July fishing trip
3 Hour Kids & Family - 11:00 AM on July 30, 20266 adults

Tim Tarpley
Response from Captain

thank you

FAQs about Destin Run-n-gun Fishing Charters

Destin Run-n-gun Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $575 per group - 3 Hour Kids & Family (3 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 3 Hour Kids & Family - 11:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $925 per group - 5 Hour Offshore (5 hours)
  • US $1,025 per group - 6 Hour Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 8 Hour Offshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Destin Run-n-gun Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Small Port-a-potty
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Destin Run-n-gun Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn)
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license (Up to 6 people)
Destin Run-n-gun Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Out up to 9 Miles)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Destin Run-n-gun Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Destin Run-n-gun Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your captain

Tim Tarpley
Tim Tarpley

Shalimar, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
32 Customer reviews
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Member since April 2018

The Air Force brought my family to the gulf coast in the early 1970's. I started fishing the local piers as a teenager in the early 80's. I purchased my first boat at 25 and have fished the local waters ever since. As a fisherman I like to get an early start, a live well full of bait and set out with a plan, taking advantage of any opportunities that develop along the way.

Tim Tarpley
Tim Tarpley
Fully verified
32
reviews
2018
member since
~2h
response
The Air Force brought my family to the gulf coast in the early 1970's. I started fishing the local piers as a teenager in the early 80's. I purchased my first boat at 25 and have fished the local waters ever since. As a fisherman I like to get an early start, a live well full of bait and set out with a plan, taking advantage of any opportunities that develop along the way.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Amberjack
Amberjack
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • fun for all
    Joshua P.
    Joshua P.
  • Caught the catch of a lifetime!
    Soloan J.
    Soloan J.
  • 5 hour Trip
    Steve Y.
    Steve Y.
  • Half Day Trip with Captain Tim
    Zachary P.
    Zachary P.
  • Half Day Trip of Fun with Captain Tim
    Andrew E.
    Andrew E.
  • Morning trip with Captain Tim
    Chris  .
    Chris .

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2012
Boat manufacturer
TwinVee
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 140HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Out up to 9 Miles
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Small Port-a-potty
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Penn
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license
Up to 6 people

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
minimun age 6
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 PayPal

 Checks

What’s biting in Shalimar right now

AmberjackAmberjack
BonitoBonito
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Triggerfish (Gray)Triggerfish (Gray)

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