Off The Hook Charters 

4.8
(62 reviews)
 18th Street, Port St. Joe, FL 32456, United States–

Off The Hook Charters 

Port St. Joe, FL, United States
–
30 ft
6
4.8
(62 reviews)

Off The Hook Charters is here to help you experience the stunning waters of Port St. Joe.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Amberjack, Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Vermilion Snapper, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), and who knows what else!

On the day of your trip you're likely to bottom fish using heavy tackle.

Your vessel for the day is a 30' Sportfishing that holds up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, all the essentials.

Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Don't leave home without sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Off The Hook Charters.

Off The Hook Charters is here to help you experience the stunning waters of Port St. Joe.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Amberjack, Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Vermilion Snapper, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), and who knows what else!

On the day of your trip you're likely to bottom fish using heavy tackle.

Your vessel for the day is a 30' Sportfishing that holds up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, all the essentials.

Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Don't leave home without sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Off The Hook Charters.

Cory Hoffman
Captain
Cory Hoffman

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
5 Hour Trip — Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 2:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Dec 24
Snapper (Red)
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
10 Hour Trip — Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Dec 24
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
62 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (72)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
88%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
95%
Good boat
89%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

Reviews (62)

  • Bruce Mcgathey
    Bruce Mcgathey
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified
    New

    Great trip with Captain Corey

    5 Hour Trip — Offshore on October 21, 2026 • 5 adults

    We caught some nice trigger fish, red snapper and grouper. Captain and first mate were great!

  • Sherry Hosey
    Sherry Hosey
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    This trip was on my bucket list. At 70 years old I finally did it!! No regrets.

    4 Hour Trip — Inshore on July 1, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain Hoffman and Dylan made sure we caught fish. They helped with baiting the rods and bringing in the fish. We caught Red Snapper!! I will definitely recommend Captain Hoffman and Dylan!!!

  • Aaron Conti
    Aaron Conti
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Time!

    5 Hour Trip — Offshore on May 24, 2025 • 6 adults • 1 child

    Captain Corey and Dillon were great! Fun to talk with and had great personalities. We got on fish right away and limited out. They were very patient and took the time to teach my wife and kids who had never been offshore fishing. I will use them anytime I’m in the area and want to go fishing!

  • Richard Toelle
    Richard Toelle
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Full day bottom fishing

    10 Hour Trip — Bottom Fishing on September 20, 2022 • 5 adults

    Captain Cory was fantastic. We were originally going on a Tuesday, the winds/seas would have been tough on us. As it turned out we were able to go on Wednesday instead. He recommended we not go even if we couldn’t reschedule because he wanted us to be able to fish effectively and have a good time…most Captains would have taken our money regardless. As for the fishing, he put us on the fish and we were able to catch all the various species. He asked us particularly what kind of species we would like. Even while we were out on water he was willing to change things up with no problems. Deck hand Mike was also superb…he kept us baited up and helpful with anything we asked. I would highly recommend

  • Steve Grant
    Steve Grant
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great team

    Half day inshore afternoon on July 18, 2025 • 5 adults

    Capt Corey and Dillon were an awesome team. Would go out with them any day!

  • Kenny Rose
    Kenny Rose
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2016
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    5 Hour Trip — Offshore on July 2, 2025 • 6 adults

    Very happy with Captain Cory and Dillon! Wished we caught more fish, but oh well.

  • Richard Key
    Richard Key
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip!!

    4 Hour Trip — Inshore on December 28, 2024 • 5 adults

    Cory and his deckhand, John, were awesome!!! They got us on some good snapper and my family and I had a blast!!! Will certainly fish with them again!

  • Jason Warnecke
    Jason Warnecke
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Definitely off the hook!

    5 Hour Trip — Offshore on December 30, 2024 • 5 adults

    Great time with a great Captain. Kids loved it. Had great fishing spots and he was very knowledgeable.

  • Jeff Gibson
    Jeff Gibson
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2025
    4.0
    Verified

    Fun Fishing Adventure

    4 Hour Trip — Inshore on July 16, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Cory knew where the best fishing spots were located and we had a great time catching a variety of fish. If you stay in Mexico Beach be advised of the time change between Mexico Beach and Port St. Joe.

  • Bob Becker
    Bob Becker
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2023
    4.7
    Verified

    Half Day Trip with Captain Cory

    4 Hour Trip — Inshore on June 8, 2023 • 4 adults

    We took a half day fishing red snapper trip with Captain Cory. He was great with the kids and got the job done. Captain Cory and Richard are some great people and would highly recommend booking a trip with them.

FAQs about Off The Hook Charters

Off The Hook Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Offshore (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip — Offshore - 2:30 PM (5 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group - 10 Hour Trip — Bottom Fishing (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Off The Hook Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Off The Hook Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Off The Hook Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Off The Hook Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Off The Hook Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)

Your captain

Cory Hoffman
Cory Hoffman
Port St. Joe, Florida, United States
3 Fishing Reports
67 Customer reviews
Typical response within 7 hours
Member since June 2018
Captain Cory Hoffman has been running charters for over a quarter of a century and has no regrets. He loves working on the water, loves meeting new people, and will never stop loving the look on a person's face when the line goes tight and the drag starts screaming. Capt. Cory has been fishing his entire life and knows all the top spots for the area's best and biggest fish.
Cory Hoffman
Cory Hoffman
3
reports
67
reviews
2018
member since
~7h
response
Captain Cory Hoffman has been running charters for over a quarter of a century and has no regrets. He loves working on the water, loves meeting new people, and will never stop loving the look on a person's face when the line goes tight and the drag starts screaming. Capt. Cory has been fishing his entire life and knows all the top spots for the area's best and biggest fish.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper

Real catches by this captain

  • Group of adult anglers posing behind a fillet table covered with multiple red snapper at a waterfront fish-cleaning station.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Bruce M.
    Bruce M.
    We caught some nice trigger fish, red snapper and grouper. Captain and first mate were great!
  • Two adult anglers pose aboard a center-console boat while displaying a long striped saltwater fish offshore.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Gray Triggerfish
    Sherry H.
    Sherry H.
    Captain Hoffman and Dylan made sure we caught fish. They helped with baiting the rods and bringing in the fish. We caught Red Snapper!! I will definitely recommend Captain Hoffman and Dylan!!!
  • Group of four adults enjoying a day at the beach, with colorful houses in the background.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Steve G.
    Steve G.
    Capt Corey and Dillon were an awesome team. Would go out with them any day!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Redfish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a fun day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Jeff G.
    Jeff G.
    Cory knew where the best fishing spots were located and we had a great time catching a variety of fish. If you stay in Mexico Beach be advised of the time change between Mexico Beach and Port St. Joe.
  • Angler displaying a vibrant Red Snapper while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Kenny R.
    Kenny R.
    Very happy with Captain Cory and Dillon! Wished we caught more fish, but oh well.
  • A cooler filled with freshly caught Red Snapper, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Aaron C.
    Aaron C.
    Captain Corey and Dillon were great! Fun to talk with and had great personalities. We got on fish right away and limited out. They were very patient and took the time to teach my wife and kids who had never been offshore fishing. I will use them anytime I’m in the area and want to go fishing!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing on a boat in clear waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Gag Grouper
    Jason W.
    Jason W.
    Great time with a great Captain. Kids loved it. Had great fishing spots and he was very knowledgeable.
  • Two anglers proudly display a large grouper aboard a fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Gag Grouper
    Richard K.
    Richard K.
    Cory and his deckhand, John, were awesome!!! They got us on some good snapper and my family and I had a blast!!! Will certainly fish with them again!
  • A fisherman captures a moment at the dock, showcasing a neat arrangement of Snapper on a cleaning table after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    After the hurricane went through it has mixed things up a bit. Its a strong bite, and limits are still being had. Good size structure and they are biting!!
  • A group of anglers displaying their catch of Red Snapper on a dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Bob B.
    Bob B.
    We took a half day fishing red snapper trip with Captain Cory. He was great with the kids and got the job done. Captain Cory and Richard are some great people and would highly recommend booking a trip with them.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2001
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Pursuit
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
First mate
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days 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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

What’s biting in Port St. Joe right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)Grouper (Red)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)

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