Reelin’ In Faith Fishing 

4.9
(34 reviews)
 
State licensed
 170 Causeway North, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169, United States–

Reelin’ In Faith Fishing 

New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States
–
22 ft
4
4.9
(34 reviews)

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Edgewater fishing needs no introduction, it's famously productive and fun. If you're looking for a charter that will take you to the best fishing grounds, then you should definitely check out Reelin' In Faith Fishing!

Captain Matt Maddox is a local who spent every free moment fishing here, so you can bet he knows all the tricks of the fish and how to get around them.

Your fishing platform for the day is a 2020 Skeeter sx210 bay boat powered by a 150 Yamaha engine. A group of up to 4 people can fish at the same time on this 22' vessel, and if you need to be extra quiet, there's a wireless trolling motor to keep you stealthy.

But what's on your to-catch list? The backcountry and flats around Port Orange are teeming with all the inshore favorites – Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Jack Crevalle, Sheepshead, Pompano, Mangrove Snapper, and Flounder. Going after these hard-fighting fish is always a memorable experience, and your guide will make sure to take you where the fish hide.

If you want to have your catch cleaned and filleted after the trip, Capt. Matt will point you to a great cleaning service in the marina or a good restaurant if you want your catch cooked after your trip.

Capt. Matt will also provide all the necessary fishing equipment, including rods, reels, and tackle, so you don't have to bring your own unless you really want to. You will also have live bait prepared in advance if you want to use it. Fishing licenses are included in the price of the trip.

Join Reelin' In Faith Fishing for a fun day on the water, catch some great fish, and you'll always come back for more top-notch fishing action with Capt. Matt!

Edgewater fishing needs no introduction, it's famously productive and fun. If you're looking for a charter that will take you to the best fishing grounds, then you should definitely check out Reelin' In Faith Fishing!

Captain Matt Maddox is a local who spent every free moment fishing here, so you can bet he knows all the tricks of the fish and how to get around them.

Your fishing platform for the day is a 2020 Skeeter sx210 bay boat powered by a 150 Yamaha engine. A group of up to 4 people can fish at the same time on this 22' vessel, and if you need to be extra quiet, there's a wireless trolling motor to keep you stealthy.

But what's on your to-catch list? The backcountry and flats around Port Orange are teeming with all the inshore favorites – Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Jack Crevalle, Sheepshead, Pompano, Mangrove Snapper, and Flounder. Going after these hard-fighting fish is always a memorable experience, and your guide will make sure to take you where the fish hide.

If you want to have your catch cleaned and filleted after the trip, Capt. Matt will point you to a great cleaning service in the marina or a good restaurant if you want your catch cooked after your trip.

Capt. Matt will also provide all the necessary fishing equipment, including rods, reels, and tackle, so you don't have to bring your own unless you really want to. You will also have live bait prepared in advance if you want to use it. Fishing licenses are included in the price of the trip.

Join Reelin' In Faith Fishing for a fun day on the water, catch some great fish, and you'll always come back for more top-notch fishing action with Capt. Matt!

Matt Maddox
Captain
Matt Maddox
14 years of experience
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 4:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
Sheepshead
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+6
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.9
34 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (65)

What anglers say

97%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

Reviews (34)

  • Hunter Sperling
    Hunter Sperling
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish with Captain Matt!

    Sunset and Fish on January 19, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Matt was friendly, professional, and super easy-going. His boat was clean and looked great, had awesome equipment, and was easy to get around on even when fighting fish. He was there for snags, casts, and lost bait immediately. He also had a great knowledge of the area and just seems like a really nice guy. We caught some huge black drum -even a little shark- and the areas he took us were serene. He allowed us to just enjoy the peace of the nature all around and I can't recommend him enough. We will definitely be back. Thanks again, Matt!

  • Phil Richter
    Phil Richter
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2017
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Geat fishing trip

    Half Day Fishing Trip on April 6, 2026 • 4 adults

    My family and I had a great time fishing with Matt. We caught a bunch of fish and many different species. you just never know what you might hook on to while fishing saltwater. We caught everything from pinfish to sharks. Thanks Matt, for providing a great fishing experience.

  • Tony Knight
    Tony Knight
    us
    Delaware, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    just amazing

    Half Day Fishing Trip on January 2, 2026 • 2 adults

    Capt. Matt was just AMAZING!!! He’s knowledgeable of the water and techniques that’s need to have an awesome day on the water. i highly recommend him and will be a forever more customer.

  • BENJAMIN PARADIS
    BENJAMIN PARADIS
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing trip

    Cruise and Fish on March 31, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    great fishing trip. Matt, the guide was kind, patient, and knowledgeable. We had three people fishing and we all caught fish. would recommend.

  • Joseph Barnett
    Joseph Barnett
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2020
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Caught a Variety of Fish

    Cruise and Fish on April 13, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain Matt is knowledgeable of waters and helpful to nivice fisherman.

  • Mardy Roberts
    Mardy Roberts
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    fishing trip

    Half Day Fishing Trip on February 14, 2026 • 3 adults

    You did an awesome job and will be coming back again.

  • Dan Sherfield
    Dan Sherfield
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish , Fun …..and more fish

    Half Day Fishing Trip on July 17, 2024 • 4 adults • 2 children

    What a great experience ! I took my 3 sons who really wanted to catch “real” fish on our vacation with an added goal of catching something we could eat. Although they love fishing we are more recreational in our fishing knowledge. Captain Matt contacted me prior to our trip and asked what we were hoping to to do. He suggested leaving a little earlier and said we would go after some trout and snook. We caught several Trout, Snook and a lot more ! His boat was amazing , clean and well equipped. Captain Matt kept things moving and was patient showing all of us some tips and tricks along the way. He knows the area so well and loves what he does. We were catching fish within 15 minutes of being on the water. It was an amazing experience and we will definitely be calling Captain Matt every time we are in the area. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. If you are not sure if it will be worth the money to have someone take you out take it from a dad with a lot of trying to do my own fishing trips unsuccessfully on my own … it is ! Oh and the fish tacos we made with some of our catch that night were amazing!

  • Brian House
    Brian House
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Day Fishing

    Half Day Fishing Trip on April 7, 2025 • 2 adults

    Matt is a great fishing guide. He has passion for what he does and went above and beyond! We caught plenty of fish and he has great knowledge of the area and good spots. Would definitely go with him again.

  • Richard Cain
    Richard Cain
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Matt was great.

    Half Day Fishing Trip on April 29, 2025 • 2 adults

    Matt really knows his fishing and a great guide. Real great personality as guide and makes sure you have a good time. Highly recommend him.

  • Dana Wells
    Dana Wells
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    What a blast!

    Cruise and Fish on July 9, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We caught the largest fish we have ever caught! He was extremely family friendly! It was such a great experience!

FAQs about Reelin’ In Faith Fishing

Reelin’ In Faith Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Fishing Trip (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Fishing Trip - 11:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Fishing Trip - 4:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Full Day Fishing Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Reelin’ In Faith Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Reelin’ In Faith Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Drinks
  • Fishing license
Reelin’ In Faith Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Reelin’ In Faith Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Reelin’ In Faith Fishing include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Matt Maddox
Matt Maddox
New Smyrna Beach, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
34 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2019
With two decades of experience on the waters around Daytona Beach, Captain Matt Maddox is an expert in getting you to the hottest inshore bite. It was his father that got him into fishing, so Capt. Matt decided to follow in his dad's footsteps and run charters for a living. Nothing beats the feeling of being on the water and hearing that reel scream with a hefty catch on the other side.
Our Team
Chad K.
Chad K.
Captain
Matt Maddox
Matt Maddox
Fully verified
34
reviews
2019
member since
~1h
response
With two decades of experience on the waters around Daytona Beach, Captain Matt Maddox is an expert in getting you to the hottest inshore bite. It was his father that got him into fishing, so Capt. Matt decided to follow in his dad's footsteps and run charters for a living. Nothing beats the feeling of being on the water and hearing that reel scream with a hefty catch on the other side.
The crew
Chad K.
Chad K.
Captain

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Pompano
Pompano

Real catches by this captain

  • Adult angler holding a slender fish aboard a small center-console boat on calm coastal waters.
    Joseph B.
    Joseph B.
    Captain Matt is knowledgeable of waters and helpful to nivice fisherman.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a caught shark while fishing in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Blacktip Shark
    Phil R.
    Phil R.
    My family and I had a great time fishing with Matt. We caught a bunch of fish and many different species. you just never know what you might hook on to while fishing saltwater. We caught everything from pinfish to sharks. Thanks Matt, for providing a great fishing experience.
  • Two adult anglers showcase a large sheepshead near the boat after a coastal fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Sheepshead
    BENJAMIN P.
    BENJAMIN P.
    great fishing trip. Matt, the guide was kind, patient, and knowledgeable. We had three people fishing and we all caught fish. would recommend.
  • A flounder and a speckled trout are displayed on the deck of a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Flounder
    Mardy R.
    Mardy R.
    You did an awesome job and will be coming back again.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Black Drum caught during a serene morning fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Hunter S.
    Hunter S.
    Captain Matt was friendly, professional, and super easy-going. His boat was clean and looked great, had awesome equipment, and was easy to get around on even when fighting fish. He was there for snags, casts, and lost bait immediately. He also had a great knowledge of the area and just seems like a really nice guy. We caught some huge black drum -even a little shark- and the areas he took us were serene. He allowed us to just enjoy the peace of the nature all around and I can't recommend him enough. We will definitely be back. Thanks again, Matt!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Snapper while fishing on a calm morning in a scenic coastal setting.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Tony K.
    Tony K.
    Capt. Matt was just AMAZING!!! He’s knowledgeable of the water and techniques that’s need to have an awesome day on the water. i highly recommend him and will be a forever more customer.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing in calm waters, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Jack Crevalle
    Chip C.
    Chip C.
    captain Matt gave us a great fishing trip, he's a very good guy..
  • A family proudly displays a large Redfish while enjoying a sunny day on the water, showcasing their successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Dana W.
    Dana W.
    We caught the largest fish we have ever caught! He was extremely family friendly! It was such a great experience!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing from a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Richard C.
    Richard C.
    Matt really knows his fishing and a great guide. Real great personality as guide and makes sure you have a good time. Highly recommend him.
  • Angler proudly displaying a Sheepshead caught while fishing on a boat in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Sheepshead
    Brian H.
    Brian H.
    Matt is a great fishing guide. He has passion for what he does and went above and beyond! We caught plenty of fish and he has great knowledge of the area and good spots. Would definitely go with him again.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Skeeter
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Drinks
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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
 American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in New Smyrna Beach right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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