Just Reel
Just Reel
What better way to explore the 'Luckiest Fishing Village in the World' than with a local guide? Just Reel's Captain Josh Glidden was born and raised in Destin. An avid angler, he says he's living the dream, doing what he loves for a living. The only thing that makes the job better is seeing customers smile! He invites you aboard to explore the range of productive fishing grounds that the Panhandle has to offer.
From deeper water up to 9 miles offshore, you'll explore them all aboard a 23' Parker center console. A versatile vessel, she's comfortable on all kinds of water. There's plenty of space on board for up to 6 guests, while 4 people can fish at the same time. Take advantage of the onboard ice box to keep your catch fresh, but make sure to bring a cooler full of drinks and snacks to make the most of your trip.
You'll start by filling up the livewell with some bait. On longer trips you'll head up to 9 miles offshore.
Offshore, you'll fish the productive reefs and wrecks out in the Gulf. These fishing grounds are famed as they're a favorite haunt of plenty of beautiful, tasty fish to hang out. Get ready for a hands-on experience as you bottom fish with mainly Penn gear. Go after Snappers, Groupers, Triggerfish, and plenty more to fill up the boat.
When you head back to shore, the captain will clean and fillet your catch, so you're all set for a tasty treat later that evening. Capt. Josh welcomes anglers of all ages and abilities aboard, so bring the whole family for a memorable fishing experience. Let Just Reel show you why Destin has earned its prestigious title. Get out on the water and don't look back!
What better way to explore the 'Luckiest Fishing Village in the World' than with a local guide? Just Reel's Captain Josh Glidden was born and raised in Destin. An avid angler, he says he's living the dream, doing what he loves for a living. The only thing that makes the job better is seeing customers smile! He invites you aboard to explore the range of productive fishing grounds that the Panhandle has to offer.
From deeper water up to 9 miles offshore, you'll explore them all aboard a 23' Parker center console. A versatile vessel, she's comfortable on all kinds of water. There's plenty of space on board for up to 6 guests, while 4 people can fish at the same time. Take advantage of the onboard ice box to keep your catch fresh, but make sure to bring a cooler full of drinks and snacks to make the most of your trip.
You'll start by filling up the livewell with some bait. On longer trips you'll head up to 9 miles offshore.
Offshore, you'll fish the productive reefs and wrecks out in the Gulf. These fishing grounds are famed as they're a favorite haunt of plenty of beautiful, tasty fish to hang out. Get ready for a hands-on experience as you bottom fish with mainly Penn gear. Go after Snappers, Groupers, Triggerfish, and plenty more to fill up the boat.
When you head back to shore, the captain will clean and fillet your catch, so you're all set for a tasty treat later that evening. Capt. Josh welcomes anglers of all ages and abilities aboard, so bring the whole family for a memorable fishing experience. Let Just Reel show you why Destin has earned its prestigious title. Get out on the water and don't look back!
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Christopher ChandlerRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat trip!!!
4 Hour Trip on July 25, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an absolutely fantastic time fishing with Josh today! From the moment we left the dock, he was friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone had an amazing experience. He knew exactly where to find the fish, was incredibly patient, and was always ready to help with baiting hooks, casting, and landing fish. What really stood out was how much he genuinely enjoys what he does. His enthusiasm, local knowledge, and great sense of humor made the trip enjoyable even between catches. We caught plenty of fish, learned a lot, and created memories that we’ll be talking about for years. If you’re looking for a professional, experienced captain who goes above and beyond to make your day on the water unforgettable, I can’t recommend Josh highly enough. We’ll definitely be booking another trip with him the next time we’re in the area. Thanks again, Josh, for an incredible day on the water!!!
Scott Hardin5.0VerifiedCouldn’t ask for better
4hr on April 29, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenCapt Josh put us directly on fish repeatedly. If they slowed down, he moved to a new spot. He’d tell us how far down to send the bait, and he was dead on every time. We had 4 of us, and I was amazed at his ability to keep our hooks baited, take the fish off the hooks, and keep us on the spot at the same time. We truly only had to “just reel.” Perfect for our family of 2 parents, and an 11- and 13- year old. Would not hesitate to book again. We went out in the Gulf, but I’m pretty sure he could do either Gulf or Bay, and do an amazing job. Of course he fileted the fish we kept, and we didn’t encounter any bones - just delicious cuts of freah fish
Joe Keating5.0VerifiedGREAT TRIP FUN TRIP
4 Hour Trip on June 30, 2026 • 4 adultsGREAT TRIP ….. CAPTAIN JOSH WAS GREAT …. HE KEPT MY GRANDSON ,MY 2 SONS AND MYSELF ENGAGED THE WHOLE TRIP SHARING WITH US HOW HE DETERMINES WHERE WE FISH , WHAT WE CONDITIONS TO LOOK FOR AND EVEN THOUGH WE WERE ALL FISHERMAN HE GAVE US TIPS ONCE WE GOT BIT ON HOW TO LAND OUR FISH. OUR FISHING IS DIFFERENT AND ITS THE LITTLE THINGS HE SHARED THAT MADE OUR TRIP GREAT !!!! COOKING OUR FISH FOR DINNER WAS ALSO REWARDING TO MY FAMILY THAT MY GRANDSON HAD CAUGHT DINNER !!!!
David Felkner5.0VerifiedCaught 3 types of Grouper
5 Hour Trip on June 8, 2026 • 4 adultsWe had a great time. Captain Josh knew where the fish were and how long to stay at each spot. We caught 29 fish between 4 people. 3 types of grouper, mingo, red snapper, cobia, grunt, and trigger fish.
Dominic Mormino5.0Verifiedamazing fishing trip
5 Hour Trip on July 1, 2026 • 2 adultsme and my dad went out for a 5 hour morning trip and it was amazing he out us on plenty if fish and didnt waste anytime service was absolutely amazing definitely recommend a trip with him
Jeremy HeltonRepeat angler5.0Verifiedgreat fishing trip!!!
4 Hour Trip on August 8, 2026 • 2 adultsCaptain Josh was very professional and immediately put us on fish would recommend and would book again! 
Oziel Villarreal5.0Verifiedgreat way to start your vacation.
4 Hour Trip on June 2, 2026 • 4 adultscapt josh is great at communication and knowledge. I highly recommend if you want to catch some fish!
Aja Rhoudes5.0VerifiedBest Trip Ever!!
4 Hour Trip on June 13, 2026 • 2 adultsAmazing trip! Absolutely 1st class all the way!!
Ashley AstRepeat angler5.0VerifiedFishing with Josh
5 Hour Trip on June 10, 2026 • 5 adults
Forrest Tyson5.0VerifiedJosh is a great honest person
4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM on April 18, 2026 • 3 adultsCapt.Josh is a great honest person an knows his stuff, i highly recommend him for anyone that loves to fish, thank you man.
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an absolutely fantastic time fishing with Josh today! From the moment we left the dock, he was friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone had an amazing experience. He knew exactly where to find the fish, was incredibly patient, and was always ready to help with baiting hooks, casting, and landing fish. What really stood out was how much he genuinely enjoys what he does. His enthusiasm, local knowledge, and great sense of humor made the trip enjoyable even between catches. We caught plenty of fish, learned a lot, and created memories that we’ll be talking about for years. If you’re looking for a professional, experienced captain who goes above and beyond to make your day on the water unforgettable, I can’t recommend Josh highly enough. We’ll definitely be booking another trip with him the next time we’re in the area. Thanks again, Josh, for an incredible day on the water!!!
Thank y'all again hope y'all enjoyed the fish for lunch look forward to seeing y'all again!!!
Capt Josh put us directly on fish repeatedly. If they slowed down, he moved to a new spot. He’d tell us how far down to send the bait, and he was dead on every time. We had 4 of us, and I was amazed at his ability to keep our hooks baited, take the fish off the hooks, and keep us on the spot at the same time. We truly only had to “just reel.” Perfect for our family of 2 parents, and an 11- and 13- year old. Would not hesitate to book again. We went out in the Gulf, but I’m pretty sure he could do either Gulf or Bay, and do an amazing job. Of course he fileted the fish we kept, and we didn’t encounter any bones - just delicious cuts of freah fish
Thanks again Scott look forward to seeing y'all again!
GREAT TRIP ….. CAPTAIN JOSH WAS GREAT …. HE KEPT MY GRANDSON ,MY 2 SONS AND MYSELF ENGAGED THE WHOLE TRIP SHARING WITH US HOW HE DETERMINES WHERE WE FISH , WHAT WE CONDITIONS TO LOOK FOR AND EVEN THOUGH WE WERE ALL FISHERMAN HE GAVE US TIPS ONCE WE GOT BIT ON HOW TO LAND OUR FISH. OUR FISHING IS DIFFERENT AND ITS THE LITTLE THINGS HE SHARED THAT MADE OUR TRIP GREAT !!!! COOKING OUR FISH FOR DINNER WAS ALSO REWARDING TO MY FAMILY THAT MY GRANDSON HAD CAUGHT DINNER !!!!
Thanks again Joe had a great time a pleasure meeting y'all look forward to next time!
trolled, caught four different species of fish, my 15 year-old had an amazing time, cannot recommend higher! Josh did everything he good to keep us on the fish and was super accommodating, family, friendly, will go again next time I’m in town 
Thank you Todd look forward to fishing with y'all again!!!
We had a great time. Captain Josh knew where the fish were and how long to stay at each spot. We caught 29 fish between 4 people. 3 types of grouper, mingo, red snapper, cobia, grunt, and trigger fish.
Thank you David look forward to seeing y'all again!
FAQs about Just Reel
- US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Kids/Trolling (3 hours)
- US $920 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4hr (4 hours)
- US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
- US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $1,150 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5hr (5 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
- US $1,380 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 6hr (6 hours)
- US $1,400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Caught during the trip)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fishing license
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (Up to 9 miles)
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Deep sea fishing
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Scamp)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Snapper (Red)
- Spanish Mackerel
- Triggerfish (Gray)
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